A little glow can go a long way, especially on your wedding day. And getting a flawless tan has never been easier thanks to mobile spray tan services like Tan on the Run. For almost 20 years now, Nicole Hyatt, the company’s founder, has given professional tans to clients from the comfort of their homes. Now, Hyatt has 38 franchisees and she’s tanned everyone from Lady Gaga to Kate Beckinsale and Bebe Rexha. There’s nobody better to advise us all on the dos and don’ts of spray tanning to make sure you get the perfect application every time.

Ahead, Hyatt shared 6 tips to note for your pre-wedding prep. Follow these rules to get your bridal glow going. 

What You Should Do

1. Prep at least 24 hours in advance of your tan

“Shaving and exfoliating open your pores, so doing this day before ensures they are closed back up and skin has the chance to rejuvenate leaving a clean slate for the tan application. Don’t shower right before spray tan either since your tan won’t take as well on damp skin.” 

2. Book your tan two days before your event 

“Although you can sometimes tan in as little as two hours, full development of your tan can take from 24-48 hours. Working in advance leaves room to get two showers in to ensure you have completely rinsed off the bronzer. In the worst-case scenario, we have wiggle room to do a touch-up if needed.”  

3. Invest in proper after-care products to maintain your glow  

“If you’ve invested in a spray tan, you’ll want to spend a bit more on the right product products to ensure even fade and even extend your tan a few more days. The best rule of thumb is the more natural the better. I have a line of spray tan-safe products called OhSo, and our soap is only four ingredients for example.” 

What You Should NOT Do

1. Go darker than your skin tone can handle 

“We all want to look as tan as possible but choosing a shade that looks realistic on your skin tone will make the difference between a natural look and leaning on the side of orange.” 

2. Layer your spray tan 

“You’ll want the first tan to completely come off so you can start fresh on the next one since overlapping tans can cause uneven fading. This is especially important when doing a tan for a wedding where a clean canvas is a must.” 

3. Pick your spray tan artist based on price alone

“Choosing someone with the proper experience is important. Consider it the same as your makeup or hair. You want it to look flawless! Experience over cost will ensure your tan is perfect for your big day.” 

For more bridal tips on preparing for your big day, read here.