Bridal & Events
Bridal Spray Tan Timeline: A Week-by-Week Plan
A wedding tan isn't one appointment — it's a small project with a perfect finish line. This timeline fits around the rest of your beauty schedule so every step lands in the right order.
3–4 weeks out: the trial
- Book your trial tan and treat it like the real thing — full prep, full aftercare.
- Wear something white afterward to see the color against your dress tone.
- Note what you'd change: deeper, lighter, warmer, cooler.
1–2 weeks out: lock the plan
- Confirm your final tan appointment and share the trial feedback with your technician.
- Schedule waxing and facials to finish at least 48 hours before the final tan.
- If the bridal party is joining, reserve a Spray Tanning Soirée or a House Call for the getting-ready location.
The final week
- Day before the final tan: full exfoliation, shave or wax complete.
- Final tan day: arrive product-free; wear loose, dark clothing after.
- Rinse at your recommended time, then moisturize daily.
- Wedding day: no lotions or perfumes on freshly tanned skin in the morning — your glow is set.
Common questions
What if my wedding is out of town?
Tan before you travel — book the final tan ahead of departure so color fully develops, then moisturize daily through the trip.
How do I keep the tan fresh through the honeymoon?
Daily moisturizing, short lukewarm showers, and rinsing after swims. The studio's Tanning Drops can top up color between trips.
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Spray Tanning Soirée
$40+ per person · 120+ min
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House Calls
$85+ · 60+ min
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