Spray Tan - Newton, KS

I recently did a tan spray in one of the booths and was not happy. I exfoliated well but the tan still faded splotchy and I had streaks where either the stuff had ran down my heel or I hadn't rubbed it in good enough. Next time I would definetly spend the extra money to have a custom spray tan done with an airbrush.

I know this is late, but I wanted you to know that I've had friends who have gotten the spray tan, they only last a week or two depending on how often you shower. And there are two kinds, the kind where someone actually sprays you and then the machine kind (not fun from what I've heard), but if you are looking for something a little longer lasting try the Jergins lotion. It is like a sunless tanning lotion...the more you use it the darker, more tan you'll look. It is a gradual type lotion that works well and will keep your skin smooth. And it's cheaper. Good luck and God Bless.

I just got my first spray tan a month ago and it was an unusual experience. I went to have it done professionally (versus the misting booths at tanning studios), so a woman was holding the spray gun a few inches from your body while you are standing there wearing a skimpy see- through bikini. You do have the option of wearing your own underwear/swimsuit too, but I would worry about staining the material. Mine cost $30 and lasted a good week to 10 days. Perfect for a vacation or an event. I didn't have them do my face, because it would have meant needing a darker foundation, but the woman made it look good anyway. It was a positive experience for me (I haven't felt that healthy, tan glow in a long time), and I'm trying to justify the expense for our vacation in two weeks! Hope that helps!

Before I was a Mommy I was a photographer and one of the models I worked with often would get a spray tan the day before a shoot. The only thing I know about it is that 1. she did it the day before and not sooner and 2. she always had a little "smile" under each butt-cheek where the spray didn't get! She did wear her hair back and I could never tell in close-ups if she tanned her face or not, I'd almost say she did not b/c it seems that around her hairline I would be able to see it. Also, last year I found Vaseline Intensive Care Lotion with a hint of self tanner. I assume they still sell it this year, I'm on the same bottle as last year still! Anyway, I have vein issues on my legs too and I use this a few times a week and it works good enough for me, just an fyi. Don't know if this helped! Have Fun!

I did the spray-tan-in-a-booth thing once. It looked great but I hated the process. Being suddenly blasted with that cold spray took my breath away and made me gasp, which you're not supposed to do--breathe, that is! Being instructed not to breathe made me feel anxious and made me wonder a bit about the safety. It was expensive for my budget, too, something like $60 for two visits? Again, it looked great, but I don't think I'd do it again. Why not just use a little sunless tanning lotion on your legs? Also, some products are made with weaker formulations for body or face so that you gradually build up a "tan". I've used various kinds of sunless tan lotions for years and love them!

P.S.- I wish we could just be happy with our skin color as it is! I've heard in some cultures pale is considered more attractive and women try to lighten their skin the way we try to tan! It's silly that we're all out here around the globe feeling badly because of our skin. If only we could embrace our natural beauty!

I got a spray tan once about two years ago for a wedding. I didn't really have the option to do face or not - it sprayed everywhere. I stepped into a booth and a little mister sprayed the stuff up and down. It stopped for about five seconds so I could turn around and then it did the back. I held my breath as long as I could because I didn't want to breathe it in. I'd recommend showering and using a loufa or exfoliating scrub before so the spray doesn't stick or blotch to certain spots that are drier. The place also supplied foot covers (and maybe a hair cap) to keep the spray off. If you tell the person this is your first time, she should walk you through it and give you some pointers. Mine faded nicely, and the color was great. I'm super pale and skin cancer phobic, so this worked well for me.

I have gotten the spray tan twice this year. It was $30 each time. I did it for my brother's and then my sister's weddings. I don't have the time or money I used to for tanning beds. I just needed the tans for the bridesmaids dress in each wedding, so I didn't look like a ghost ;). The tan only lasts about one week and it isn't hard to do. Some tan stuff will come off on the clothes you put on immediately after tanning, but most of it washes out (only my underwear stayed stained). I would recommend it if you need the tan for a specific event or if you are willing to keep getting it done every week or so throughout the summer. Oh, and it won't keep you from burning if you do get out in the sun. Good luck with your choice!

Hi J.!
I am a tanner! lol. I know its bad for you, but I dont want to be pale! Spray tans have come along way if you are not interested in uv rays. But they are expensive, a normal head to toe, would be about $30-50 and it lasts about a week. If you dont mind the expensive part, they are pretty good. They are supposed to be pretty natural and vegetable based so they arent bad for you. I personally just go for the tanning bed because its cheaper and the tan lasts longer. I know a lot of people that get sprayed for weddings when they dont have time to tan. I have had a couple pregnant friends get sprayed because its supposed to be safe for pregnant woman. Anyways, good luck getting tan!

Hi J.! I'm assuming you mean the spray tan that the girl takes the gun and directly sprays you, right? Well I have gotten it done twice and LOVED it! I got a level one the first time b/c I didn't want to look like I'd been tanning (I have had Melanoma). Anyway, it looked great so I got a level two last time right before we went to Mexico. It was even better. I didn't look too dark, but I had a great bronzy glow! It lasts 10 days they say. But more like a week!! And DO your face. It will look funny if you don't. The place I go is Galini in Bolivar MO. It costs around $20 to have your whole body done. I say go for it!! It is nice. And it looks as good as a regular tan without the damage! Good luck! I can email you a pic of me right after a level two if you would like. Just send me a message w/your email and I'll sent it to ya! Have a great night!!

Hi J.,
I would not spray tan my face because if you have any type of alergic reaction it is going to show on you face as well as your body. I would also try some tanning lotion and lay in the sun firt to see how that works. You can also contact the tanning spa to see what their success rate is and if people normally do their face. Good luck

Hi J., I'm in the same boat as you! Have several areas of little spider veins from my three pregnancies. In my area, a spray tan costs about $18 for a partial or $25 for full body. I've been told it can last about 7 days if you moisturize well and avoid shaving as much as you can. Maybe using something like Nair before having the tan done would keep the need for shaving down and make the tan last longer. I don't think I can afford to have this done all summer long, but might go once or twice. I probably will just have my legs done. Hope this helps!

if you're just trying to cover up the veins, then another option would be: facial foundation. I've used it & it truly does work. & a heck of a lot easier....& remember how Lindsay Lohan & other Hollywood people have looked in spray tan oopsies!

I would avoid them, especially if you work out. My spray tan came off all over my clothes in spin class one time. It was disgusting. They also smell funny. I would just embrace the pale, or go for just a little sun.

Hey J.,

I've done the spray tan several times before and I actually like it. The cost will just depend on where you do it and i use to just do it as a package deal so I can't remember exactly what I did pay for it, but I liked it a lot. It is a safer way to get a tan and it actually works. I did do my face I just kept my eyes closed and make use you use the barrier cream around your finger and toe nails so you don't get yellow nails, but I would recommend it for sure!!! I haven't done it for awhile because I am pregnant now and I work from home now and I use to do it on my lunch breaks, but I really liked it. It last about 7-10 days I believe, but I always did it when I was either going to be able to get outside for a bit or sometimes I would do it and use a high pressure tanning bed and you get instant results. Good luck!!!

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hi J.! i've been spray tanning before and it came out great! i went back in april before going on a vacation and it lasted about a week or so. it just depends how often you shower, sweat, swim etc...obviously the more you wash yourself, the less time you'll have the tan. i did it in the machine and it is a cold spray, but a drier comes on as soon as the first spray goes. you push a button when you are ready and there is a pic that shows you the way to stand to avoid blotches and streaks. my mom went somewhere different and a person actually sprayed her. her spray tan came off on her clothes and bed sheets...mine didn't come off on any clothes at all. but i also had a drier and she didn't...it's definitely a matter of personal opinion. and when it sprays your face you do have to hold your breath, but other than that...i was never told to hold my breath. it's just a water/sugar base tan mix and it won't harm you. you'll never know if you like it til you try! :) good luck with your decision.