Choosing the Perfect Shade for Spray Tanning

You’ve decided you want to leave behind the pale and embrace the golden tones of a good spray tan. Congratulations for taking the first step in the tanning process—deciding to tan. The next step (after making your appointment) is choosing the right color for your tanning experience. How do you choose?

Talk to Your Spray Tan Company

The professional at the Privé Beauty Lab is there to help take the mystery out of this process for you. Regardless of whether this is your first time tanning or your hundredth, you should feel comfortable speaking to the technicians at the spray tan company about any questions you may have. It would be best to discuss any allergies or sensitivities you may have, especially those to skincare products.

Consider Your Skin Tone

You want your tan to look natural. If you have very light skin, you don’t want to choose the darkest tanning color. Choosing a color that is too dark or the wrong tone will make your spray tan look fake.

Consider Your Activities

Your spray tan will gradually fade. However, you don’t want to accelerate that process with your activity level. Ask your technician to help you pick a shade of spray tan that will stay beautiful and look natural no matter what your activities are.

Think About Your Closet

Did we say your closet? Yes, we did. Your spray tan should complement your wardrobe, not overshadow it. Think about the colors you wear most often, as this will help your technician achieve a more natural look on your skin.

Think About the Season

Are you in the middle of a long, cold winter? Has summer turned the corner? Considering the seasons will help you achieve the most natural look possible. Most people don’t have a deep, dark tan in winter, so paying attention to the time of year will work to your advantage.

Consider the Occasion

If you’re getting this tan for a special occasion, you should consider that when choosing your color. You don’t want to show up for your sister’s wedding looking like you just rolled in the mud. Of course, you don’t want to be as light as a sheet, either. Consult your technician for assistance striking the perfect balance.

Final Thoughts

Spray tans are a lovely cosmetic way to enhance your natural skin color and beauty. Speak with the professional technician at Privé Beauty Lab to choose the right shade for you.