DHA gives temporary colour in the outermost skin layer. DermNet gives about 3–10 days as a general range. Formula, skin, amount and aftercare affect the actual duration; a machine-applied tan does not automatically last longer than mousse.
How long do spray tans and self-tanners last?
DHA gives temporary colour in the outermost skin layer. DermNet gives about 3–10 days as a general range. Formula, skin, amount and aftercare affect the actual duration; a machine-applied tan does not automatically last longer than mousse.
Development and first shower
The first shower and the final colour are different stages. Temporary bronzer can rinse off while the colour continues developing. Scandibrown mousse can develop for up to 24 hours; that is development time, not total wear time.
Care between applications
Moisturise daily as directed and be gentle when washing and drying. Assess the developed colour before reapplying. If old colour is patchy, even it out gently instead of covering it with more product.
The routine that extends your colour
- 1Follow the product or salon preparation instructions. Exfoliate only gently if your skin tolerates it, and plan shaving or waxing in advance. Do not scrub irritated or damaged skin. Start with clean, dry skin.
- 2The first shower and the final colour are different stages. Temporary bronzer can rinse off while the colour continues developing. Scandibrown mousse can develop for up to 24 hours; that is development time, not total wear time.
- 3Moisturise daily as directed and be gentle when washing and drying. Assess the developed colour before reapplying. If old colour is patchy, even it out gently instead of covering it with more product.