Sunless Tanning &
Mystic Tan Questions

What is Mystic Tan™? Mystic Tan® is UV Free and utilizes a spray on process designed to deliver a sunless tanning application combining bronzer, DHA and an Aloe Vera tanning solution to instantly transform your skin into a natural looking tan in less than 60 seconds.

What is DHA? DHA is dihydroxyacetone, a carbohydrate compound approved by the FDA for use in externally applied sunless tanning solutions. DHA is usually derived from a vegetable source like beets or sugar cane; and has long been used as a color additive for cosmetic application to the skin. Most over the counter make-up products you purchase contain DHA.

Will It Turn Me Orange? No! We use only Premium Mystic Tan Solution that is guaranteed not to turn you orange. Mystic Tan tanning solution assures that all areas of the body get a uniform coating of the solution in the exact quantity required to produce a golden brown tan.

How long do I have to wait after I tan to have a shower or swim? The minimum required time to wait before showering or swimming is 4-6 hours. For best results, we recommend no showering, excessive sweating or exposure to water for at least 12 hours.

If you wash off the solution earlier you may diminish the intensity of the tan. The bronzer will wash off immediately because it is water soluble but the DHA will remain on your skin and the colour will intensify reaching its maximum colour within 24 hours.

If using Mystic Tan can I also use tanning beds?
Yes! There is nothing in the mystic tan solution that prevents you from tanning in the beds or in the sun. A number of customers have found that tanning with UV rays and the Mystic Tan tanning solution has given them a better overall tan.

Are there ways to enhance my Mystic Tans? Yes! By applying a water based moisturizer prior to tanning will actually help the skin absorb the Mystic Tan solution. Moisturizing the skin frequently also helps the tan last longer. Ask one of our Tanning Consultants about our Mystic Tan Line of Products available to you in the salon.

How Many Times do I need to tan with Mystic Tan to achieve my desired colour? You will be tanned after just one session, but it may take an additional session or two to achieve your desired colour. There are 3 different levels of colour intensity to choose from, this allows tanners to choose which colour is just perfect for them.

I Have Fair Skin; will Mystic Tan give me a Tan? Yes! Mystic Tan was designed specifically for individuals who can’t or don’t want to tan conventionally.

See also our Frequently Asked Questions and Answers on Traditional UV Tanning.