STAGE TAN PREP GUIDE 

START 4–6 WEEKS BEFORE SHOW:
• Moisturize daily after showering
• Exfoliate 2–3x per week with the homemade sugar scrub BEST!
• Skin prep is REQUIRED for an even, dark stage color

Poor prep may require an extra coat on show day (+$30 fee).

Recommended products and links are on the Shop Page.

PREP TIPS:
• Use approved sugar scrubs only or Make your Own!
• Avoid loofahs— use an exfoliating towel instead 
• Dry brush before showering if desired hit that back!
• Avoid Bar Soaps unless approved

PEAK WEEK:

Mon–Wed:
• Wash, exfoliate, and moisturize
• Use non-moisturizing gel soap only
• Optional Epsom salt bath Wednesday if skin is not dry

Thursday:
• NO moisturizer
• NO sugar scrub
• Wash with gel soap + exfoliating towel

Friday:
• NO moisturizer or sugar scrub
• Shave if needed
• Do a baking soda wash as the LAST step before tanning
• Do NOT apply lotion, deodorant, makeup, perfume, or cologne

IMPORTANT:
• Do not shower or wear deodorant after tanning until after the show
• Wear loose, soft clothing after tanning
• Avoid fleece, bras, underwear, tight straps, zippers, or tight clothing
• Sleep in fitted (not tight) long sleeves and yoga pants once dry to avoid hand prints

SHOW DAY:
• If your face is sprayed, wipe it off before makeup
• Sweaty competitors: please see us immediately after stage time so we can clean up bronzer before it dries

HAIR REMOVAL:
• Waxing must be done 7–10 days before tanning
• Men may use body clippers if preferred
• Men: clear nail polish helps prevent nail staining

NORMAL or FAIR SKIN:
• Light tanning bed use 5 weeks out is recommended for melanin activation
• Do NOT burn or peel
• No tanning beds 1–2 weeks before show

POST TAN:
To remove faster:
• Soak with baby oil + use Castile soap and exfoliating towel

To keep color longer:
• Moisturize daily and avoid scrubbing

Questions? Contact Kim anytime!