Before
Visiting the Tanning Salon
Are
there ways to enhance the Mystic Tan results?
To
achieve the perfect sunless tan you should always follow two
simple steps: Exfoliate and Hydrate. Follow these
two steps the day of or the night before you tan:
Step 1.
Exfoliate your skin in
bath or shower by massaging an exfoliant gel onto the skin with
a washcloth or sponge. Concentrate on rough areas such as elbows,
knees and ankles, then rinse clean. This removal of dead skin
cells will give you a fresh, even surface to tan, which will
increase the life and evenness of your Mystic Tan.
Step 2.
Always hydrate your skin
after exfoliation by using a moisturizing lotion. If desired,
lotion can be applied again on the day of your tan. Applying
lotion in between your Mystic Tan sessions will increase the
life and luster of your tan. Avoid using lotion directly after
your Mystic Tan session.
Specially formulated
Mystic Tan products work
in conjunction with the Mystic Tan process.
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The
Tanning Process
What
should I wear in the Mystic Tan Booth?
Most people wear
nothing. Since the room is completely private, going for an
all-over tan is completely up to you. However, if you do wear
a bathing suit or underwear, please note that it may become
stained. The Insta-Color BronzerTM we use in our
BronzMystTM is water-soluble and should wash out,
but the DHA may permanently stain what you wear during the tanning
session.
What happens
if the Mystic Tan myst gets in my eyes?
Mystic Tan tanning
myst has been thoroughly tested by a third-party lab and the
results showed no eye or skin irritation. Mystic Tan tanning
myst has been used in over three million tanning sessions with
no adverse reactions documented.
What happens
if I inhale any of the Mystic Tan myst?
While no one
should purposely inhale or ingest the Mystic Tan myst, it is
known that DHA (the active tanning ingredient) is a non-hazardous
compound and causes no adverse reaction in moderate quantities
when applied topically or even ingested. DHA has been used as
a diet supplement in sports nutrition and is non-carcinogenic.
Testing has further shown that DHA is less toxic than aspirin,
caffeine and even common table salt. Based on our research,
the maximum amount of DHA that could accidentally be ingested
or breathed during a one minute Mystic Tan sunless tanning session
would be .05 milligrams (equivalent to less than one grain of
common table salt). Ingesting this minimal amount of DHA should
pose no health risk to the consumer.
Should I cover
my hair while tanning in the Mystic Tan tanning booth?
Many customers
wear a disposable shower cap, provided by the salon, to keep
tanning myst from getting into their hair. Other customers tan
without covering their hair. The Mystic Tan tanning myst does
not penetrate the hair follicle.
Are there
any optional precautions I can use with the Mystic Tan booth?
When applying
DHA sunless products in a spray or mist, it may be difficult
to avoid exposure to eyes, lips or guard against accidental
inhalation of the tanning mist. Mystic Tan, Inc. and the FDA
recommends that users cover the area of the eyes with standard
UV tanning eyewear, protect the lips with lip balm and use a
nose filter to protect membranes in the nasal passages, as well
as avoid inhaling or ingesting the product.
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After
You Tan
Will
my skin be wet when I step out of the Mystic Tan tanning booth?
The myst applied
in the Mystic Tan tanning booth is moist and very fine. Tiny
droplets remaining on your arms or legs after the session are
easily removed by toweling dry. Don't worry about wiping off
the myst. Toweling won't streak your tan, and any myst that
wipes onto the towel is excess and will not affect your tan.
Just towel off the same way you do when you take a shower. Be
sure to towel off completely before getting dressed.
How long should
I wait after a tanning session before showering?
To give the DHA
enough time to fully set, we recommend waiting a minimum of
4 hours after tanning. Showering sooner may diminish the intensity
of the tan. If you tanned using BronzMyst, the Insta-Color Bronzer
will wash off in the shower, but the DHA that creates your longer-lasting
tan will remain.
Does Mystic
Tan tanning myst have any smell after contact with my skin?
Some people notice
a slight starchy smell on their skin a few hours after a tanning
session. This is simply the DHA reacting to proteins in your
skin and it fades away fairly quickly.
Will swimming
affect my tan?
Swimming in chlorinated
water or salt water can fade the Mystic Tan results, cause possible
streaking and will diminish the length of your tan. However,
normal activities such as bathing, showering or physical activities
will not affect the quality of the tan.
How quickly
can I get dressed after a Mystic Tan tanning session?
Once you've towel
dried, there's little chance of any bronzer or DHA getting on
your clothes. If you perspire soon after your Mystic Tan tanning
session, some of the bronzer may transfer to your clothing.
Since the bronzer is completely water-soluble it will wash out.
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Other Common
Questions
What
is the Mystic Tan booth?
The Mystic TanTM
booth is a private, self-contained unit that employs a revolutionary
spray process to apply a uniform amount of tanning myst to the
entire body in just seconds. When the tanning session is complete,
the tanner simply steps out of the booth, towels off any excess
myst, dresses and exits. The result is a smooth, natural-looking
tan.
What is MagneTan
technology?
MagneTanTM
technology is our patented process that uses the human body's
own magnetic properties to attract Mystic Tan tanning myst to
every exposed surface of the skin.
When genuine Mystic Tan tanning myst passes through the spray
nozzles in a Mystic Tan booth, the micro-particles of myst are
polarized, taking on the characteristics of "tiny magnets."
These particles adhere evenly to the skin to create a smooth,
natural-looking tan.
Will my skin
look orange?
Not at all. Before
Mystic Tan, most self-tanners were creams and lotions applied
by hand. That meant inconsistent coverage. Too much lotion applied
in one place left the skin looking orange. Not enough lotion
left unattractive streaks. Hand held spray-on applicators tend
to run and also cause streaking.
Our MagneTan technology ensures that a uniform micro-spray of
Mystic Tan tanning myst covers the entire body in the exact
amount required to produce a natural-looking tan.
If I tan in
the Mystic Tan tanning booth, can I also tan in tanning beds
and in the sun?
Yes. There is
nothing in the Mystic Tan tanning myst that would prevent you
from tanning in tanning beds or the sun. In fact, a number of
customers have found that tanning with UV rays and the Mystic
Tan tanning myst actually gives them a better overall tan. If
you plan to use a tanning bed and the Mystic Tan booth in the
same day, we recommend that you use the tanning bed first. Remember,
however, that the Mystic Tan tan does not give you any protection
from UV rays.
I have fair
skin and have never been able to tan. Will I look tan after
a Mystic Tan tanning session?
The Mystic Tan
tanning booth was designed specifically for individuals who
can't or prefer not to tan conventionally.
Can I use
the Mystic Tan booth if I am pregnant?
We recommend
consulting with your doctor before proceeding with a Mystic
Tan tanning session.
Has anyone
had an allergic reaction to Mystic Tan tanning myst?
The components
we use in our myst have been successfully used in cosmetics
and food products for decades, and are proven safe for use on
the skin. If you've had previous allergic reactions to self-tanning
lotions or cosmetics, you may want to do a "patch test"
first. Put a small amount of Mystic Tan tanning myst on a small
area of your skin to test for possible reactions.
What's in
Mystic Tan tanning myst?
All Mystic Tan
tanning mysts contain the following:
DHA: this is what produces a long-term tan. The use of
DHA has been FDA-approved for decades as an external tanning
agent. When applied, DHA reacts with proteins in the skin's
superficial layer to form a golden brown color. Your skin begins
to darken two to three hours after application and reaches its
peak color within 24 hours. The color will gradually fade through
natural exfoliation, just like a tan from the sun. To maintain
optimal color, you'll want to tan every four to five days.
Moisturizers: helps carry the DHA deeper into the skin
and promotes a softer, smoother finish. Mystic Tan tanning myst
contains Aloe Vera, a natural moisturizer that helps skin draw
moisture to the surface. Aloe Vera also softens the skin and
helps smooth wrinkles.
Mystic Tan's BronzMystTM formula also contains
Insta-Color BronzerTM, a water-soluble, brown-tinted
dye that produces an instant tan. The bronzer washes off in
the shower or bath, without affecting your overall tan.
Mystic Tan's ClearMystTM formula contains
no bronzer at all, so it goes on clear, yet, darkens within
hours and results in an even, dark, natural-looking tan.
How many Mystic
Tan tanning sessions will I need to achieve the color I want?
You'll be tan
after one session, but it may take additional sessions to achieve
your desired color. Once you reach your ideal color, you should
be able to maintain it by tanning every four to five days.
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The Mystic Tan UV-free spray-on tanning booth is
designed to deliver a customized sunless tanning application to
each customer based on their body size, skin type, and desired
color. Offers
a perfectly uniform, natural-looking tan in less than 60
seconds!
