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Smooth, Hand-Blended Airbrush Tanning in Lakewood, Colorado
Our airbrush tans are sprayed by hand, one area at a time, so wrists, knees and ankles get the same care as your shoulders. Visit Snazzy Tanz in Lakewood, Colorado for a fine-mist, UV-free glow that blends seamlessly into your natural skin.
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Airbrush Color Guided by a Trained Hand
Airbrush tanning is the technique behind every classic spray tan we do at Snazzy Tanz. Instead of stepping into a machine and hoping the mist lands evenly, you stand with one of our Smart Tan-certified team members who holds the airbrush and moves around you section by section. That hands-on control lets us lighten the mist over areas that tend to grab extra color, build gently across larger areas and feather the edges so there is no visible line where the tan stops.
Owner Beth Shull has spent more than 30 years in the tanning industry, and that background shows in how we read skin and adjust as we go. Airbrush tanning is the foundation of our spray tanning menu. If you want help choosing a specific depth, our Custom Spray Tanning consultation pairs with it, and clients who want a bolder result often move up to Double-Dipping once they know how the base application looks on them. You can also read what first-timers say about the experience.
What is airbrush tanning and how is it different from a spray booth?
Airbrush tanning is a sunless tan applied by a technician using a hand-held spray gun, while a booth sprays you automatically from fixed nozzles. With a person guiding the mist, coverage can be adjusted for your body shape, and spots like the backs of hands, heels and the hairline can be blended by eye rather than left to chance.
That difference matters most where tans usually go wrong. Booth sessions depend on how well you turn and pose, and missed areas are common. During an airbrush session, we tell you exactly how to stand, check our work as we go and fix light patches before you leave our Lakewood, Colorado salon.
Most streaks come from what touches the skin while the color develops, not from the application itself. Keep water, sweat and tight clothing away from your skin until your rinse. Skip hand washing where you can, or wash palms carefully. After rinsing, pat dry gently and moisturize daily so the tan fades evenly instead of patchily. Loose sleeves and a soft towel make a bigger difference than most people expect during those first few days.
Follow the rinse window we give you at the end of your appointment, because it depends on the solution used and the depth you chose. A classic airbrush tan needs more development time than our express option. Rinsing too early can leave your color lighter than planned. If you need to shower sooner, ask about Rapid Tans, which use a fast-acting formula built for shorter waits, and we will explain how the two compare for your plans.
A hand-held airbrush lets us slow down on knuckles, elbows and ankles, the spots most likely to look darker or patchy, so your tan reads as natural even up close in bright light.
We soften the color at the hairline, jaw and wrists, blending it gradually so there is no hard stop. The result looks like sun-warmed skin rather than a layer sitting on top of it.
Airbrush tanning adds color with a sunless solution and a fine mist. You get a golden look with no UV exposure involved, which many clients prefer before events or between beach trips.
You never have to guess how to stand. We guide each pose, from raised arms to turned heels, so the mist reaches every area evenly and nothing is missed along your sides or back.
Our Smart Tan-certified staff work under an owner with more than 30 years in the industry. That experience helps us read your skin and adjust the mist as we go, area by area.
Before you get dressed, we look over your coverage in good light and touch up anything that needs it. You leave knowing your color was finished with care, not rushed.
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What Goes Into an Airbrush Tan at Snazzy Tanz
An airbrush tan looks simple from the outside, yet the details decide how natural it looks a few days later. Our team thinks about your skin, the fit of your clothes after the session and how your color will fade. These six parts of the service explain who it suits and how we make each application count.
Airbrush tanning works well for first-timers, busy professionals and anyone who wants a glow without UV. It also suits clients who have struggled with patchy self-tanner at home and want a trained person handling the application instead. It is also a smart starting point before trying deeper options.
We spray in light, overlapping passes rather than one heavy coat. Building gradually keeps the solution even across your skin, reduces drips and pooling, and gives us room to adjust depth before we reach your chosen shade. It also helps the tan fade softly later.
Joints and extremities absorb solution differently from the rest of the body. We lighten the mist over knuckles, heels and elbows and blend outward so these areas match your arms and legs instead of standing out darker. Clean, even hands are often what makes a tan look truly professional.
Your face is often the first place people notice a tan. We keep coverage light around the brows, ears and hairline and blend into the neck so your complexion and your body look like they belong together. Let us know if you plan to wear makeup soon after.
Exfoliate the day before, finish any hair removal ahead of time and arrive without lotion, deodorant or makeup. Clean, smooth skin lets the mist settle evenly, which is the base every good airbrush tan depends on. Schedule any manicure or pedicure beforehand too.
Between your session and your rinse, wear loose, dark clothes, avoid workouts and keep your hands dry where possible. These small habits keep the fresh color in place while it develops into your final shade. A dark sheet on your bed can help too if you sleep before rinsing.
Exactly the Shade I Wanted
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Airbrush Tans Our Clients Talk About
Clients regularly describe feeling at ease during their first airbrush session, even if they were nervous walking in. They talk about clear guidance, a clean private room and color that looks even from every angle. See how guests from Lakewood, Colorado and nearby cities describe their visits with Beth, McKenzie and our team.
Airbrush Tanning Questions We Hear Most
Airbrush tanning raises practical questions, from what to wear to how the mist feels on your skin. Below are straightforward answers based on the conversations we have every week at our salon in Lakewood, Colorado. Still curious? Send us a message and we will get back to you.
Does an airbrush tan feel cold or uncomfortable?
Most clients notice a cool, light mist that feels a little surprising at first and then becomes easy to ignore. The session moves along steadily, and we tell you before each new area so nothing catches you off guard. If you feel chilly or need a pause at any point, just say so and we will adjust.
What should I wear during the airbrush session?
Wear whatever you are comfortable in. Some clients choose disposable undergarments, others an old swimsuit they do not mind staining, and some prefer to go without. Keep in mind that anything you wear will create a line, so pick the style that matches the outfit you plan to show off. Our team will guide your positioning either way.
Can I get an airbrush tan if I have a lot of freckles or uneven tone?
Yes. A sunless airbrush tan adds color across the surface of the skin and can help even out the overall look of freckles or uneven areas. It will not hide every mark, but many clients like how it softens contrast. We will talk through realistic expectations before we start, including how light or deep to go so the result still looks believable on you.
How is Airbrush Tanning different from Custom Spray Tanning?
Airbrush Tanning describes how the color is applied, by hand with a fine mist. Custom Spray Tanning focuses on choosing the right shade and depth for your skin and occasion. In practice, they work together. Many clients start with a standard airbrush tan, then book a custom consultation before a wedding, reunion or photo shoot where the exact shade matters more than usual.
Is airbrush tanning a good option before a beach trip?
Many clients like arriving at the beach with color already in place. Keep in mind that a sunless tan does not protect your skin from the sun, so you still need sunscreen. Swimming and heavy sweating can speed up fading, so moisturizing after each swim and shower helps your color last through more of the trip.
Can I book an airbrush tan the same day?
Often, yes. We offer same-day appointments when the schedule allows and welcome walk-ins, so a last-minute invitation does not have to mean going without color. Booking online through our client portal is the most reliable way to lock in a specific time, especially during busy prom, wedding and summer seasons when many Lakewood, Colorado clients plan their tans.
Your Airbrush Tanning Visit, Step by Step
Reserve Your Time
Book online, call us or stop in as a walk-in. If you are tanning for an event, mention the date so we can recommend the best day for your airbrush appointment and help you plan around it.
Arrive Prepped
Come with freshly exfoliated, product-free skin and loose, dark clothing. Remove jewelry before we begin, and tie long hair up so it stays clear of your neck and shoulders during the spray.
Quick Skin Check
We look at your skin tone and any dry patches, then confirm the depth you want. This short chat helps us decide where to lighten the mist and where you can take a little more color.
Hand-Held Application
Standing in a private room, you follow our cues as we spray in light passes from shoulders to feet. We blend joints, hands and the hairline carefully and check coverage as we work.
Dry and Final Look
We give your skin a moment to dry, review the result in good light and touch up any light spots. Then you slip into loose clothes and receive your personal rinse instructions.
Rinse and Hydrate
Rinse with lukewarm water when advised, pat dry and start moisturizing daily. When your color begins to fade, book your next airbrush tan to keep your glow consistent between events and everyday weeks.
Book Your Airbrush Tan
Reserve a Hand-Blended Airbrush Tan in Lakewood, Colorado
When an airbrush tan is done carefully, nobody notices the tan, they just notice you look rested and radiant. That is the standard our woman-owned team works toward at Snazzy Tanz, with certified technique, coached positioning and a final check before you leave.
Our salon has been voted Best Tanning Salon in community awards for 2024 and 2025, and clients travel from across the metro area for our airbrush work. Book online, call us or send the form, and we will help you plan your next session around the dates that matter to you.
