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Custom Spray Tanning Matched to Your Skin in Lakewood, Colorado
A custom spray tan starts with a conversation, not a default bottle. We look at your undertones, your plans and how bold you want to go, then tailor the color so it flatters you at our salon in Lakewood, Colorado.
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A Personal Consultation Behind Every Custom Tan
Custom Spray Tanning at Snazzy Tanz is built for clients who care about the exact result. Maybe you want a barely there glow for the office, a warmer tone for a summer party or a richer bronze that holds up under wedding photography. Before any solution touches your skin, we talk through your natural coloring, how your skin has taken sunless color before, what you will be wearing and when the big moment is. That consultation shapes every choice that follows, from depth and undertone to the day we suggest you book.
Owner Beth Shull draws on more than 30 years in the industry to guide those decisions, and our Smart Tan-certified staff carry them out with care. Custom tans sit within our wider spray tanning services and are applied using our hand-held Airbrush Tanning technique. If your schedule is tight on the day, we can talk about whether our Rapid Tans express formula fits your plans. Have a question before you book, or want to talk through a trial tan first? Reach out to our team and we will help you plan it.
How do I choose the right spray tan shade for my skin tone?
The right spray tan shade is usually one or two steps deeper than your natural color, with an undertone that suits your skin. Fair skin often looks best with a soft, golden result, while deeper or olive skin can carry a richer bronze. Choosing a shade that is far darker than you is what tends to look unnatural.
During your custom consultation, we look at your skin in good light, ask how you usually tan in the sun and talk through photos or looks you love. Then we recommend a depth and explain why. You always have the final say, and we will be honest if something might not flatter you.
Yes, when the shade is chosen with the camera in mind. Bright lighting and flash can make overly dark or orange-leaning color stand out, so for weddings we usually steer toward a believable depth with balanced undertones. Tell us about your dress or suit color and your venue, and we will plan a shade that photographs warm, even and recognizably you. A trial run beforehand takes the guesswork out of the day itself, which many brides find reassuring.
A trial tan is a smart idea, especially for weddings and first-time clients. It shows how the shade develops on your skin, how long it holds up with your routine and whether you want to go lighter or deeper. Book the trial a few weeks before the event, then use what we learn to fine-tune your final appointment. That way, the day-of tan holds no surprises and you can focus on enjoying the celebration with your family and friends.
A tailored shade works with your natural undertones instead of fighting them. That is why custom color tends to look like a healthy glow rather than an obvious tan, even in daylight and up close.
Weddings, proms, reunions and vacations each call for a slightly different look. We match depth and timing to the occasion so your color is at its best when it matters.
We will tell you if a shade might read too dark or too warm on your skin. Clients appreciate straightforward guidance that keeps the final result flattering, believable and true to them.
Tell us what you loved or wanted to change after your last tan. We use that feedback to refine your next appointment, so your color gets closer to ideal over time.
New to spray tans? A custom consultation answers your questions first and removes the guesswork, so you feel informed, comfortable and relaxed before we ever start the application. There are no silly questions here.
Your outfit, hair color and makeup all affect how a tan reads. We factor them into your shade so everything works together for a polished, cohesive finish you can feel confident wearing anywhere.
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How We Tailor Every Custom Spray Tan
Personalizing a spray tan takes more than picking light, medium or dark. We consider your coloring, your history with sunless products, the occasion and how much upkeep you want. These six parts of the custom process show how we turn those details into a shade that feels made for you, visit after visit, for any occasion.
Custom tans suit brides, wedding guests, prom-goers and anyone who has been disappointed by a one-size-fits-all tan. They also help clients with very fair or very deep skin who want color that looks believable rather than generic, or a shade that clashes with their natural coloring.
Skin has warm, cool or neutral undertones, and the wrong match is often what makes a tan look off. We check yours in natural-looking light and choose an approach that keeps your color harmonious from face to feet, without brassy or ashy tones.
Tell us what you are preparing for and when. A beach vacation, a black-tie event and a casual weekend each call for different depth. We help you choose both the shade and the best day to book, so your color peaks on time.
Some clients want a subtle hint of warmth, while others want noticeable color. If you want extra depth and staying power, we can discuss Double-Dipping, which adds a second layer during the same visit. We will help you decide whether it fits your goals.
After each tan, notice how the color developed, how it looked after a few days and how it faded. Share those observations at your next appointment, and we will adjust depth or technique to suit you better. Small changes add up.
A precise shade only shows its best on well-prepped skin. Exfoliate the day before, moisturize very dry spots like elbows the night before and arrive with clean, product-free skin so the solution absorbs evenly and your chosen shade develops exactly as planned.
Exactly the Shade I Wanted
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Clients Love a Tan That Feels Like Theirs
Our clients often mention the time we take before the tan begins, asking questions and listening to what they want. Many say their color matched exactly what they pictured. Read reviews from people in Lakewood, Colorado and neighboring communities who trusted Beth, McKenzie and our team with their custom shade.
Custom Spray Tan Questions, Answered Honestly
Choosing a custom shade brings up questions about undertones, timing and what to tell us during your consultation. These answers reflect the guidance we share every day at our salon in Lakewood, Colorado. If your situation is unique, reach out and we will talk it through with you.
What should I tell you during my custom consultation?
Share how your skin usually reacts to sun and sunless products, any tans you loved or disliked, and the event or look you are planning for. Photos of shades you like are helpful. Mention any skin sensitivities too. The more we know, the more accurately we can tailor your color to your skin and your plans.
Can you match the tan I get from the sun?
We can aim for a similar depth and warmth, which many clients find comforting because the result feels familiar. Sunless color develops differently from a UV tan, so it may not be an identical match, but it can come pleasantly close. Describe or show us your usual summer color, and we will tailor your shade to come close.
What if I want a deeper shade than I had last time?
Just tell us at check-in, or note it when you book online. We can adjust the depth, and for clients who want noticeably richer, longer-lasting color, Double-Dipping adds a second layer in the same appointment. We usually suggest stepping up gradually so you can see how a deeper shade looks on you, in your own lighting, before an important event.
Is a custom spray tan a good choice for very fair skin?
Yes. Fair skin can wear a sunless tan beautifully when the shade is kept soft and the undertone is right. Going too dark too fast is the most common mistake. We start with a light, believable depth that adds warmth and glow, then build from there on future visits if you want more. Many fair-skinned clients are surprised by how natural a soft tan looks.
Will my custom color look the same on my face and body?
We aim for a seamless match between your face and body. Facial skin is often different in texture and tone, so we adjust coverage there and blend into the neck. Arriving makeup-free helps the color develop evenly. After your rinse, you may want a slightly warmer foundation or bronzer so your face and body coordinate through the week.
How far ahead should I book a custom tan for an event?
For your event tan, many clients book a day or two beforehand so the color has time to develop and settle. If you want a trial first, schedule it a few weeks ahead. During busy wedding and prom seasons, booking early through our client portal gives you the best chance at the time you want.
Inside Your Custom Spray Tan Appointment
Share Your Plans
Book online, call us or stop in, and mention your event, timeline and any shade inspiration. Knowing your goals before you arrive lets us plan the right amount of time for a thoughtful consultation.
Prepare Your Skin
Exfoliate the day before, hydrate very dry spots the night before and arrive with clean skin free of lotion, deodorant and makeup. Bring loose, dark clothing and sandals for the trip home afterward.
Talk Through Your Shade
We review your undertones, past tans and the look you want, then recommend a depth and explain our reasoning. You decide the final shade, with honest input from our experienced and friendly team.
Tailored Application
Our certified staff apply your custom color by hand in a private room, adjusting coverage around your face, hands and feet so the shade stays consistent and natural from head to toe.
Review and Instructions
Once your skin is dry, we check the result together and share rinse timing and care tips specific to your chosen shade. Ask anything you like before you leave our Lakewood salon.
Note What You Loved
As your color develops and fades, notice what worked for you. Bring those thoughts to your next visit so we can fine-tune your custom shade and keep improving your results with every appointment.
Plan Your Custom Glow
Book Your Custom Spray Tan Consultation in Lakewood, Colorado
Your skin, your plans and your taste deserve more than a standard shade. At Snazzy Tanz, our woman-owned team listens first, recommends honestly and applies your color with certified airbrush technique so the finished tan feels personal and polished. First-timers and longtime tanners alike leave knowing exactly why their shade was chosen.
We have been honored as Best Tanning Salon in community awards for 2024 and 2025, and clients from across the Denver metro area make the drive for our custom work. Book online, call us or send the form to schedule your consultation and tan.
