Frequently asked questions

Yes, spray tans are safe! We use all natural ingredients that are safe for the skin, and certainly much safer than the harmful rays from the sun.

No! aussie glows uses Australian brand Naked Tan which is all natural, vegan and cruelty free. The product is designed to work with your skin to produce a natural tone. Your spray tan artist will work with your and personalize the service to ensure your tan looks natural and sexy, and never orange or streaky!

Yes! The products we use are made in Australia and are formulated with natural ingredients. They are free of sulfates (SLS and SLES), parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, triclosan, and triclocarban.

DHA stands for Dihydroxyacetone and is derived from sugar beets and sugar cane and is approved by the FDA to tan the skin. It is non-toxic and when applied to the skin it reacts with the amino acids in the protein of the outer-most layer of the skin creating a brown, sun kissed look. While safe on the skin, DHA should not be ingested. We will provide you with the option of eye and nose coverage to protect against this if desired.

Our spray tan solutions do not contain alcohol or parabens and are formulated with natural ingredients so it’s quiet uncommon to have an allergic reaction to the solutions. However, you may have allergies to even natural ingredients so if you are concerned you should always talk to you doctor first.

All our spray tan products are vegan and naturally derived. However, it is always important to check with a doctor first. If you would like a list of ingredients, please don't hesitate to reach out and we will be happy to assist. You can read more on our blog, Is it safe to get a spray tan while pregnant?

We use premium ingredients that, once dry, should not feel sticky. We also offer a powder spray that you can opt for at the end of your spray tan to remove any feeling of stickiness and allow you to continue with your day.

The spray tan products that we use contain a bronzer so you can leave with an instant glow before the tanning solution develops. It is possible for this to come off on clothes and sheets however, it should easily wash out in a regular wash cycle. Once you have showered after 20 minutes - 4 hours, you're left with natural skin and color should not come off on clothes or sheets. If you sweat heavily, there is a possibility this will happen, but as above, is easily washable.

This one is completely up to you! You should consider what you will be wearing when you show off your spray tan, and whether you want tan lines to be visible.

I will bring disposable underwear that will leave minimal tan lines. You are welcome to wear your own underwear or swimwear, the tan will easily wash off these in the washing machine. You can also go without underwear if you’d prefer to have no tan lines.

We offer two different spray tan solutions, one that can be washed off in as little as 20 minutes for those who don't want as much down time. This option can be left on for up to two hours and the length of time left on will determine the depth of the color.

We also offer the traditional rapid spray tan which can be washed off after one hour for a light tan, or up to four hours for a darker, more intense color.

Your spray tan artist will give you instructions on how long you should leave your spray tan on for the ultimate glow!

There is a slight coconut smell to the spray tan which you will notice until you shower. You should not notice any smell after you have showered.

The spray tan reacts with the outmost layer of your skin, so it is important to exfoliate to ensure that the spray tan adheres to a fresh and even layer of your skin. This is also important to ensure the spray tan fades evenly and naturally. If you do not exfoliate regularly, we recommend exfoliating two to three times in the week before your spray tan.

Exfoliating ensures you have a smooth, even, fresh layer of skin to give you the most natural looking spray tan. The important thing to remember when exfoliating is that you want an even layer of skin. So consider choosing an exfoliant that is not too harsh or abrasive, one that will not scratch the skin. You could also use a face washer with regular soap if you don’t have an exfoliator already

Read more about the ideal spray tan preparation on my blog post.

Normally you can expect your spray tan to last around a week, fading gradually over this time. With the correct before and after care it could last up to 10 days.

Moisturizing will keep the outmost layer of your skin moist and ensure an even spray tan that last longer and fades evenly.

Your spray tan artist will talk to you about your objectives before starting your spray tan to ensure we pick the solution that best meets your needs and gives you a gorgeous glow

Potential hydrogen (pH) refers to the acidity level of your skin and will impact the evenness of your spray tan and how it fades. It is for this reason that it is so important to ensure you do not have anything on your skin before your spray tan. The pH balancing spray provides further assistance to neutralize the pH of the skin and ensure a smooth finish and even fade.

We carry a range of additives that can be added into your tanning solution and applied at the same time as your spray tan. They will not impact the color of your spray tan and can provide a multitude of enhancements to mee your needs.

Spray tans do not provide protection from the harmful rays of the sun. It is important to always wear sunscreen when being exposed to the sun. To minimize the fade of your spray tan, we recommend looking for a sunscreen that is oil free, hypoallergenic and fragrance free.