Before getting a spray tan, follow these key preparation steps to ensure an even, natural-looking, and long-lasting tan:

• Wax or shave 24 to 48 hours before your spray tan. This prevents the tanning solution from clinging to hair and creating uneven patches. Waxing is preferred as it delays hair regrowth, helping the tan last longer. Make sure to allow your skin time to recover after hair removal for the best results

• Exfoliate your skin thoroughly 1 to 3 days before your appointment. Focus on dry areas like elbows, knees, hands, feet, and ankles to remove dead skin cells and create a smooth base for the tan

• Moisturize daily leading up to your tan, but avoid applying lotion on the day of the spray tan. Well-hydrated skin tans more evenly, but lotions or oils on the day can act as a barrier and cause patchiness

• Shower before your appointment to have clean, product-free skin. Avoid deodorants, perfumes, makeup, oils, or any other products as they can interfere with the tanning solution and cause uneven color

• Wear loose, dark clothing to your appointment to avoid staining and allow your tan to develop properly without rubbing off

• Keep hair tied up and nails done before your tan to prevent interference and staining

In summary, start exfoliating and moisturizing several days before, remove hair at least a day prior, shower and arrive with clean, product-free skin, and wear loose dark clothes to optimize your spray tan results