
aarnold93
- Dec 28, 2020
5 Reasons Why Your Tan Is Orange
You want a nice, summer glow — not to look like a glass of juice. Yup. We get it. Getting a tan shouldn’t be that difficult and the good news is that it’s not! It’s all about finding the right tan technician and having the right information. For those who are just beginning on their journey to tan, we’ve got the (g)lowdown on why your skin might be orange and how you can fix it. #1: There’s no such thing as too much tan, right? WRONG. Any good tan technician will tell you tha

aarnold93
- Dec 28, 2020
What a tan can really do!
Spray tanning isn’t anything new. It’s something men and women have been flocking to salons for years in order to obtain that instant gratification of beautifully bronzed skin. This form of tanning, however, is usually marketed towards lighter skinned people. Nothing wrong with that either, as spray tans help fair skin recapture their golden summer hues. But spray tan artists can't tell you how many times they we have heard an excuse not to sunless tan based off the person's

aarnold93
- Dec 28, 2020
Going without deodorant stinks!
We all know wearing deodorant is a big no-no on spray tan day, but do you know WHY? Well, unless you are auditioning your pits for the next live action Shrek movie, you are not going to love your spray tan results when wearing traditional DO. The aluminum found in most deodorants can react with the spray tan solution to create the most glorious shades of highlighter green. The reaction is instant, and while it does typically buff out in the shower and return to normal, rockin

aarnold93
- Dec 28, 2020
Why go pro with your products?
Not all tans are created equal. Let's just say it. But how can you know if the glow you are after is the best?The easiest way is to make sure it's a professional-grade product. Professional products are only sold to those in the industry or who have been specially selected to learn the brand and uphold the standards. Professional-grade spray tan solutions are using the highest-quality ingredients, have done the proper Research & Development (R&D) testing, and are only sold on

aarnold93
- Dec 28, 2020
Wedding Season is Here
With the 2018 wedding season officially here, we thought what better way than to showcase the latest trends for you. In our latest collaboration, we teamed up with an amazing group of industry professionals to bring you some of our most stunning work yet. Check out the magic here! Design || Leila Riggin & Leah Adkins
Photography || Leah Adkins Photography
Makeup || Leila Marie Artistry
Hair || WAVES - a hair studio
Tans || The Shady Sun Tanning Co., Amanda Arnold
Venue || Cha

aarnold93
- Dec 28, 2020
A Swim Week Feature
Are you a clothing store or brand looking to boost your next campaign? Check out our latest feature on Swim Week Calendar's blog. We gave them some of our top reasons why professionally finishing your model's skin will help your bikini's wow and sales grow! Check out the blog here! Photography: Leah Adkins Photography Hair: Charley Malone Makeup: Andrea Bounds Beauty

aarnold93
- Dec 28, 2020
Let it GLOW!
'Tis the season...well, almost and with it comes holiday parties where you need on your game. I think we all can agree that everything looks better when you have that perfect golden glow. So what can you do to ensure you are looking your finest this magical time of year? photo cred: Bliss Tulle First, if the event is super important go ahead and put your skin in the hands of a PRO! Do your research and find a salon, if you haven't been or know of one, with great reviews and e

aarnold93
- Dec 28, 2020
Insurance for Your Investment
Ahh, that feeling of being freshly tanned, there's nothing like it! But eventually, even the best parties come to an end. On average our Shady Tans last 7-10 days depending on the condition of your skin, this includes the aftercare steps you take. So want to know how to get that perfect Shady glow to hang around longer? Here are some of our favorite tips: + Put on loose clothes or one of our Shady Lady Robes while developing. Bras, socks and tight fitting clothing can lead to

aarnold93
- Dec 28, 2020
Salon Results at Home
How to apply fake tan perfectly at home.

aarnold93
- Dec 28, 2020
Handling Your Skin with Mittens
When it comes to removing a tan, it’s important to do so in the safest way possible. There are lots of different methods available on the internet for sure, however some are much better than others and it can be difficult to know which ones to choose. Refreshing your skin before a tan is the most important rule to ensuring your next tan is as flawless as your first. Below are our top 3 methods for removing sunless tans: #1: Shady Removal Mitt
This is an incredibly effective w