The Importance of Aftercare: Educating Your Clients for Long-Lasting Tan Results
EDUCATING YOUR CLIENTS FOR LONG-LASTING RESULTS
As a professional spray tan artist, part of providing excellent service is helping clients understand the importance of aftercare. Proper aftercare is crucial for maintaining a beautiful, long-lasting tan — and educating your clients on the right steps can significantly enhance their experience and satisfaction.
WHY HYDRATION MATTERS
One of the most important aspects of aftercare is hydration. Keeping your clients’ skin hydrated is essential for supporting the longevity of their tan and ensuring that skin remains smooth, even, and vibrant. Dry skin causes a tan to fade unevenly, leading to patchiness and premature color loss. As we move into cooler months, revisiting aftercare with your clients ensures they’re set up for success.
BODY RENEW MOISTURIZER
Recommend incorporating Body Renew into your clients’ daily morning routine. This lightweight yet nourishing moisturizer is specially formulated with spray tan-safe ingredients that outperform over-the-counter products.
Unlike standard moisturizers — which can contain ingredients that strip natural moisture or cause the tan to fade unevenly — Body Renew is designed to support the tan’s longevity and ensure a smooth, even fade. Its unique formula replenishes and locks in hydration, enhancing the skin’s moisture barrier and leaving skin soft, plump, and glowing.
TAN EXTEND LOTION
At night, recommend using Tan Extend to seal in moisture and protect the skin during sleep. This rich, emollient formula is specifically designed to extend the life of a spray tan by delivering deep hydration and infusing the skin with a small amount of DHA. This addition helps maintain and even out any fading, prolonging the tan’s color.
Encourage your clients to make Tan Extend a nightly ritual — and to avoid water or sweat for at least 8 hours after application to allow the DHA to fully develop. By incorporating this into their routine, they’ll enjoy more even and longer-lasting results, keeping their tan fresh for weeks.
THE RIGHT BODY WASH MATTERS
Many over-the-counter body washes contain harsh chemicals and sulfates that can strip the skin of its natural moisture, leading to faster fading and a patchy or dull appearance.
Recommend Sjolie Shower Gel as a gentle, nourishing alternative. This sulfate-free gel body wash is specially formulated for those with spray tans, infused with Aloe Vera and Glycerin to keep skin hydrated and balanced. It works in harmony with the spray tan, keeping skin soft, healthy, and glowing — and it’s a great choice even for clients who aren’t currently wearing a tan.
DAILY AFTERCARE REGIMEN
Guide your clients to establish a consistent aftercare routine with these three simple steps.
| When | Product | Why It Works |
|---|---|---|
| Morning | Body Renew | Locks in moisture, replenishes the skin’s hydration barrier, supports even fading throughout the day. |
| Evening | Tan Extend | Seals in deep hydration overnight while subtly extending the DHA for longer-lasting, even color. |
| Daily | Sjolie Shower Gel | Sulfate-free, gentle cleansing that won’t strip the tan. Infused with Aloe Vera and Glycerin. |
HEALTHIER SKIN, LONGER-LASTING RESULTS
Educating your clients on the importance of daily hydration and using the right products goes beyond just maintaining their tan — it’s an investment in their skin’s health. Hydrated skin holds color better and fades more evenly, ensuring a flawless tan throughout its life cycle.
By recommending these products and helping your clients build this daily routine, you’re setting them up for healthier skin and a radiant tan that lasts longer. As they see the benefits of proper aftercare, they’ll return for future sessions knowing their results are in good hands.
