SPRAY TAN CERTIFICATION
Your Career in Sunless Tanning Starts Here
Sjolie’s spray tan certification gives you more than a certificate on the wall. You get the science behind the glow, the technique that builds a reputation, and a complete business blueprint — designed by the artists, chemists, and entrepreneurs who built one of the most trusted names in sunless tanning.
Whether you’re exploring how to become a spray tan artist for the first time or you’re a licensed esthetician adding sunless to your menu, our spray tan training courses meet you where you are and take you where you want to go.
THE OPPORTUNITY
HOW TO START A SPRAY TAN BUSINESS THAT ACTUALLY LASTS
The conversation around skin health has permanently shifted. Consumers aren’t choosing between a tan and their skin anymore — they’re choosing spray tanning. Weddings, proms, vacations, content shoots, or simply the confidence of a midweek glow: demand is year-round and climbing.
Startup costs for a spray tan business are among the lowest in the beauty industry. You can be fully operational — mobile spray tanning or in-studio — for well under $2,000. No salon chair rental. No enormous product inventory. Just you, your technique, and a brand that backs you up.
Whether you’re building a mobile spray tanning business from your car or adding sunless services to an existing salon, Sjolie’s certification gives you the foundation to launch with confidence and grow with strategy.
YOUR EDUCATORS
LEARN FROM THE BEST IN THE INDUSTRY
Every spray tan certification course is only as good as the people teaching it. At Sjolie, you learn from the educators who literally wrote the training guide other programs modeled after.
FOUNDER & IN-PERSON EDUCATOR
Ashley Sjolie
CEO, Sjolie Inc.
Ashley Sjolie didn’t just build a spray tan brand — she built the certification program that other trainers across the industry modeled their own courses after. As the author of the Sjolie Spray Tan Mastery Handbook and the driving force behind every formula in the product line, Ashley brings an unmatched depth of knowledge spanning chemistry, technique, and business strategy.
When you train in-person at Sjolie’s campus in Rocklin, California, you’re learning directly from the woman who set the standard. Ashley’s in-person classes combine hands-on technique with real client work, product science, and the kind of one-on-one business coaching that you simply can’t get from a video course.
Teaches: Small Group Class · One-on-One Private Class · Destination Class
VIRTUAL EDUCATION DIRECTOR
Mikaela Goodman
Lead Virtual Educator, Sjolie Inc.
Mikaela Goodman has been with Sjolie for over a decade — long enough to have helped shape and write the content that defines Sjolie’s training program. Her expertise spans every version of the curriculum, every product reformulation, and every technique refinement the brand has made over the past 10+ years.
As the lead virtual educator, Mikaela brings the warmth and energy of an in-person experience to the screen. Her live Zoom spray tan classes are kept deliberately small (4 students max) so every question gets answered, every technique demo gets real-time feedback, and every student leaves feeling genuinely prepared to take on clients.
Teaches: Virtual Class (Live Zoom) · Refresher Class
MORE THAN TECHNIQUE
SCIENCE MEETS ARTISTRY — AND BUSINESS
Most spray tan courses and airbrush tanning courses teach you how to hold a gun and follow a pattern. Sjolie teaches you why — the Maillard reaction between DHA and amino acids in the stratum corneum, how pH levels affect absorption, how the 28-day skin cycle determines fade, and how different Fitzpatrick skin types respond to different solution undertones.
When you understand the science, you stop guessing and start customizing. You can troubleshoot orange development, adapt for oily or dry skin conditions, and give every client a result that feels personally crafted — because it is. This is what separates a spray tan technician from a true spray tan artist.
Our curriculum was built by chemists and refined by working artists. That combination of laboratory precision and real-world artistry is what makes a Sjolie-certified professional stand apart.
THE CURRICULUM
WHAT YOUR SPRAY TANNING CERTIFICATION COVERS
Nine comprehensive chapters take you from industry fundamentals to a launch-ready business. This is the same knowledge base used by Sjolie-certified artists across the country.
The Spray Tan Industry
The history of DHA, FDA regulations, application methods (airbrush, HVLP, booth, self-application), and what sets Sjolie’s approach apart.
Skin Science 101
Skin anatomy, the Maillard reaction, the 28-day skin cycle, pH balance, UV safety, Fitzpatrick skin types, and undertone theory.
Client & Technician Prep
Pre-appointment protocols, day-of prep, and adapting for oily skin, dry skin, sensitive skin, stretch marks, psoriasis, and more.
Choosing Your Formula
Deep dive into Sjolie’s full solution lineup — Original, Luxe, Rapid — plus additives. Match undertones and DHA concentrations to each client.
The Sjolie Method
The proprietary Sjolie spray technique: distance, angle, speed, contouring, and special tips for hands, feet, and face.
Aftercare & Maintenance
Equipment care, client aftercare education, Sjolie’s retail skincare line, and building rebooking habits that drive recurring revenue.
Troubleshooting
Diagnosing and solving uneven tans, orange development, lack of color, and alligator skin — before clients even notice.
Building Your Business
Business structure, pricing strategies, service packaging, policies, social media marketing, and building a professional brand.
Artist Resources
Downloadable marketing materials, client intake forms, consent templates, video tutorials, and ongoing community access.
THE NUMBERS
SPRAY TAN BUSINESS INCOME POTENTIAL
Based on a $50 average spray tan service at a 5-day workweek. Sjolie solution cost per tan averages just $2–$5.
3 Clients / Day
$3,000per month · $36,000 / year
6 Clients / Day
$6,000per month · $72,000 / year
12 Clients / Day
$12,000per month · $144,000 / year
WHAT SETS US APART
THE SJOLIE DIFFERENCE
When you certify with Sjolie, you’re not just learning spray tanning — you’re joining a brand built on clean science, real artistry, and a genuine commitment to the artists who carry our name.
Clean, Science-Led Formulas
Naturally derived DHA. No parabens, mineral oil, erythrulose (unless specified), or harmful additives. PETA-approved and Certified Vegan. Every solution is designed for consistent, natural color.
Undertone-Matched Solutions
Pre-blended formulas with complementary cosmetic bronzers — violet for warm undertones, olive for cool — so you get the right tone for every Fitzpatrick skin type without custom mixing.
Small-Batch Freshness
We produce monthly, not annually. Every bottle you use on a client is at peak potency, which means better color development, better fade, and happier clients who rebook.
100% Retail ROI
Our retail skincare line — moisturizers, cleansers, self-tanners — is offered at a flexible 100% return on investment. Sell products between appointments to build recurring revenue.
Ongoing Mentorship
Certification is the beginning, not the end. You get post-training mentorship, alumni resources, business guidance, and a community of Sjolie-certified professionals.
Complete Business Toolkit
Downloadable consent forms, intake questionnaires, marketing templates, pricing guides, policy frameworks, and video tutorials — everything to open your doors on day one.
ENROLL NOW
BOOK YOUR SPRAY TAN CLASS
Choose your preferred training format and check real-time availability. In-person classes are held at Sjolie’s campus in Rocklin, California. Virtual and refresher classes are available nationwide via Zoom.
Questions? Email edu@sjolieinc.com or call 1-888-495-6064
COMMON QUESTIONS
SPRAY TAN CERTIFICATION FAQ
READY?
Turn Your Passion Into a Career
The sunless industry isn’t slowing down — and neither should you. Get certified, get confident, and start building the spray tan business you’ve been imagining.
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