Tanning Junkie

If this summer you decide you want a great tan, thankfully, there are ways you can get the golden glow without going to the beach and exposing your skin to the harmful rays of the sun. ‘Airbrush Tanning’ or ‘Spray tanning’, are two choices that you have that can give you the golden bronze look in a matter of minutes. You are bound to ask ‘Airbrush tanning vs. spray tanning. What’s the difference?’ Let us explain to you the subtle difference between these two sunless tanning methods.

Contrary to popular belief that sunless tanning is akin to ‘tan in a can’, sunless tanning has advanced rapidly and better quality products are now available to cynics who first scoffed at the idea of getting a sunless tan. Nevertheless there are still some who ask Airbrush tanning vs. spray tanning. What’s the difference?

Spray tanning was introduced much before airbrush tanning and at that time was considered the most effective and safe method of getting a sunless tan, even dermatologist approved of it. In spray tanning you step inside a booth and a fine mist of tanning solution containing DHA is sprayed on your body from head to toe. The tanning solution reacts with the proteins present in the topmost layers of the skin and produces a golden brown shade on your skin. The whole process takes about 5-10 minutes and you are then required to dry yourself under the fan for about 15 minutes. It is recommended that you shower after about eight hours so that the tan has time to develop. However, you will need some practice to position yourself correctly so that the mist is evenly distributed over your body and there are no dry spots. The mist containing DHA is harmless to your external organs but FDA recommends that DHA should not be inhaled or ingested so you will need to hold your breath to prevent the mist from getting in your nose or eyes.

Now let’s deal with the second part of your question Airbrush tanning vs. spray tanning what’s the difference? In airbrush tanning you get into a booth and a skilled technician sprays the tanning solution all over your body with the help of a small compressor, this ensures you get a very even tan as the technician gives you personal attention. In areas that are prone to fading faster the technician is able to give an extra coat so that you get an even tan. The chance of streaking and drips is almost completely eliminated in airbrush tanning. Another plus with airbrush tanning is you don’t have to hold your breath for long as the technician will tell you when he or she is nearing your face. So your anxieties of breathing in DHA are taken care of in airbrush tanning. With the airbrush, the overspray is dramatically reduced and there is less wastage of the tanning solution.

So, now if a friend or a loved one asks the question Airbrush tanning vs. spray tanning. What’s the difference? You can answer like a pro.

Happy Tanning!

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