Frequently Asked Questions
Now Open on Sundays and Mondays by Appointment!

Below are Answers to many Frequently Asked Questions.  Please do not hesitate to contact us for more information.

What is a Smart Bronze Airbrush Tan?
A Smart Bronze Airbrush Tan is a UV Free Sunless Tan.  A Smart Bronze Tanning Specialist uses a spray brush to personally apply a UV Free Tanning solution to your skin.  Because it is administered by an individual artist, and not a booth or machine, the results are extremely customized and natural looking.

Is a Smart Bronze Tan Safe?
A Smart Bronze Tan is Extremely Safe and Smart.  UV Exposure is the number 1 cause of skin cancer, wrinkling, sun spots, and skin aging.  A Smart Bronze tan is only a "cosmetic" tan.  It tans only the outer layer of the skin by using a colorless sugar called dihydroxyacetone (or DHA).  DHA reacts with the top layer of your skin to transform it to a golden bronze color.  DHA has been approved by the FDA for use in the cosmetic and sunless tanning industry for years.  Our state-of-the-art spray brushes eliminate most all overspray (overspray is the typical "cloud" you may find in a spray booth).

With all of the new health findings, I am hesitant to send my teenager to a tanning bed...is this
safe for teens?
 Airbrush Tanning is a great alternative to UV tanning.  For more on teens and tanning, visit our Smart Bronze Blog Spot.


Do I Need to Wear Sunscreen after a Smart Bronze Tan?
Yes.  A Smart Bronze Tan is only a cosmetic tan. It contains no sunscreens, and will not protect you from the suns UVA and UVB rays.

What if I do not Tan in the Sun - Will I still tan with Smart Bronze?
Yes!  A Smart Bronze Tan was made especially for you!  We are able to customize our tanning formula to work with your specific skin tone to ensure you will have a healthy glow, and not an "orange" unnatural looking tan...even on the fairest of skin tones.

Please tell me more about the Color Customization?
Click here for a link to our blog, which explains how a Smart Bronze tan is Color Customized vs. the color customization of many competitors:  Smart Bronze Blogspot

How long will my Smart Bronze Tan Last?
Much like a fingerprint, each persons skin is unique. Many factors can influence how long your tan will last.  A single tan will usually last an average of 7 days.  For maximum staying power, we recommend you purchase our Tan Extender Lotion.  To maintain your tan year-round, we recommend our Monthly Airbrush Tanning Membership. See our tips page for advice on prolonging your tan.

Does it have a bad smell?
Our high-end tanning solutions have a wonderful smell, unlike most other sunless tanning methods.

How long will my Smart Bronze Appointment Last?
Please plan on a total of 30 minutes for your first appointment.  Subsequent appointments will take approximately 15 to 20 minutes.

What should I wear to my appointment?
During your spray tan, you are welcome to wear a swimsuit, underwear, or any other garments that you wish.  Many of our female clients chose to wear only a small pair of panties to minimize tan lines.  Male Clients must wear a dark color swimsuit, shorts or full coverage briefs.  You may want to consider wearing dark colors, as the initial cosmetic bronzer can rub off on clothing; however, it will easily wash out of most clothing, except nylon, spandex, and silk.

After your appointment, you should wear very loose fitting clothing that does not "rub" or fit tightly on the body.  Please wear flip-flip shoes or similar shoes to minimize rubbing on the feet.

How Should I prepare for my Smart Bronze Tan?
Please see our PreTan Prep page for detailed tips on preparing your skin for the most effective, longest lasting tan.

I am a mom, a wife, and I have a full time career...I do not have time to visit your salon. Do you offer in-home or on-location services?
Absolutely!  We offer the same personalized service in your home or on-location. Please visit our services menu for more details on our celebrity treatment!  Airbrush Tanning is ideal for men and women on the go...One quick session will give you and instant tan!

 I would like to book a Tan Party...but how can I be sure that the airbrush tanning spray will not get all over my home?
We have special equipment designed for in-home use.  We will bring a portable airbrush unit, along with a convenient pop-up tent.  The pop-up tent is compact and fits into almost any space.  It has 3 walls, a top, and bottom to ensure the spray does not travel beyond the tent walls into your home.  Or, if you wish, shower enclosures make a great place to tan....just turn on the water and any spray washes right down the drain!


Smart Bronze Airbrush Tanning Studio  |  817-251-1082
100 W. Southlake Blvd, #142 | Corner of Southlake Blvd and White Chapel | Southlake, TX 76092
Sunday 12-4pm By Appointment | Monday 3-7 By Appointment | Tues 9am-7pm
Wed and Fri 9am-8pm
Thursdays 9am -9pm | Saturday 9am-6pm

Proud Sponsor of the Southlake Carroll Emerald Belles
and Preferred Airbrush Tan of Miss Southlake!