How does mystic tan work

Visit shop. Download Booth Comparison Chart Here. The multi-billion-dollar sunless tanning industry continues to grow as tanning has become a foundation of the daily beauty regimen along with hair, nails, eyebrows, and teeth whitening. Mystic Tan spray tan solutions transforms skin color into a deep, natural tan. No dreaded orange! All Mystic Tan solution products are formulated with only premium grade, Eco-Certified, and skin pH balancing ingredients.

Mystic Tan products are a complete line of self-tanning retail options that provide an additional opportunity for upselling. All Mystic tan products are made with the same premium ingredients as our spray-tan line. Double Door — Fully Enclosed. Front Panel Design. Booth Size. Room Size Recommendations. Spray Positions. Automated voice instructions — guide tanners through 2 spray positions. Too much lotion applied in one place left the skin looking orange. Not enough lotion left unattractive streaks.

Hand held spray-on applicators tend to run and also cause streaking. Our MagneTan technology ensures that a uniform micro-spray of Mystic Tan tanning myst covers the entire body in the exact amount required to produce a natural-looking tan. There is nothing in the Mystic Tan tanning myst that would prevent you from tanning in tanning beds or the sun. In fact, a number of customers have found that tanning with UV rays and the Mystic Tan tanning myst actually gives them a better overall tan.

If you plan to use a tanning bed and the Mystic Tan booth in the same day, we recommend that you use the tanning bed first. Remember, however, that the Mystic Tan tan does not give you any protection from UV rays. The Mystic Tan tanning booth was designed specifically for individuals who can't or prefer not to tan conventionally. We recommend consulting with your doctor before proceeding with a Mystic Tan tanning session. The components we use in our myst have been successfully used in cosmetics and food products for decades, and are proven safe for use on the skin.

If you've had previous allergic reactions to self-tanning lotions or cosmetics, you may want to do a "patch test" first. Put a small amount of Mystic Tan tanning myst on a small area of your skin to test for possible reactions. DHA: this is what produces a long-term tan. When applied, DHA reacts with proteins in the skin's superficial layer to form a golden brown color.

Your skin begins to darken two to three hours after application and reaches its peak color within 24 hours.

The color will gradually fade through natural exfoliation, just like a tan from the sun. To maintain optimal color, you'll want to tan every four to five days. Moisturizers: helps carry the DHA deeper into the skin and promotes a softer, smoother finish. Mystic Tan tanning myst contains Aloe Vera, a natural moisturizer that helps skin draw moisture to the surface.

Aloe Vera also softens the skin and helps smooth wrinkles. The bronzer washes off in the shower or bath, without affecting your overall tan. Mystic Tan's ClearMystTM formula contains no bronzer at all, so it goes on clear, yet, darkens within hours and results in an even, dark, natural-looking tan. How many Mystic Tan tanning sessions will I need to achieve the color I want?

You'll be tan after one session, but it may take additional sessions to achieve your desired color. Once you reach your ideal color, you should be able to maintain it by tanning every four to five days. Skip to content. Local Listings. Latest Newscasts. Gift Cards. Self Tanner. Self and Spray Tan Accessories. Bronzing Sprays.

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While you are spray tanning, go easy on your hands and feet as these areas tend to get darker faster than the rest of your body.

If you are using a spray tan booth, ask the attendant about applying a cream to your hands and feet to minimize the tanning effect or about wearing paper booties to cover your feet. You might also want to bring a shower cap to protect your hair.

If this is your first spray tan experience and you are pale to start out with, you will want to work in small increments to gradually increase your color. Once you get to the spray tan salon or pick out your self-tanner , choose a light- or mid-toned color that will keep your glow looking natural. The last thing you want is to walk out of there looking like an orange. What tips should I follow after having a spray tan? Immediately after using a spray tan, you should use a towel to wipe off any excess liquid from your body.

Your tan will take about 8 to 24 hours to reach its full color. You also will need to wait 4 to 6 hours before you shower. If you opted for airbrushing, you will need to wait hours before you shower. Try not to do any sweat-inducing activities, as any amount of water or moisture will adversely affect your spray tan color. It is also important to use a good moisturizer after your first post-tan shower and daily thereafter.

Remember, hydrated skin lasts longer than dry skin. Are there any risks associated with using a spray tan? DHA, the active ingredient in spray tans and other sunless tanning products, is perfectly safe for external use.