How
does Mystic Tan® deliver the perfect tan?
The Mystic Tan® booth utilizes a spray-on process designed to deliver
a customized sunless tanning application to each individual based on
their body size, skin type and desired color. For each individual profile,
three tanning level options are available to produce optimal results.
Inside the Mystic Tan®, room the tanner simply disrobes and enters
the booth. With the push of a button, the session begins with a fine mist
of aloe vera enriched sunless-tanning solution being sprayed through our
patented MagneTan® nozzles.
The MagneTan® technology ensures uniform coverage over the entire
body. Our proprietary sunless tanning solution instantly transforms
into a quick, natural-looking tan that continues to darken throughout
the day. A perfectly uniform, natural-looking tan in less than 60 seconds!
Skin Preparation
The condition of your skin plays a key role in the application process
and tanning results.
Step 1: exfoliate and moistureize your skin before your session
Step 2: Moistureize your skin (with a water based only product) after
every bath or shower to increase the life of your tan.
Step 3: repeating step 1 before every session will ensure a flawless looking
tan.
What are the primary components in
the Mystic Tan® tanning solution?
The solution has three primary components: bronzer, DHA, and aloe vera.
The bronzer is a water-soluble cosmetic dye designed to produce an instant
tan. The bronzer tan remains on the skin until it is washed off in a shower
or bath. The brown bronzer color can be seen in the bath water but will
not stain because it is completely water-soluble.
The DHA (dihydroxyacetone) is the component that creates the longer-term
tanning effect. DHA is a safe, simple molecule that has been used in food
and cosmetics for decades. When applied to the skin, DHA reacts with the
proteins and amino acids in the skin's superficial layer to form a golden
brown color. It will begin to darken 2 to 3 hours after application, but
it reaches its peak color within 24 hours. The DHA color and intensity
will be very close to that produced initially by the bronzer. The DHA
tan will begin to fade within 4 to 5 days. To maintain an optimal tan,
an individual should tan every 4 to 5 days.
The aloe vera liquid is a natural moisturizer that comprises over 65%
of the total solution.
What should I wear in the Mystic Tan® tanning booth?
Many people don't wear anything. The room is completely private, and if
you would like to tan in the nude, it is perfectly acceptable. However,
if you do wear a bathing suit, underwear, or anything else, please be
aware that whatever you wear may become stained. The bronzer used for
your initial color is water-soluble and should wash out of anything you
wear, but the DHA contained in the solution may cause permanent stains
on any clothing you wear inside the booth.
If I tan in the Mystic Tan® tanning booth,
can I also tan in tanning beds and in the sun?
Yes. There is nothing in the Mystic Tan® tanning solution that would
prevent you from tanning in tanning beds or in the sun. In fact, a number
of customers have found that tanning with UV rays and the Mystic Tan®
tanning solution actually gives them a better overall tan. If you do plan
to use a tanning bed and the Mystic Tan® booth in the same day, we
recommend that you tan in the tanning bed first. Remember, however, that
the Mystic Tan® tan does not provide any protection from UV rays.
Will I be wet when I step out of the Mystic Tan®
tanning booth?
The mist applied in the Mystic Tan® tanning booth is very fine,
much like the mist floating in the air on a foggy day. By the time
you step out of the booth, most of the mist will have dried, but there
may still be a few moist areas on the skin. You may see small droplets
clinging to body hair on your arms or legs. This remaining moisture
can be removed quite easily by toweling dry. Do not worry about wiping
off the solution with the towel. Toweling does not streak the tan and
any solution that comes off on the towel was excess and will not lessen
or otherwise affect your tan. Just towel off the same way you do when
you take a shower. Be sure you have toweled off all moist areas before
dressing.
How long after a Mystic Tan® tanning
session before I can put my clothes back on?
Once you have towel dried there is little chance of the bronzer or
DHA getting on your clothes. If you pursue any strenuous physical activity
after your Mystic Tan® tanning session, perspiration may cause
some of the bronzer to transfer to your clothing. Since the bronzer
is completely water-soluble, it will wash out.
How long do I have to wait after a Mystic
Tan® tanning session
before I can take a shower?
We recommend that you wait at least 4 hours after tanning to give the
DHA enough time to fully set. If you shower earlier, you may diminish
the intensity of the tan. When you do shower, the initial tan created
by the water-soluble bronzer will wash off, but the DHA will remain and
create your long-term tan.
Can I go swimming after tanning in the
Mystic Tan® booth?
You should not swim or shower for a minimum of 4 hours after tanning
in the Mystic Tan® booth. Swimming in chlorinated water at any time can
bleach the Mystic Tan® and possible cause streaking.
Because of my fair skin, I have never
been able to tan before.
Will the Mystic Tan® tanning booth give me a tan?
Yes. The Mystic Tan® tanning booth was designed specifically for
individuals who cannot or do not want to tan conventionally.
Will it turn me orange?
No! In the past, self-tanners gave many individuals an unnatural orange
glow and caused streaking. Most of these undesirable results were caused
by improper or ineffective application techniques. Applying cremes
and lotions by hand usually results in excessive amounts being absorbed
in the skin. Excessive amounts applied in a single application can
give an orange glow to the skin. Unnatural dark spots may also appear
in dry or thick skin areas such as elbows, knees, and knuckles because
they have a tendency to absorb more of the creme or lotion. Hand held
spray-on applicators tend to run and cause streaking. The misting technology
used to apply the Mystic Tan® tanning solution assures that all
areas of the body receive a uniform coating of the solution in the
exact amount necessary to produce a golden brown tan.
Has anyone had an allergic reaction
to the chemicals used in the Mystic Tan® tanning solution?
All of the components of the Mystic Tan® tanning solution have been
used in cosmetics and food products for decades and have been proven to
be safe for use on the skin. If you have had previous allergic reactions
to self-tanning lotions or cosmetics, you may want to do a "patch
test" by putting a small amount of Mystic Tan® solution on
a small area of skin to test for possible reactions.
Are there ways to enhance the Mystic
Tan® results?
Yes. Applying a water-based moisturizer prior to tanning helps the
skin absorb the Mystic Tan® tanning solution. Using a moisturizer
frequently will help the tan last longer. You should not apply any
moisturizers or lotions to the skin after tanning until the DMA has
had time to set, usually 4 to 6 hours. Certain types of moisturizers
or lotions applied during this period could cause streaking of the
DHA.
Who should use the Mystic Tan® booth?
Everyone! Self-Tanners, Non-Tanners, ExTanners, Current Tanners |
