As a professional spray-tanning artist, selecting the right spray-tan solution for your client is crucial for delivering a stunning, natural-looking tan. NUDA sunless tanning solutions, with DHA (Dihydroxyacetone) concentrations ranging from 6% to 14%, provide options for creating both lighter and darker results. Understanding how to choose the appropriate DHA level for each client is key to achieving optimal results and ensuring client satisfaction.
Understanding DHA Levels and Skin Tones
DHA is the active ingredient in sunless tanning products that reacts with the amino acids in the skin to produce a tan. The percentage of DHA in a Classic solution determines the depth of the color, as well as how long they keep on a Rapid Tan for
- 6% to 8% DHA (Or 1-2 hours): Ideal for lighter, more natural-looking tans on fair to medium skin tones.
- 9% to 12% DHA (Or 3-4 hours): Suitable for medium to dark skin tones, offering a deeper tan.
- 13% to 14% DHA (Or 5+ hours): Best for darker skin tones or clients seeking a very deep tan.
Choosing the right solution is more than just matching the client's skin tone. It's about understanding their natural undertones and their desired outcome. A client with cool undertones may look best with a different solution than one with warm undertones, even if they have similar skin tones.
Remember: Green bronzers are best for clients with red undertones, Violet bronzers are best for clients with yellow/olive undertones, and brown undertones are suitable for everyone!
Customizing the Tan Experience
As a spray-tanning artist, your role involves educating clients about the best color selections for their skin tones and managing their expectations. Here's how to ensure a customized and satisfying experience for your clients:
- Assess Natural Skin Tone and Undertones: Evaluate your client's natural complexion and undertones. Use this information to guide your choice of DHA concentration or bronzer base.
- Discuss Aesthetic Goals: Understand your client's desired tan intensity. While it's important to meet their expectations, it's equally important to recommend the right solution to avoid unnatural or orange results.
- Educate Your Clients: Explain why certain solutions are better suited for their skin. For example, a very pale client seeking a dark tan may end up with an unnatural look if the darkest solution is used. Suggest starting with a lighter shade and gradually going darker in subsequent sessions.
- Monitor and Adjust: Keep detailed records of the solutions used, including any mixtures or additives. This will help you recreate the desired shade in future appointments or adjust the formula to meet changing preferences.
Practical Tips for Spray-Tanning Artists
- Start Light, Go Darker Gradually: Begin with a lighter solution, especially for new clients. This approach allows you to build the tan gradually and ensures client satisfaction.
- Track Client Preferences: Maintain a record of the solutions and mixes used for each client. This not only helps in providing consistent results but also builds client trust and loyalty.
- Utilize NUDA’s Online Quiz: Take advantage of NUDA's online quiz to determine the best solution for your client. The quiz considers factors like skin type, undertone, occasion, and required rinse time.
By carefully selecting the right spray tan solution and educating your clients, you can deliver a personalized and satisfying tanning experience. Remember you can always mix your classic solution to reach those in-between levels as well as mix rapids to customize the bronzer bases to compliment each client's skin tone!
