Browning Studio

We custom mix your solution during your in-room consultation, so there’s no need to specify preferences when booking. Our artists will choose the formula that best suits your skin tone + lifestyle, whether that’s a traditional or rapid solution. If a rapid solution is recommended, it will be provided at no additional cost .

this is a common misconception and an unfortunate marketing ploy in the sunless (spray tan) industry. there is no such thing as organic dha. (+ the dha free solutions on the market are meant to be used as a training solution because the results don’t last.) we currently work with 4 labs + we utilize more than 10 solutions, all of which are Ecocert certified + use natural ingredients for the long term health + safety of your skin. our solutions vary in undertones + curing times because just like our complexions, individual schedules vary.

dha (dihydroxyacetone) is an ingredient derived from sugar cane + beets, which reacts with the amino acids in the protein on the outer layer of the skin to create the darkening reaction or temporary browning of spray tans.

our first question is always an excited, “what are we getting tan for today?!” although our favorite answer is ‘because it makes me feel great,’ we know that you come to see us for a variety of reasons. all answers prep us + get our gears turning for the customized mixology, application layering, + designated shower time recommendation.

when you head into the airbrush room, you will discuss the best solution for your skin type, lifestyle, and goal. whether you choose a rapid developing solution or the longer developing solution [neither is better than the other], you must shower at the time your artist advised you. remember, this shower time is based on the desired outcome the two of you discussed in your consultation. wearing the rapid drying solutions longer than they are designed will result in a ‘dirty’ looking [and possibly orange] tan that fades poorly. showering the longer developing solutions too soon will result in a lighter result and a faster fade time. for a general idea prior to your consultation this is the typical guideline: clear + rapid solutions: -1 to 2 hours: very light tan -3 to 4 hours: medium tan -4 to 5 hours: dark tan clear solution: - only offered by lead artist. - instant color? no. - shower time? 1-5 hours. - final results? 24 hours after appointment rapid solution: - book as “full body tan” - instant color? yes. - shower time? 1-5 hours. - final results? 10 hours after appointment. classic solution: - book as “full body tan” - instant color? yes. - shower time? 8-10 hours - final results? 8-10 hours after appointment.

if you are pregnant, yes! however, we recommend each mom-to-be consult with their physician first. a women’s tan may develop differently during various hormonal changes (ovulation, menstruation, pregnancy) it may be patchy or produce lighter or no color. if you are breastfeeding , yes! just let us know when you book your appointment or when you arrive. you are welcome to wear a bra or swimsuit top that covers any areas that you don’t want your child coming in contact with. we can also avoid solution contact with that area of skin.

Upper Body: This tan covers from the waist up, including the face. Lower Body: This tan covers from the waist down. Face + Chest: This tan covers the face + neck, blended into the chest. You can book this anytime or use our face tan mist available in-studio.

typically 20 minutes but we ask that you plan to arrive 5 minutes early, and plan 30 minutes into your schedule for check-in/check-out.

our artists inform you to dress down to your comfort level as these are prominent tan lines that you will see for the next 7-10 days. -disposable thongs are provided if needed. -long, loose clothing is recommended immediately following your spray tan. -if raining on the day of your appointment, you must wear clothing that covers + protects every inch of your skin. bring an umbrella. -initial "over-spray" may rub off on clothes (before your first shower) but it should wash out completely.

1-day event : 3 or fewer days prior. wedding : 2 days prior. pageant: 1-2 days prior. vacation: 1 day prior.

depending on your skin type + the amount of solution applied to the skin, your tan can last 7-10 days.

yes. scrub all color off from previous spray tans or sunless tanners (especially any solution or self-tanner that isn’t our solution, as we don’t know how the two will interact) for best results. we carry an incredible tan remover in the studio, this is ideal for those who like to keep a consistent tan.