Pre- and post-tan care

Shave and moisturize the night before your spray tan.
If you wax, it is best to wax a 1-2 days before your tan, as waxing residue can cause your tan to look uneven.
Rinse off with a cold shower and gently exfoliate the day of your spray tan.
Do not wear makeup, lotion, moisturizer, deodorant, or perfumes - these can block the DHA, causing your tan to not develop as much or to look uneven.

Wear dark, loose-fitting clothing after your spray tan session.
Avoid water for at least 8h after your tan (no pool, shower, or exercise).
For your first post-tan shower simply rinse off with cool water until the water runs clear. Do not shave or use any scrubs, oils, or body wash.
After your shower, pat yourself dry with a towel rather than rubbing.
Avoid shaving or waxing right after your tan, as this removes the hair along with the upper surface of your skin, which has just been spray tanned.
Depending on the formula, the tan may look light right after your first shower. Don't worry, it is still developing and will show full results after 24h.
To extend the life of your tan, avoid soaking in water, shave every other day instead of every day, don't use harsh chemicals, and moisturize daily!
Before and after your tan, do not use Dove or any other similar creamy white body washes, as these can strip the tan back off or cause it to be blotchy.