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What Is The Difference Between Airbrushing & HVLP?

The airbrushing process is very time consuming and is becoming a thing of the past. Airbrush machines have a compressor while HVLP machines have a small turbine engine. HVLP stands for High Volume Low Pressure and has more airflow and …

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Is It Safe To Spray Tan While Pregnant?

BOLD has spray tanned numerous pregnant women at their discretion. Having tan skin makes us feel more sexy and confident, especially when expecting. We feel that as long as it’s done in moderation and the proper precautions are taken to …

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Is Spray Tanning Safe?

Yes. Spray tanning is the safe alternative to indoor tanning and according to the Mayo Clinic; sunless tanning is a practical alternative to sunbathing. Since DHA works with the top layer of the skin, it is not absorbed through the …

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What Is DHA?

DHA is the active ingredient in the most effective sunless tanning products. DHA, also known as Dihydroxyacetone, is a three-carbon sugar that is derived from sugarcane. When DHA is applied to the skin, it causes a chemical reaction with the …

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Will I Turn Orange After A Spray Tan?

BOLD uses the highest quality of spray tan solution available. If you prep your skin correctly, follow our aftercare tips and don’t get sprayed too dark for your skin tone, you shouldn’t ever look orange. Getting sprayed with cheaper solutions …

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If You Are Tan Naturally Can You Still Get A Spray Tan?

Yes. Spray tans usually look better on skin they can blend well with. Any color of skin can get sprayed. BOLD sprays some of the fairest white skin colors to some of the deepest black colored clients. Our custom sunless …

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Will You Still Burn In The Sun With A Spray Tan?

Yes. You can still burn in the sun even if you have a spray tan. Always wear sunscreen and reapply every couple of hours.  

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Can You Get a Suntan Through A Spray Tan?

Yes. You can tan your skin with UV rays through a spray tan. Spray tans do not act as sunscreen and offer no more protection than bare skin. Avoid indoor tanning beds and make sure you always wear sunscreen outdoors. …

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What Is The Difference Between A Custom Spray Tan & Booth Spray Tan?

Booth spray tans and custom spray tans are the most popular ways to get a full body spray tan. Spray tan booths usually spray your entire body in about 3 minutes. This is a quick way to obtain a tan, …

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How Long Does A Spray Tan Last?

Skin naturally wants to shed its top layer on average every 7 days depending on the shape it’s in. The more hydrated and moisturized it is, the longer a tan will last. Typically a spray tan will last anywhere from …

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