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Men's Spray Tan: Preparation, Colour and Aftercare

A spray tan is a simple option if you want more colour without relying on UV tanning. Men book them for holidays, weddings, events, photos, bodybuilding, or simply because they prefer how they look with a tan.

At Core Benefits Toowoomba we use MineTan, including violet-based tones that can produce a more neutral-looking result on suitable skin tones.

Will a spray tan make me orange?

A good result depends on more than the brand. The colour selected, your natural skin tone, preparation, how heavily the product is applied and how long it develops all influence the finished result.

Rather than promising that a tan can never look orange or uneven, our aim is to choose an appropriate tone and give you clear preparation and aftercare instructions.

How does a spray tan work?

Most sunless tanning products use DHA (dihydroxyacetone), which reacts with amino acids in the outermost layer of the skin and temporarily darkens its appearance. It does not create a UV suntan and it does not provide meaningful sun protection unless a separate sunscreen product is used.

How should I prepare?

Preparation can make a noticeable difference to how evenly the tan develops.

• Exfoliate beforehand: gently remove loose, dry skin, paying attention to areas such as elbows, knees and ankles.
• Do your hair removal first: if you shave or wax, do it before the tan rather than immediately afterwards. Giving the skin time to settle is generally more comfortable.
• Arrive with clean, dry skin: avoid heavy moisturisers, oils, deodorants or other products that may interfere with an even application unless we have advised otherwise.
• Wear loose, darker clothing: tight clothing can rub freshly applied product and some transfer before the first rinse can occur.

If your skin is particularly dry, ask us about timing your preparation rather than aggressively scrubbing immediately before the appointment.

What happens after the spray tan?

Your required development time depends on the product and the depth of colour you want. We will tell you when to have your first rinse rather than expecting you to guess.

For that first rinse, follow the instructions provided with your treatment. Afterwards, gentle washing and regular moisturising can help the colour fade more evenly.

Hot baths, heavy exfoliation, frequent swimming and anything that speeds up removal of the outer skin cells can also shorten how long a cosmetic tan appears to last.

Does a spray tan protect me from the sun?

No. Looking tanned is not the same as being protected from ultraviolet radiation. Continue to use appropriate sun protection when you are outdoors.

How long will it last?

There is no exact number of days for everyone. Skin turnover, showering, swimming, sweating, exfoliation and moisturising can all influence how quickly the colour fades.

The goal is for the tan to develop evenly and then fade gradually rather than promising a fixed lifespan.

Spray tans are not only for women

There is nothing particularly male or female about wanting a little more colour. For men who have never had one, the main concern is often that the result will look obviously fake.

That is why we would rather start with the look you want — subtle or darker — and choose the treatment around you.

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