How to Make Your Spray Tan Last Longer

Claudia Sutton
Feb 23
2 min read

You’ve just had your mobile spray tan with Bronzed - you’re glowing, you’re feeling fabulous, and now you want that bronzed beauty to last as long as possible.

Proper spray tan aftercare can make a huge difference in how evenly your tan fades and how long your glow lasts. At Bronzed Mobile Tanning, we help clients across Port Macquarie and the Mid North Coast keep their tans looking fresh for as long as possible.

If you’ve ever wondered how to make spray tan last longer, a few simple aftercare habits can make a huge difference.

1. First Shower Timing is Everything

After your tan, we’ll let you know exactly when to rinse off, depending on the solution used and the depth of colour you’re after. No sneaky rinses or swimming, even if it’s tempting on a hot Mid North Coast day!

When you do shower, no soup, keep it quick and cool - no long, hot steamy sessions.

2. How to Make Your Spray Tan Last Longer After Showering

After showering, gently pat yourself dry with a towel rather than rubbing. Rough drying can strip away your developing tan, especially in the first 24 hours.

3. Why Moisturising Helps Your Spray Tan Last Longer

Hydrated skin holds onto a tan much longer! Start moisturising morning and night from Day 2 onwards. Choose a moisturiser that's oil-free and gentle as some oils can cause patchiness or make your tan fade faster.

Pro tip: Focus on areas that dry out faster like hands, feet, elbows, and knees.

4. Avoid Chlorine and Long Soaks

A dip in the ocean at Town Beach? Perfect. A long soak in a chlorinated pool? Not so great for your spray tan.

Chlorine and prolonged water exposure can cause your tan to break down faster. Stick to quick dips when you can.

5. Gentle Spray Tan Aftercare Tips

When washing, use a mild, soap-free body wash and avoid scrubs, loofahs, and anything too abrasive. You want your tan to fade naturally and evenly, not peel off in patches!

A little TLC goes a long way! #NoScrub At Bronzed, we want your Port Macquarie glow to last and look flawless. Follow these simple aftercare steps and you’ll enjoy bronzed, beautiful skin for longer.

✨ Book Now, your next mobile spray tanning session today and keep the golden vibes going strong!