Nothing says vacation mode like a fresh glow — without the sunburn. If you’re planning to spray tan before a trip, timing and prep are everything. Here’s how to nail it.
When to Book
Schedule your spray tan 1 to 2 days before you leave. This gives the colour time to fully develop and settle into your skin. If you tan the day of travel, you risk transfer onto your clothes in transit and the colour might not be fully set yet.
Pick the Right Solution
Going with Malibu? You’ll have that instant glow for your flight and your first day. Going with Clear? You’ll develop on the plane — which honestly might make the flight feel more productive.
Pack the Right Products
A fragrance-free, oil-free moisturizer. A gentle body wash (skip the hotel’s harsh soap). A tan-extending lotion if you have one. Loose, breathable clothing for the first day.
Pool and Ocean Tips
Chlorine and salt water will fade your tan faster. That’s unavoidable. But you can slow it down by moisturizing immediately after every swim, rinsing off with fresh water after swimming, and patting dry instead of rubbing with a towel. And remember, a spray tan won’t protect you from the sun — pack the SPF.
When to Tan After You Get Home
If your tan has faded by the time you’re back, book a maintenance session within 3 to 5 days. Consistency is the secret to keeping a year-round glow.
Ready to tan before your next trip? Book your session at TANNED TO in downtown Toronto.
