- DHA is listed in the Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act) as a color additive for use in imparting color to the human body. However, its use in cosmetics including sunless "tanning" products is restricted to external application. According to CFR, "externally applied" cosmetics are those applied only to external parts of the body and not to the lips or any body surface covered by mucous membrane" (21 CFR 70.3v).
- DHA reacts with the skin's amino acids resulting in a "tan" similar looking to that of the sun. The darker you can tan naturally, the darker you can tan with a spray tan. Like most cosmetics, avoid exposure to the eyes, lips, and other parts of body covered with a mucous membrane. This should be accomplished by follow the staff's breathing instructions as to avoid inhaling or ingesting the sunless product and by applying a barrier cream.
- Spray tan does not protect you from the sun and you still need to wear sunscreen.
- Your spray tan should last 5-10 days depending on your skin type and how well you take care of your sunless tan. It's very important to keep your skin moisturized after your spray tan, avoiding long baths or showers and hot tubs. Salt water exposure or a chlorinated pool can also shorten your spray tan.
- Be advised there may be a small percentage of individuals whose skin does not react favorably to spray tanning. Some medications such as birth control pills, hormone replacement medications, or antibiotics may alter your tan. Please consult with your technician if you have any questions.
- Following the spray tan session, please avoid: tight clothes, excessive perspiring, leather seats, and do not shower for the recommended time by your spray tan artist. Some fabrics may be stained by the spray tanning solution, please use caution and care.
- All ingredients in the product used in this procedure are intended for cosmetic use and generally regarded as safe. There are, however, occasions where individuals may be allergic to one or more ingredients in the spray tan solution. If this occurs, shower and discontinue use. If severe reaction, contact a physician. You may ask to see the ingredients prior to application