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Ever finished applying your self-tan, only to notice your knuckles or ankles looking a little darker than everything else? It happens. Hands and feet are often the trickiest areas to get right, especially when old tan starts to fade unevenly. Here’s what to do when the colour needs a tidy-up. The skin around your knuckles, toes and ankles can be drier than the rest of your body. Those little creases also make it easy for tanning products to collect, so you may end up with dar

Melbourne is finally starting to feel like spring, which means the layers are coming off, events are filling the calendar, and I’m already hearing from more clients who are getting ready for their first tan of the season. After months of Melbourne winter, your skin often needs a little reset before fresh colour goes on. Dry skin, leftover self-tan and uneven patches can all affect how your spray tan develops and fades. The good news is, preparing your skin doesn’t need to be

Booked a winter escape? Here's when to book your spray tan, how to keep it topped up while you're away, and why lying in the sun for colour is doing your skin no favours at all.

In more than 20 years of spray tanning women across Melbourne, I have heard one phrase more times than I could count. My fake tan is booked for Friday. I need my fake tan before the wedding. My fake tan is fading already. It is such a normal part of how we talk about tanning that most people say it without thinking twice. I understand why. But every time, something in me quietly pauses. Fake. It is a word I have never been able to sit comfortably with. Even The Sun Gives You

I had a client sit down in my studio a few weeks ago. She has been coming to me for three years. She sat down, looked at me, and said it before I even had the spray gun in my hand. "Greta, I've been thinking about just doing it at home." She said it the way women say things they have been rehearsing in the car on the way over. Carefully. Like she was bracing for a reaction. I smiled at her. Because I hear this more than she probably realised. And because the fact that she sai

Winter in Melbourne is beautiful in its own way. But it does something to your skin. Months of long sleeves, thick tights, boots, and coats. No bare skin. No sun on your arms. Just grey skies and heaters and that particular kind of pale that creeps in so gradually you almost do not notice it until you catch yourself in a mirror one morning. That is the moment most of my Doncaster clients pick up the phone. Not because they have a wedding or a Bali trip coming up. Just bec

As Melbourne settles into autumn, many of my clients start planning their winter escapes. Some are heading to the Greek Islands. Others are booking trips to Bali, Thailand, Fiji, Italy, and other beautiful parts of Europe. One thing they all have in common is this. They want to feel confident in their skin from the moment they arrive. Your holiday starts when your spray tan starts. Why a Spray Tan Before Your Holiday Makes Sense When you are packing swimsuits, sundresses, and

Most clients do not tell me they want a spray tan because they want to be darker. They tell me they want to feel better. In their skin. In their clothes. In the mirror before a big day. I hear it constantly. A client walks in quiet, a little unsure, picking at things only she notices. 30 minutes later, she is standing taller. Shoulders back. Something has settled. A spray tan does that. Not because it changes your body, but because it brings everything into balance. Colour, t

Weddings are one of the most personal things I get to be part of in my work. By the time a bride sits in my studio, she has spent months, sometimes years, thinking about this day. The dress. The flowers. The people she loves most all in one room. There is so much thought and care that goes into every detail. And then there is her skin. I take that seriously. Not because a spray tan is the most important thing about a wedding day, but because how you feel in your body on that

A client walks in and she’s done everything right. She exfoliated the night before. She shaved. She arrived in loose, dark clothes ready to glow. Then I ask my usual pre-tan questions and she pauses and says, “Oh… I have a cut on my leg. Is that okay?” Sometimes it’s a shaving nick. Sometimes it’s a graze from a fall. Sometimes it’s a fresh surgical scar from a procedure she had a few weeks ago and she’s been waiting to feel like herself again. This is one of the most common

If you have ever looked in the mirror and thought your spray tan faded unevenly, you are not imagining it. Patchy spray tans are one of the most common issues I see in my Melbourne studio. The good news. Patchiness is predictable. Once you understand why it happens, you can stop repeating the same cycle. This guide explains what causes a patchy spray tan, why common exfoliation advice often makes it worse, and how to properly reset your skin before your next tan. Why Spray Ta

If you have ever had a spray tan go patchy, streaky, or uneven, you are not alone. I see this every week in my Melbourne studio. Most bad spray tans are not caused by the solution. They come down to application technique. This guide breaks down the most common spray tan mistakes. It explains what is happening on the skin and how to fix it. If you are a client, this helps you know what to look for. If you are learning to spray tan, this is foundational knowledge. Why Spray Tan

I have seen every kind of sun story walk into my studio. The “I only sat outside for 20 minutes” story. The “I wore SPF on my face but forgot my chest” story. The “my shoulders are red but my legs are pale” story. If you live in Melbourne, you know how fast it happens. The weather changes, the UV can still bite, and one afternoon can leave you looking uneven for weeks. I started spray tanning because I wanted a safer way to feel confident in my skin. I also wanted results I c

After two decades of professional spray tanning, I've identified the most common timing mistakes that compromise results. Most spray tan failures don't occur during the session. They happen in the hours and days leading up to it. Small decisions about when to book your appointment can mean the difference between a flawless glow and a streaky disappointment.

Hey gorgeous! It's Greta here, your Spray Tan Queen, and I'm about to spill all the tea on one of the most common questions I get: "What's the difference between spray tan booth vs airbrush tans?" After 20 years in this business and tanning thousands of beautiful clients, I've seen the confusion firsthand. Trust me, understanding these differences will help you make the best choice for YOUR glowing goals! What's the Real Difference Between Spray Tan Booth vs Airbrush Tan? Let

Why Your Glow Deserves Better — Spray Tan vs Tanning Gummies Tanning gummies are everywhere right now. Promising a glow-from-within, they market themselves as the easy, “natural” way to bronze your skin—no UV, no mess, just a few chews a day and voilà. But behind the wellness branding is a cocktail of synthetic ingredients like beta-carotene, canthaxanthin, and astaxanthin—pigments that flood your body hoping to darken your skin from the inside out. And here’s where it gets r

Why Your Zodiac Deserves a Personalised Spray Tan Ritual Let’s get one thing straight: a spray tan isn’t just a glow-up. It’s a declaration. Of confidence. Of magnetism. Of showing up as the boldest, most radiant version of you. It’s about amplifying. Your mood. Your energy. Your essence. And if you think astrology is just a cute horoscope moment, think again. Because your zodiac sign? It’s your cosmic blueprint for how you move through the world — and yes, how you glow in it

Vitamin D, often called the "sunshine vitamin," does more than just support strong bones — it plays a major role in: Lifting your mood by helping regulate serotonin, your body's natural "feel-good" chemical Supporting your immune system to keep you healthy and resilient year-round Boosting daily energy levels by improving how your cells function and recover Even a little sunlight—just 10 to 20 minutes a few times a week—can help your body produce this powerful hormone-like vi

If you’ve recently had surgery—elective, medical, or anything in between—just know this: what you’re feeling is valid. Surgery can take a toll not just on your body, but on your mood, mindset, and self-image. You might be feeling disconnected from your reflection. Swollen. Flat. Not quite yourself. And honestly? That’s okay. But once your doctor gives you the green light (usually around 6 weeks post-op), I want to gently suggest something small… that can feel huge: A Spray Ta

After perfecting thousands of spray tans, I've learnt that the secret to that gorgeous, streak-free bronze isn't just in the application—it's in the prep work. Follow my timeline, and you'll walk out looking like a golden goddess! Why Prep Actually Matters Think of your skin like a canvas—how you prep affects the final result. Just like an artist wouldn't paint on a rough, dirty surface, you shouldn't apply spray tan to unprepared skin. Properly prepared skin allows the DHA (