Archive for September, 2010
Starting a Spray Tan Business
Before you begin making appointments for your spray tan business, it’s important to do a little research to ensure all of your ducks are in a row. While you can certainly try to wing it with nothing but an applicator and solution, any successful entrepreneur recognizes the need to do some due diligence. Here are some tips for pleasing your clients and garnering return customers:
~Make sure they have realistic expectations going into the session
~Provide information on what to do pre and post tan
~Discuss which level of solution is appropriate for their skin
~Offer retail items that preserve sunless tans or darken color
~Offer some sort of reward program for return customers
What to Look For in a Tanning Tent
Every spray tan professional recognizes the importance of the solution and applicator, but your tanning tent is a critical part of the equation as well, particularly if you have a mobile tanning business. Here are a few of the key features to look for when making your purchase:
~Portability: Hauling around a bulky piece of equipment simply isn’t an option when you have dozens of clients to see. It’s imperative that your tanning tent be compact and lightweight while still being effective. Look for a tent that can be setup and stowed away in just a couple of seconds. The pop-up models are usually the way to go.
~Professional Appearance: It’s crucial to maintain a professional appearance when you are providing your service, so don’t pick a tent that looks like a plastic tarp and always clean it up immediately after application.
~Windows: Lighting can be a problem inside a tanning tent; be sure to get one with windows on the top.
~Easy Cleanup: The tent should preferably be made of vinyl, which will make cleaning up splattered solution quick and easy.