Tanning Products

Tanning at home and professional spray tanning require different products, so start with how you plan to apply your tan and how quickly you want the colour to develop. Mousses, foams, mists, oils and drops suit home tanning, while tanning milks and tan extenders help build colour gradually. Express and one-hour formulas are useful when time matters, while salons can choose professional tanning solutions, spray-tan equipment and application accessories.

AMR stocks tanning products from Black Magic, Lycon, Moroccan Tan, Natural Look, Nikki Mitchell, Outer Ego and Glow By Beca. You can also explore body care products for skin preparation and aftercare.

Self Tanning Products for Home

Self tanning products give you the flexibility to tan when it suits you. AMR stocks foams, mousses, gradual tanning products, face and body drops, dry oils and instant tanning options.

Choose a format based on how you prefer to apply your tan:

• Mousses and foams: Easy options for covering larger areas.

• Face and body drops: Useful when you want more control over colour intensity.

• Gradual tan: Suitable for building colour over several applications.

• Dry oils: Offer an alternative format for instant self-tanning.

• Express formulas: Designed for routines where development time matters.

Professional Tanning Products

Professional tanning products are designed for salons providing spray-tan services. Along with the solution itself, you may need suitable equipment and accessories for a complete setup.

AMR stocks professional tanning solutions in larger formats from ranges including Lycon, Moroccan Tan, Black Magic and Summer Kiss.

When choosing a professional solution, consider:

• Colour strength: Select a formula that suits the desired depth of colour.

• Application method: Make sure the solution works with your spray-tan setup.

• Development time: Consider how long clients are comfortable waiting.

• Range of shades: Multiple options can help you tailor appointments to individual clients.

Spray Tan Equipment and Accessories

A professional spray-tan setup involves more than the tanning solution. Suitable equipment and accessories can make appointments easier to manage and keep the application process organised.

AMR stocks tanning machines, including spray-tan machines and guns.

Useful accessories include:

• Tanning gloves

• Exfoliating mitts

• Finishing brushes and powder

• Blending brushes

• Disposable garments

• Sticky feet

• Spray-tan tents

Prepare Your Skin 

Skin preparation is an important step before applying tanning products. Dry or uneven skin can make colour develop unevenly, especially around the elbows, knees, and ankles.

Before tanning:

1. Exfoliate to remove built-up dead skin.

2. Moisturise dry areas as part of your preparation.

3. Let your skin settle before applying your tan.

4. Apply to clean, dry skin for a more even base.

AMR stocks tanning-specific exfoliating mitts, including the Lycon X-IT Exfoliating Mitt and Black Magic Tan Exfoliator Mitt.

For extra preparation and aftercare, explore body scrubs and other body care essentials to help keep your skin smooth and moisturised.

How to Apply Tanning Products

For mousse or foam, work across the body in sections and blend as you go. Avoid applying too much product in one area, particularly where the skin tends to be drier.

Take extra care around the hands, feet, knees and elbows. Use less product in these areas and blend carefully to avoid a heavier result. For the face, choose a suitable facial tanning product or drops if you want more control over the colour.

A tanning mitt can help spread the product more evenly while keeping your palms cleaner. If you are using an express or one-hour formula, follow the recommended development and rinse time on the product.

Maintain Your Tan

Your post-tanning routine can affect how evenly the colour fades. Keep your skin moisturised and avoid harsh exfoliation immediately after tanning.

For ongoing maintenance:

• Moisturise regularly.

• Avoid unnecessary exfoliation while maintaining your colour.

• Gently exfoliate when the tan begins to fade.

• Use a tan extender when you want to maintain colour between applications.

• Prepare the skin again before your next tan.

AMR stocks options such as Nikki Mitchell Coconut Tan Extender Gradual Tan for maintaining colour between applications.