Frequently asked questions.
The most commonly asked spray tan questions regarding preparing for and maintaining your tan.
Competition Spray Tans for Youth Summit & Cheerleading Worlds in Florida
Where can I get a spray tan during the Youth Summit in Tampa, FL?
We will be providing our 9 Time Award Winning Spray tans on site for Cheerleaders & their fans in Tampa, Florida on April 22 & 23, 2025.
Will you also offer on-site spray tanning at Cheerleading Worlds?
YES! We will be heading straight from Tampa over to Orlando to provide on site for Spray Tans for Cheerleaders & their fans in Orlando, Florida on April 24 & 25, 2025.
How do I book a spray tan appointment for these competitions?
You can book our “Youth Summit Tans – Tampa, FL” and “Worlds 2025 Tans – Orlando, FL” directly on our website at https://sunbursttansbyashleyfranz.glossgenius.com/
Do you offer Group Rates for these competition tans?
Depending on the amount of girls getting tanned we are happy to coordinate tanning your full team and even working out a group rate. Feel free to email us at sunbursttans16@gmail.com to discuss – be sure to mention which competition you’re inquiring for!
Which tan do you recommend booking for cheer competitions?
All tans booked under our Youth Summit & Worlds 2025 tans will receive our Elite Glow. Booking this will ensure your tan is as bold and flawless as your routine —the ultimate deep, dark spray tan designed for cheerleaders who want to shine on stage and stand out in the spotlight. This ultra-dark, competition-ready formula ensures a streak-free, long-lasting bronze that looks flawless under bright lights and cameras.
✨ Why Elite Glow?
✔ Stage-Ready Color – Deep, rich bronze perfect for competition lighting.
✔ Sweat-Resistant Formula – Won’t fade under pressure.
✔ Flawless & Even – No streaks, no orange tones—just a natural, competition-winning glow.
✔ Perfect for Cheerleaders – Designed to enhance muscle definition and give you a confident, head-turning look.
WILL I TURN ORANGE?
No, absolutely not! Our solutions are made of the highest quality, natural ingredients and all of our technicians have also been trained and certified to ensure the best, most natural-looking tans.
WHAT DO I NEED TO DO BEFORE I COME?
Before your appointment: Your spray tan appointment should come after all other beauty appointments. In the days leading up to your appointment, be sure you are moisturizing at least once a day so your skin is nice and hydrated!
If you are planning to get any other treatment done the week of your spray tan appointment, please adhere to these guidelines:
3+ days before: complete all massages, facials, dermaplaning and waxing. Be sure you’re hydrating your skin well (from the inside out – drink your water!) so that your skin is at it’s best when you come in for your appointment.
2 days before: Get your manicures and pedicures done.
Then, 24 hours before your appointment: Make sure you properly exfoliate and remove all unwanted hair. If using an exfoliant, please make sure it is oil- free. You must exfoliate and remove all dead skin prior to your appointment to ensure your spray tan develops evenly. Be sure you allow at least 24 hours between exfoliating and your appointment as exfoliating raises the skin’s pH level and you need to allow enough time for it to return its natural level for best spray tan results.
Day of your appointment: Please come with clean skin free of perfumes, deodorants, and lotions as all of these can affect your results. Plan to wear loose, dark clothing after your appointment – no leggings or bras. If it’s raining, please wear a jacket, pants, and closed toed shoes and bring an umbrella.
During your appointment: Get ready for a luxury, comfortable experience that will give you the ultimate glow up. We will discuss your tan goals, I will mix your custom color, spray you, dry you, then you can get dressed. Most appointments take about 30 minutes or less. While you are getting sprayed you can wear whatever you are comfortable with: you can go completely naked or wear underwear, disposable underwear, or your bathing suit. The choice is yours. I’m comfortable with whatever you’re comfortable with.
WHAT DO I NEED TO DO AFTER MY TAN?
After your appointment:
Day of your appointment: While your tan is developing and before your first rinse, it is important to stay completely dry (avoid sweating and water), wear loose clothing that does not stick to the skin, and avoid resting your hands on the developing tan.
Please plan to shower within the timeframe discussed. If you chose a rapid tan, be sure to shower within 2-4 hours after your appointment. If you chose a classic tan, you can shower 8 hours after your appointment or any time after. Remember the first shower after your appointment is just a rinse (no soap!) During your first shower you may notice the bronzer (make-up) from the solution rising off down the drain, this is normal.
Day after your appointment: Avoid using soaps and lotions until at least 24 hours after your appointment. DHA (the active ingredient in spray tan solutions) continues to develop on the skin for 24 hours after applied, therefore, using lotions or soaps within that timeframe can affect results.
2-10 days after your appointment: Your spray tan can last up to 10 days if properly cared for. For best results, avoid shaving, exfoliating, and soaking the skin in water (pools, baths, hot tubs) while the tan is fresh. To maintain your tan, be sure to hydrate and moisturize daily using our suggested spray tan-safe products.
Other reminders: Be sure to hydrate inside and out everyday. This is very important in order to get the most out of your tan. Drink tons of water and use lots of spray tan-safe lotion.
Protect your skin! A spray tan provides absolutely no sun protection, so be sure to use your sunscreen.
Ingredients to avoid: mineral oils, alcohols, fragrances, and sulfates as all of these can strip the tan.
Once your tan has faded, exfoliate and come and see me again!
HOW LONG WILL MY TANNING SESSION TAKE?
The entire process takes about 10-15 minutes, from start to finish.
HOW LONG WILL MY TAN LAST?
The typical spray tan will last 7-10 days with proper care and upkeep.
WHAT ARE SOME SPRAY TAN-SAFE PRODUCTS?
Want to get the most out of your tan?! Below is a list of post-tan products we sell to maintain your tan as long as possible. Be sure to pick yours up at your next appointment.
Body Wash, $20: A body cleanser packed with spray tan-safe, moisturizing agents that leave skin clean, hydrated and healthy to prolong a sunless glow. This wash will not strip the skin of its natural components and will prolong the life of the tan. It is a vanilla lavender scent.
Tan Extender, $25: A hydrating daily moisturizer that gives added life and vibrancy to any tan. Suited for all skin types, this Tan Extend lotion contains a hint of DHA that will help build and keep your just off the beach tan. It is a Pineapple Scent.
Tanning Water, $30: The perfect tanning water for your face, neck, decollete and hands. These areas of our spray tans fade faster than others. This fabulous 4 oz. bottle of spray will give you the perfect amount of DHA to pump up those areas that fade so quickly. The color will develop within 8 hours. This long-lasting tanning water will really hang in there for you! Made for the true tan lover!
Hempz Lotion: Moisturize and soften skin with Hempz natural lotion infused with pure hemp seed oil. 100% pure hemp seed oil helps protect skin with omega fatty acids & lock in moisture to keep your skin hydrated and your tan fresh!
