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Add a high-demand, revenue-generating service to your menu with professional spray tanning training.
✔ One-Day, Hands-On Training
✔ Designed for Licensed Estheticians & Cosmetologists
✔ Provide clients with UV-free color for safer tanning options
✔ High-demand service for events (weddings, vacations, competitions)
✔ Fast add-on service to increase revenue per client
✔ Customizable results for different skin tones and preferences
This course provides training in professional spray tanning techniques, equipping licensed esthetics and cosmetology professionals with the knowledge and hands-on skills necessary to safely and effectively deliver customized sunless tanning services. Participants learn the science behind spray tanning, including skin anatomy, DHA chemistry, and factors influencing color development, while gaining a thorough understanding of client screening, contraindications, and consultation best practices.
Instruction covers professional spray tanning equipment, solution selection, and advanced application techniques to achieve even, natural-looking results across a variety of skin tones and client needs. Emphasis is placed on proper client preparation, customization, contouring, post-treatment care, and troubleshooting common application issues. The course also addresses sanitation, safety standards, and professional practices to ensure compliance with industry expectations.
In addition to technical skills, students are introduced to the business aspects of spray tanning, including pricing strategies, client experience, branding, and service expansion opportunities. Upon completion, participants will be able to confidently perform professional spray tanning services, educate clients on aftercare and maintenance, and integrate spray tanning as a value-added service within a salon or spa setting.
✔ Spray tanning science and DHA chemistry
✔ Client consultation, screening, and contraindications
✔ Equipment and solution selection
✔ Application techniques and body positioning
✔ Shade matching, contouring, and customization
✔ Post-treatment care and maintenance
✔ Troubleshooting common application issues
✔ Sanitation, safety, and professional standards
This one-day, on-campus course combines instructor-led theory, live demonstration, and guided hands-on practice. Participants will perform a complete spray tanning application while developing confidence in technique and customization.
This course is for professionals looking to expand service offerings.
✔ Licensed Estheticians
✔ Licensed Cosmetologists
This course is classified as continuing education/professional development and is designed to support skill enhancement for individuals with existing licensure. It is not designed to provide initial training for entry-level employment.
Upon completion, participants will be able to perform professional spray tanning services, customize results for individual clients, educate clients on aftercare, and apply professional safety and sanitation standards. Participants may use this training to expand service offerings within a salon or spa environment.
✔ Course Length: 6 hours (1 day)
✔ Format: On-campus (theory, demonstration, and hands-on practice)
✔ Prerequisite: Current State Board of Cosmetology License (Esthetics or Cosmetology)
✔ Tuition: $345
Upon successful completion of this course, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion. No academic credit, diploma, or degree is awarded.