The Hydration Factor

How dry your skin is plays a very important part in the results of a spray tan, or any tan, since dry skin cells flake off faster. During the winter months, it's easy to notice how dry your skin is, with heaters zapping the moisture out of the air, your skin can feel extra dry, however, the heat, UV rays and humidity in the summer also drain moisture from your skin and increase the need for true hydration. 

First, making sure you are drinking enough water and getting enough electrolytes to help your body absorb that water is essential. Hydrating from the inside out is always the best for lasting, long term results! If you are wanting a fancy way to increase your water intake, check out Honestly Hannah on IG for some amazing Water Cocktail ideas!

Second, using topical hydration, like good quality moisturizers with clean, pure ingredients helps to address dryness from the outside in. We recommend using a simple moisturizer such as a cocoa or shea butter and avoid lotions that have ethanol, ethyl, isopropyl or benzyl alcohols, mineral oil and petrolatum(i.e. vasoline, CeraVe) or any PEGs(petrolatum based ingredients). These ingredients will breakdown the tan faster and can create a brassy or orange look as the tan fades.

Naturally Geechee, a Charleston based brand, creates amazing whipped shea moisturizers that richly hydrate and lock in moisture with delicious scents and all natural ingredients. Spray Studio is an Atlanta based brand that creates light, whipped creamy shea, similar to a cold cream, with natural ingredients that are formulated to aid in keeping your tan and skin hydrated and looking its best! Be sure to check these out on your next visit and invest in you!