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sunbed

 

Sunbeds can be a safe, fast and effective way of obtaining a natural looking, healthy tan. The advantage of a professional skincare environment providing advice and suitable creams for protection is available

to keep your skin in good condition while you tan. We use a fast-tan lie-down sunbed with the latest 160-watt technology with optional face and leg boosters. Using only the best brand tubes and integral body cooling system giving a more comfortable, superior tan. Shower facilities are available if required with fresh towels and robes.

6min £2.40 / 9min £3.60 /12min £4.80 /15min £6.00

 

 

spray tanning

 

full body tan  £25.00 (includes body scrub, tan extender & moisturiser sachets)

full body top-up tan £15.00

Why are ‘1000’s of women choosing a Sienna X tan every day?

Your sun tan is probably your most important beauty accessory, making you look and feel fantastic, whatever the weather, whatever you wear. So it makes sense to choose the leading spray tan – Sienna X - giving you a gorgeous bronzed look, that will look stunning with every outfit! And remember – your Sienna X spray tan means you don’t damage your skin with the aging effects of the sun. So look gorgeous for longer – with Sienna X.

What is spray tanning? Why does it work?

Spray tanning involves applying an active ingredient, dihydroxyacetone, or DHA, to your skin using a specialist low pressure spraying machine. DHA is a colourless sugar. It interacts with the proteins and amino acids in the outer layer of your skin to produce a golden brown colour (it's a similar process to when sliced apples go brown when exposed to air). You will be sprayed in a lightly coloured solution of DHA, but the actual tan takes 6-8 hours to develop and the lightly coloured solutions will wash off when showering leaving you with a faultless, natural looking tan. Your therapist will tell you how long to wait until you can bath or shower.

Is it safe?

YES. It is MUCH safer than exposing your skin to the sun's rays, but you still get that great tanned look. DHA has been approved by the FDA for use in the personal care industry for over 20 years. No adverse effects have been reported other than minor skin irritations on allergic people. Allergic reactions are extremely rare and if you have experienced allergic reactions to self-tanning or other beauty products please arrange a skin patch test first with your therapist. Remember, with a sunless tan - there NO risk of sunburn, peeling, sunstroke or other sun-related skin diseases.

How long does my sunless tan last?

Your tan will last approximately 5-7 days depending on your daily skincare regime and lifestyle. A sunless tan fades just like a tan from the sun. As your skin sheds dead cells, your tan will fade. So the key is to moisturise with moisturiser daily. For best results use Sienna X eXceptional radiance moisturising balm available in salon. You can also maximise your tan using the Sienna X eXtend and perfect gradual tan which is also available in salon.

Can you use tanning beds or tan outdoors with a spray tan?

YES. You can do both if you choose, but you need to remember that a spray tan, whilst it looks gorgeous, does not give any protection from the sun's ultraviolet light. For outdoor tanning, we recommend using a sunscreen with an SPF of 20 or more. Remember that the sun dries your skin out, reducing longevity of your spray tan. Lots of people have tried a spray tan before their beach holiday, so they can start off looking tanned and fabulous from day one!

What do I need to do to prepare for my tanning session?

To get the best results from your spray tan, you need to remove your dead skin cells by exfoliating we recommended the Sienna X eXquisitely soft body polish. This means the DHA solution can get straight to work on new skin cells, and gives you a longer lasting tan. Make-up and deodorants can also inhibit absorption and should be removed before tanning. Do not use moisturisers just before being tanned as they can act a barrier to the solution too.

Why is a spray tan by a therapist better than a misting booth or hands-on application tan?

Everywhere you look, there are promises of a smooth flawless professional tan, but only one treatment can truly deliver: the spray tan by a therapist. Why? Misting booths mean you have to contort your body within the booth to cover each area. One wrong twist by you can spell a double spraying (extra colour) or no spray (no colour). Neither you or the booth has any control over where the product ends up, and how your tan will look. Hand application often result in a streaky coloration. If it's you that's doing the application, not only will you probably get stained hands, but it's very difficult to get the application where you want it, especially on your back, or where to see where you've already applied it. Spray tanning with a quality product, and done by a trained therapist, gives you a precision tan, applied smoothly and equally. Special care can be given to problem areas such as knees, elbows, hair and blemishes. Giving you a tan to be proud of.

What will happen during my treatment?

On your very first tanning session, your therapist will ask you a number of questions and then fill in a consultation card for you. Then your therapist will give you a few minutes to get undressed (or change into your underwear - disposable underwear is available) and remove jewellery. Next a barrier cream will be applied to your hands and tops of your feet and any dry areas to prevent them from tanning too much. The spraying will take about 10 minutes plus an additional few minutes to dry. For spraying, you will be invited to stand in a tanning cubicle, to ensure the spray goes on your skin and not into the air. Your therapist is experienced and qualified, and will explain what is happening at each stage. During your treatment you will see a golden/bronze colour on your skin. This is a guide for your therapist to see whilst spraying. It will develop over the next few hours into a gorgeous sunless tan. Some of the guide colour may wash off during your initial shower.

Do I have to get naked?

NO. It is entirely up to you. We suggest you wear your old dark underwear or swimming suit/bikini that you don't mind staining. For men, boxers, swim trunks or shorts. Our therapist stock disposable underwear for you to use.

How dark will I get?

There are different strengths of DHA and your therapist will advise you of the best one for your skin tone, bearing in mind how dark you want to go. The darker you tan naturally, the darker you will tan with a spray tan. Some people like to keep a year-round light golden tan, but if you want a really deep, dark and longer lasting tan, we suggest you get our double exposure treatment. Simply book a second tanning appointment within 48 hours of your first appointment.

What should I wear for after my treatment?

Wear loose fitting dark coloured clothing and flip-flops as some of the bronzer can rub off on your clothing and shoes can cause your feet to perspire, affecting the final results. Natural fibres like 100% cotton T-shirts, sweats and baggies are best. Any colour that does rub off on your clothes can be washed out during a normal wash cycle. Bear in mind that any materials have the potential to stain.

What about streaking/turning orange?

Fake tanning has come a long way since the early days. Better solutions, machines, training and spray tan technology virtually eliminates these issues. Your trained therapist is experienced in producing non-streaky tans and will ensure that the right solution is chosen for your colouring. We have a range of beautiful colours to choose from for a natural sun-kissed look and long-lasting results.

Who should not get a spray tan?

Women who are in their first trimester of pregnancy, anyone who is allergic to self-tan or who has breathing difficulties, If in doubt or if you have further questions, please speak to your therapist before your appointment

 

Sienna X pre tan exfoliating sprtiz +£6.00

A light exfoliating treatment sprayed over the whole of the body just before the tan. Dry off with clean dry towel, leaves you with perfect clean skin for a flawless tan. Ideal if your coming striaght from work and have no time to shower.

 

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