Writer: Greta Engizer March 2, 2026 10 min read This Conversation Happens in My Studio More Than You’d Think 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...

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 Tans Turn Patchy as...

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 Technique...