· After 6 – 8 hours you can remove the loose fitting clothing and have a quick, warm shower using minimal soap. You may notice some colour " washing off ", this is normal and is only the excess bronzer/colour guide (used for the application) that is being removed and NOT the actual tan. You will still be left with a deep tan.

· Apply moisturizer after showering on slightly damp skin, do NOT use moisturizers which contain Alpha-Hydroxy, Retin-A, BHA or other exfoliating chemicals. Avoid bar soap, glycolic creams, scrubs, body bleaching products, or toners with either alcohol or witch hazel.

· Apply moisturizer frequently (daily) to slow down the fading of your tan and do not exfoliate. Healthy, hydrated skin prolongs the longevity of your fabulous new tan.

· Shave as necessary with a sharp razor.

· Your tan will fade gradually and will last anywhere from 5 – 14 days depending on your skin type, how well you care for your skin by moisturizing, if you gently towel dry, if you wear or avoid clothes that chafe, take quick warm showers instead of long hot showers or baths and generally avoid or participate in anything that would encourage the skin to shed. The life of the tan can be nearly doubled through daily moisturizing alone.

· The easiest way to remove an airbrushed tan is an oil and soak bath. Coat your skin with baby oil and let soak for 20 to 30 minutes. This helps loosen much of the dead skin on the surface. After take a long tub soak, in warm soapy bubbly water for at least 20 to 40 minutes. Exfoliate with a washcloth or exfoliating gloves and baking soda (shower gel, Lava or Irish Spring soap can be substituted for baking soda). After your bath, rub skin briskly with a towel, concentrating on any missed areas.

· The average life span of a tan is generally a week.