Spray tan is the plan

By Sarah Schwager
THE tan in the can has never had so many fans.
As the weather warms and skin is bared, more and more people are turning to spray tans to get that everdesired tanned look.
Clair Street from Sundaze Tanning and Beauty in Berwick said the popularity of spray tans was on the rise.
“It’s a lot quicker, it only takes about 10 minutes, and there’s no drying required,” she said.
Ms Street said while they still had a regular clientele for the solarium, there was definitely increasing demand for spray tans.
“People are becoming more aware of UV exposure and spray tan is definitely a safer option,” she said.
“But we still have to remind people that it doesn’t provide UV protection and they still have to put on sunscreen.
“It’s amazing how many people don’t know.”
Pakenham local Mary Rassos, who is a regular client at Sunset Tanning and Beauty on John Street, has been using the solarium for many years.
But she said she had started to use fake tan more now, as it was not as harsh for the skin.
“I’m 49 now. I don’t want to look like a crocodile,” she said.
“I used to be obsessed with it (the solarium).
“It’s amazing how dark I used to look.”
Sunset Tanning and Beauty manager Sandra Adikary said while the solarium was still a favourite among clients, spray tans were becoming more popular.
But she said while doing it yourself might be a cheaper option, it was not foolproof.
She said she was amazed by how many people came in to the salon after home applications had gone horribly wrong.
“Some people come in after they’ve done it themselves,” Ms Adikary said.
“It’s all patchy and orange and they plead for us to fix it.
“I tell them to go home and exfoliate then come back. It’s a big job.”
According to Ms Street, spray tanning turns the skin five shades darker and lasts seven days.
“Quite a few people come down before the weekend or a Christmas party,” she said.
Salon methods include a spray booth with an air compressor gun, or a hand gun.