Chlorine, sweat, compression, ice baths: your training calendar is full of things that end a tan early. Bring the schedule and Jana will plan the days around it with you.
Athletes tend to know their skin well because they watch it closely. Sweat and friction are the main challenges, and every appointment is timed around your calendar.
Heavy sweating during development can carry formula across the skin and leave streaks. The first 24 hours should be free of hard training, and Unity NR, which the manufacturer describes as sweat-resistant, is often a good choice.
Clients often notice that chlorine and long soaks shorten a tan's life. Salt water is gentler, but long exposure still speeds fading. Rinse promptly after swimming and moisturize.
Many athletes find that a lighter, more frequent approach, keeping a steady base rather than going deep, suits their routine best.
Roughly in order. Build your training week around the top of the list, whether it runs through Nisene Marks above Aptos or the hills of Bonny Doon.
Can carry formula across the skin and leave streaks or patches, particularly where sweat collects and clothing rubs.
Heat speeds development, so keep it out of the development window.
Clients often notice that chlorine and long soaks shorten a tan. Rinse promptly afterward and moisturize.
Gentler than chlorine, but long exposure still speeds fading, and sand is abrasive.
Tight fabric during development can leave pale lines. Keep to loose clothing until your first shower.
Loofahs, rough towels, foam rolling and climbing out of ice baths all work like exfoliation. Pat dry.
Can lift a little color as it peels. Remove it gently.
Residue causes uneven color under the arms. Arrive without it and apply it after your appointment.
Stage lighting and competition floors wash out color, so performers often need more depth than everyday life calls for.
Preferences about undertone vary between photographers, directors and judges, so discuss yours with Jana before the appointment.
Gentle glove exfoliation at every shower, regular moisturizing, water and sunscreen. Ideally, shave or wax at least a day before your tan.
Two coats in one appointment, timed one to two days before so the color has fully developed and the first rinse has evened out the bronzer. Rinse in 8 to 12 hours.
No hard training, heat or swimming while the color develops. Loose, dark clothing and no compression.
Unity NR for the training block. Ultra Dark for the stage. Rapid Development is a good fit too when the schedule is tight.
A short list either way: what keeps things easy, and what to save until the first day has passed.
Book online, or call or text with your show date and division and Jana will help you plan the timing.
