Hydrate ahead.
Keep skin moisturized in the days leading up to your visit. On appointment day, arrive with clean, product-free skin so your artist can prepare you for your tan.
The Mist tanning guide
A little prep.
A beautiful glow.
Your best tan starts before you step into the studio. Here’s how to arrive ready, rinse at the right time, and care for your color.
01 / Set the foundation
Great color starts here.
A few simple steps help us create a smooth, beautifully custom finish.
Start fresh.
Exfoliate before your visit using a washcloth or an oil-free exfoliating product. Finish shaving before your appointment, too. Ask your artist about timing if you wax or have sensitive skin.
Plan your outfit.
Bring loose, dark clothing for afterward. Skip tight waistbands and snug pieces that rub against your skin while your color develops.
02 / Your appointment-day checklist
Come comfortable.
Leave glowing.
First time? Tell us what you have in mind. Your Mist artist will talk through your desired color and the instructions for your tan.
Tap the boxes as you get ready. You can also screenshot this list.
Coming straight from work? Let us know if you need help removing makeup or deodorant when you arrive.
03 / Protect your glow
The right rinse matters.
Standard and rapid tans follow different schedules. Know which one you received.
Standard tan
8–10 hoursMist’s general wait before your first rinse, unless your artist gives you different instructions.
Rapid tan
1–3 hoursYour artist will select your rinse time within this window based on your solution and desired result.
Your artist’s instructions come first. Set a reminder for your recommended rinse time. If you’re unsure, contact the studio before rinsing.
Let it develop.
Before your first rinse, avoid water, swimming and sweaty workouts. Try not to rub or touch your tan: bronzer can transfer to your palms and clothing.
Rinse gently.
At your instructed time, rinse thoroughly with plain water until the water runs clear. Pay attention to feet and ankles, and gently pat dry.
Keep it simple.
Follow your artist’s instructions for when to resume soap, regular showers and skincare. Your first rinse removes surface bronzer; your color can continue developing afterward.
A little daily care
Make moisture your ritual.
After your first rinse, keep skin moisturized daily as directed by your artist. Ask the team which aftercare products suit your tan and your usual routine.
Simple, consistent care is the finishing touch.
Good to know
A few quick answers.
Should I moisturize before my appointment?
Moisturize in the days beforehand, but arrive with clean, product-free skin on appointment day. Your artist will guide any preparation needed in the studio.
What if I still have makeup or deodorant on?
Tell your artist when you arrive. Mist keeps cleansers and makeup removers available to help you get ready.
Can I work out after my tan?
Plan workouts before your appointment. Avoid sweating while your tan develops and until your first rinse, then follow your artist’s aftercare instructions.
Why does some color wash off in the shower?
The temporary surface bronzer rinses away. Rinse with plain water until it runs clear, including around your feet and ankles. Your developing tan can continue to change after this first rinse.
I forgot when to rinse. What should I do?
Contact the location that applied your tan so the team can confirm your instructions. Rapid and standard rinse times are different, so avoid guessing.
Custom color. Personal care.
Let’s find your glow.
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