How to Buy At-Home Sunless Tanning Equipment
Purchasing your own sunless tanning equipment for use at home can save you hundreds or thousands of tanning salon dollars over the course of the equipment's lifetime. In addition to the financial benefits, owning your own equipment allows you to control the darkness and consistency of your tan without input from a tanning salon associate. Although it may sound like a difficult process to purchase your own equipment, it's actually quite simple. Does this Spark an idea?
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Determine the type of equipment you wish to purchase. At-home sunless tanning can be done in two ways: sunless tanning lotion or a spray tan compressor. You can purchase sunless tanning lotion at your local grocery store, pharmacy or convenience store. Read the label to determine the degree of tan the lotion will give you. Compressors use a spray tan gun to administer tanning solution over the body. Compressors are recommended if you can afford to buy them, as they provide a more consistent tan.
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Find a website that sells your tanning equipment. Websites like 87spraytan.com, sunlesstanmasters.com, airbrush-tanning.us and thetanningstore.com all provide consumers with many choices in compressors and applicators. Determine your budget and the equipment necessary for your personal needs. Prices range from $150 to $700 and depend on the type of machine you purchase.
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Purchase your tanning equipment from the website of your choice. Shipping and taxes vary depending on the website and where the equipment is coming from. Make sure to purchase extra tanning solution for your machine, so you don't run out.
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Tips & Warnings
Don't shower or work out for six to 12 hours after you apply your sunless tanning solution. Exposing your skin to any type of moisture (including sweat) can disrupt the application process and result in an uneven tan.
Wear dark, loose-fitting clothes during the six- to 12-hour time period after application. It's not uncommon for sunless tanning solution to stain clothing, so wear clothes that you don't care about ruining.
Moisturize your skin at least once per day with a quality skin lotion. Moisturizing slows down the skin exfoliation process and, subsequently, leads to a longer-lasting tan.
Wear a hair cap during the application process, as the solution may discolor your hair.
