SunKissed Mobile Spray Tanning

AAAAHHHHH!

2011-06-21T07:55:00.000-07:00

Ok, I am feeling like a little rant today....

I support and applaud all of those that want to go into business for themselves. If someone wants to start offering spray tans GREAT!!!
The problem is that spray tanning is still "new" to many people especially here in Alabama. A totally new experience. When this new experience isn't good they are less likely to try it again.

Back to my point of starting a spray tan business... GET TRAINING!!!!!!! Please don't just buy some equipment, watch a video, and go out and start doing spray tans. Although it looks easy and there are sites designed to make money out of you starting up spray tanning by telling you how easy and fast it is, there is an art to it and technique involved that an experienced spray tanner (whom themselves have been trained and exposed to various situations) can help you to develop. You also need to understand different solutions and what is in those solutions to find the ones that you work best with and give your customers the results they desire.

Training is an investment in your business and yourself. Just like the investment you make to buy your equipment and supplies training is necessary. Your training gives you an edge, a confidence, and if you are good you WILL get returned business, referrels, and more. Thus a return on your investment and your business will grow.

If you decide against this essential part of starting your spray tan business, than you could be left spinning your wheels in the dirt when you don't get returned business and the word of mouth gets out that people should avoid your services due to bad experiences. Think about it, if you have a bad experience with someone your twice as likely to tell someone else about it just like your future customers will be. Don't set yourself back, set yourself apart. You will be out of business before you are even in it.... You also give other spray tanners that are really good a bad name and loose business for them because your customer had their 1st spray tan and it was a bad experience and they decided to never ever try it again. I ask "Why waste your time and money to start an unsuccessful business?"

For all of those who have had bad spray tans and said to yourself "Never again" - please don't think that everyone is the same. Just like hairdressers there are those that are fantastic and those that aren't so good. Seek out the fantastic ones and stay with them.
If you wonder how to find the good ones, its just like any other service... Ask around, do some research, check someone's credibility, check customer feedback if available, and don't just shop on price alone....

Well that is my rant today, and my mini business lesson.
Take care and always Healthy Tanning!
Visit my site at www.sunkissedspray.com!

Malissa

Extra Sexy for Valentine's Day

2011-01-26T11:05:00.000-08:00

How many of you are already planning an "extra-special" date on Valentine's Day? Maybe you are headed out for dinner and movie, maybe your going dancing, maybe your cooking at home. What about afterwards, are you planning on slipping into something sexy? If you are then you NEED to get a spray tan before the "Big Night". Think about it...do you want to look like the person that has been locked in the basement all winter? Trust me, that Twilight pale look isn't easy to pull off when your not sparkly or Edward Cullen. Just take a look at the Victoria Secret catalogue - you won't see any pasty skin in there, those models know that a great spray tan makes all the difference. You don't have to be pasty either... Your skin can shine, glow, and look as fabulous as any of those models in just 15 minutes with a spray tan from Sunkissed Mobile Spray Tan. Plus you will feel fabulous and more confident and that is true sexiness!

Think A Spray Tan is Expensive? Think Again.

2010-07-28T15:55:00.001-07:00

Cost Comparison of Traditional Tanning Beds vs. Sunless Airbrush Tanning

Tanning Bed Salon

Basic Unlimited Tan Package $30 (at the cheapest)
Assuming you go 16 times during the month at 5 miles from home and you get about 23 mi to the gallon and gas is at $2.50: $17.50
Tanning Lotion: $45 (and that isn't even the good stuff)
Takes about 16 hours of your time out of your week going to and from the salon, waiting for your turn, putting on lotion, spending an average of 15 minutes in the tanning bed, dressing and driving back home, if you earn just minimum wage this cost is $7.25 this equals $$116.00

Real Cost: $208.50 + potentially more due to the long term affects of tanning beds.

Side Note: Let's assume you don't burn at all but we both know that at some point you will and will have additional cost in Aloe, plus the ache of putting on clothes over a burn, burnt so bad you can't even use your "unlimited" package, and then the lovely peeling, age spots, visit to the dermatologist (co-pay $30), and the "oh know does that look like cancer" moment - all of which is priceless.

Tanorexic (April 13, 2009)

Rick and Bubba Show!

2010-07-14T08:37:00.001-07:00

Last weekend was can I say a bit overwhelming and wonderful at the same time.

Let me tell you a bit about how this all got started. I happened to be listening to the Rick and Bubba show on Wednesday morning (July 7) while in the drive through getting a coffee at McD's. They had Dr. Maureen Muecke on and happened to bring up the NGA Alabama Open Body Building and Figure Competition. They also brought up that Greg might be doing a mock "pose off" at the show.

Now I am never ever one to call in radio shows, I just don't ever think about it and I hate to sit on hold or get busy signals and keep calling. But giving the subject matter I couldn't resist, I found the number and called. I couldn't believe it when someone picked up on the 1st ring it was LeESPN. I said "Hey I am the spray tan tech on-site for the NGA and would love to give Greg a spray tan for the competition." She said "hold-on" and next thing I know I am on-air talking about this with Rick Burgess. AAAAAHHHH!

-side note: Thank you for the lead in LeESPN, and giving me the opportunity. If you ever want a spray tan just let me know!

Ok so I was told to be at the show on Friday morning ready to go....

I was so excited to be invited to the Rick and Bubba show on Friday July 9th to give the "Real" Greg Burgess a spray tan. I should point out that I was really nervous and I said a quick prayer that I wouldn't sound like a complete idiot and I wouldn't say "um" a hundred times.

I really wasn't even sure when I woke up (at 4 am btw) if anything was going to happen when I got there. I had this fear that even though they had told me to show up that when I got there it would be a no go. I am pulling into the parking deck at the studio when Eddie Van Adler the intern calls me to say and I quote "It's on like Donkey Kong." Now I am even more excited, I mean this is the Rick and Bubba show that is syndicated all over the country plus XM radio and much more and they are about to talk about me giving a spray tan!!!

We get set-up right outside the huge studio window looking right in on Rick and Bubba and team. I could tell right away this was gonna be good stuff for them to talk about - how can you not talk about half naked people getting spray tanned right in front of you?

The night before the show I called a friend of mine Eddy Stuart from Iron Works Fitness (the gym I go to) that I knew was going to be in the competition on Saturday and asked him if he would meet me at the Rick and Bubba studios to get his Competition Level Spray Tan live on air. I can't believe he said yes but he did and he did show up. I have to give him big props for this because not many men have the guts to strip down to little or nothing and get a spray tan while Rick and Bubba watch. Your just asking for it. He was an awesome sport!

I told Speedy that I would do Eddy's tan first because it is such a dark color and such a drastic transformation that I knew Rick and Bubba would just go crazy over it for the radio audience especially since Greg was going to get a tan too. It worked, I got Eddy to his super dark best, he really did look like he was dipped in chocolate, (actually he perfectly matched the bronze trophy he won the next night, way to go!).

Then it was Greg's turn, I didn't give him a competition tan but gave him a nice "Sunkissed" tan, a tan he could walk around and be comfortable in but look really good doing it. He was so nice and although I know he got ragged about it he was a good sport and I think he actually liked it. Tans just have a good affect on people, you can't help but like it.

After I was done we all went inside the studio and Eddy and Greg did a mock "pose-off." As you can see from the photos it was good stuff!

I was then invited to come sit at the mic and talk about spray tanning a little which was awesome. Luckily my little prayer worked because everyone that knows me said I sounded good and professional and not nervous at all, Thank you Lord!

So what a morning - an experience I couldn't have bought but was one in a lifetime and I will remember forever. I can't thank the staff of Rick and Bubba enough for their hospitality and well the publicity that was provided from our 45 minute stay. My website had never seen that many hits ever.

The Big Bonus my husband (whom some of you know) has had a tough year with his health and he is a big fan of the show. He got to go to this experience with me and that means even more to me that he was there. I love you Adam Stritikus - thank you for being such a supportive wonderful husband even if you wife paints half naked men. :)

Always
Malissa
Owner/Technician
Sunkissed Mobile Spray Tan
www.sunkissedspray.com

Start off your week with a SunKissed tan

2010-04-24T19:15:00.000-07:00

How many of you out there dred Mondays? You don't want to get up, get dressed, and even when you do you really don't want to be at work. Lets face it most of the time after a great weekend of sleeping late, playing outside, and going out with friends Mondays are just hard. You know what will make you want to get up? Getting a Sunkissed Mobile Spray Tan over the weekend. Only takes 10 minutes and is healthy as opposed ot laying out for hours baking your skin (unhealthy). You will look and feel so great that you will be looking to show it off at work. That snotty little co-worker of yours will be jealouse of your beautiful glow, that cute guy in the corner office is going to notice you, and when your boss asks "Hey you look great what did you do?" You can give them a great tip they will appreciate and remember. So kudos to you.

So conquer your next Monday and call me to schedule your appointment.

Always
Malissa
www.sunkissedspray.com

Always START your vacation with a TAN!

2010-04-07T09:40:00.000-07:00

So you are busy planning that beach getaway for the beginning of summer.
The problem?

You work in an office and rarely have time to get outside and get a little sun. You also don't have the time or desire to spend 10-20 minutes of your day at the tanning salon. You have picked out the perfect bathing suit but look like you have been locked in the basement all winter. Oh No!

The Solution?
Take 10 minutes out of your day de-stress and get that perfect color to go with the new bathing suit and look fab on the first day of your vacay instead of the last!

Make your appointment now!

Sincerey
Malissa
www.sunkissedspray.com

MAKE SURE THE SKIN THAT SHOWS GLOWS!

2010-04-02T18:17:00.000-07:00

As the weather is getting warmer and warmer, the flowers are blooming, the birds are chirping and low and behold its time for shorts and sundresses again. Now you may have tried to convince yourself with the whole "Twilight" phenomena that pale is the "in" look (and I am not knocking it - I love Twilight too). Let me tell ya ladies now - unless you are pulling off an entire "Goth" look like Abbey in NCIS - you are not rocking hot with pale white legs. I am not by any means saying that you need to darken to the point your skin is indistinguishable from your grandfathers old leather recliner but you will beneift from a nice hint of color that says "Hey look at my fantastic legs!" With a nice spray tan you can do just that and not risk any of the damage or the possible burning from traditional tanning methods. Plus you won't show any evidence (i.e. orange hands and black ankles) associated with using sunless tanning creams. Think about this - how much you spend on your hair, your nails and toenails to look good in those great new sandals, and your new bathing suite that has to be absolutely right on the beach or beside the pool. Now what about the first thing people see- YOUR SKIN! I know you probably spend a good bit on make-up but that is just your face and that is not going to be what people notice on you when you put on that new denim skirt, it will be your legs ladies. Wearing a great sexy tank-top? It will be your shoulders and arms. Make sure the skin that shows glows! A great light tan can even out some of the worst uneven skin tones, can camoflauge those areas you aren't as proud of, and best of all make those summer clothes look fantastic and the colors "pop". You will feel fantastic looking in the mirror, you will be excited to put on your new dress, slip on a little shorter short, to go strapless... You will just feel better. So isn't a 10 minute spray tan worth it?

Love Ya Always!
Malissa
Sunkissed Mobile Spray Tan
www.sunkissedspray.com

The Bottom Line - (and Im not talking about butts)

2010-03-27T04:53:00.000-07:00

I got in to this business of Airbrush Spray Tans for many reasons, the 1st and main reason is that I love the results myself and I love that by getting a "sunless" tan I am making a smart decision for my skin's current and long-term health. Months and Months before I ever started taking customers I researched literally every kind of product out there along with the equipment. I knew that if I was going to be doing this I wanted nothing but excellence both in product performance and application. I also spent lots of time and money to go and train with professionals that have tanned some of the best bodies from California to New York along with some of the top body building champions. Again, I love Airbrush Tanning, and I knew that if I started a business doing this for others I wanted to give this industry a good name so others would love it too.

You as a customer can probably and always find someone to do this service for you cheaper and you may think your getting a good deal.
But are you really?

I offer only PREMIUM TOP OF THE LINE solution that I know gives the great results that people are after, doesn't have that nasty DHA odor associated with other solutions, and doesn't dry your skin out. I take the time to do the little things to make sure your tan enhances you and looks nothing but natural, I offer the unique and personal service of coming to you at your convenience so you can avoid driving to the salon, and because I consider my product and service to be the "Department Store" level as compared to the "Discount Store" level (IMHO) you are getting more for your money. Think about this...If someone said you can buy Stetson but for $10 or $15 more get Chanel which would you buy? You know that you get what you pay for in most cases and if you want cheaper you can always find cheaper its up to you. If you want sunless tanning excellence, choose SunKissed.

Always

Malissa
Visit: www.sunkissedspray.com
Email: malissa@sunkissedspray.com

Spice up your relationship...show up with a Spray Tan

2010-03-24T11:36:00.000-07:00

The majority has ruled and the consensus is that a tanned body is much sexier than a pale washed out body. So Ladies with that in mind think about suprising your Husband/Boyfriend by having a fantastic looking tan on when they get home. Not only will it put you in a sexy mood its going to put him in well...the same mood.

Having a tan really makes you feel 10 pounds lighter, makes you feel like your beautiful even without make-up, will make you want to show off your legs. By getting a Spray tan you get all those benefits without the enormous price tag of age spots, premature wrinkles, burns, and worst of all skin cancer.

So do this for yourself and do it for him too.

Make an appointment today - www.sunkissedspray.com.

-Malissa
Sunkissed Mobile Spray Tan
malissa@sunkissedspray.com

What I have learned....

2010-03-22T06:31:00.000-07:00

There is a big difference in picking up a HVLP gun and spraying someone with tanning solution and knowing how to make that tanning solution perform and look fantastic.

Anyone can pick up a gun and spray you but do you know if they have the little techniques that are going to give you the most for your money?

When I started this business I spent months researching, trying equipments, solutions, and practicing techniques before even taking my first paying client. I also invested time and money to train with people that have been in this industry for years and have tanned some of the best bodies around the country.

Because I believe so greatly in sunless tanning to give the bronze look but save the skin I wanted to make sure I gave this industry a good name by being nothing less than excellent for my clients.

If you have received an Airbrush Tan before or tanned in an automatic booth and you were not greatly impressed with the results, don't give up on it just yet. Try me and see the difference.

Sincerely
Malissa
www.sunkissedspray.com

Automatic Spray Tanning Booths Vs. Professional Airbrush Spray Tan

2010-03-18T13:18:00.000-07:00

I have spoken to people that have said, "Well I tried one of those automatic spray tan booths and it didn't turn out like expected." Professional airbrush tanning is NOTHING like the automatic spray tan booths. Think about it, your inside a booth that is set to send out sprays every few seconds hopefully hitting you in the right places, while a spray tech is going to airbrush you in all the right places to ensure an even coverage. You won't have to stand there trying in 3 seconds to remember which way to pose or turn because your tech will take care of this. Your tan can be totally customize to enhance your body type and your "good parts" and help diminish the look of cellulite, wrinkles, veins, and other blemishes.
So you have to decide, play russian roulette with the automatic spray booth or be guaranteed the results you desire. I know what I would choose.

Always
Malissa
Sunkissed Mobile Spray Tanning

The 1st of Many

2010-03-17T08:23:00.000-07:00

I am starting this blog about different aspects of sunless tanning and hopefully make more people in Birmingham and surrounding areas more aware of our companies services. Sunkissed Mobile Spray Tanning's goal is to help people achieve a very natural glow and avoid long term damage that traditional tanning can potentially cause.

Airbrush Tanning is the choice of the National Association of Dermatologists and also the National Skin Cancer Association. Most physicians will advocate a choice of sunless tanning versus tanning in the traditional manor.

Why did I start Airbrush Tanning?

When my husband was diagnosed with cancer our lives were changed forever. Seeing what he has had to go through to live was almost too much to handle. I had always used tanning beds but I also would usually burn. When I went to my Dermatologist and she warned me of what I was doing to my skin and the potential of getting skin cancer I knew that I would never tan the traditional way again. Don't get me wrong, I still get outside and love being in the sun and I still get a little color from this but I wear sunblock or sunscreen and I minimize my exposure to avoid burning that can cause the long term damage.

Now I am committed to only sunless tanning to achieve the same "SunKissed" look that I feel makes my skin look better and healthier. I have tried all types of lotions, spritz, bronzers, gradual tanners, mousses and more. The problem I ran into was that it took me quite a while to apply these plus a little help from my husband to get my back, and I had to be really careful or I would wind up with orange hands and black knees and elbows. Sometimes when I thought I was being really careful I would get these anyway. It is the tell tell sign that says "Hey I have a sunless tan." So I tried getting in one of those automated tanning booths. I found it a little intimidating because the tanning attendant gave me tons of instructions and positions to remember and told me I have to get it right or I might get sprayed too much in some areas. It turned out ok but still it just wasn't a relaxing fun experience. Then I discovered HVLP airbrush tanning, this is when a tanning tech (like myself now) applies the solution with an HVLP airbrush over your entire body or areas you prefer to give you the most even natural sunless tan. A tan that can fool anybody, you will have to tell them it is a sunless tan. Having a professional spray a tan on takes 5 minutes or less on average and your done. No worries about how it is going to look because with the instant color guide in the solution you see the tan immediately. It is truly in my opinion the best way to achieve a tanned natural looking glow and avoid long-term damage.

You will have to experience it for yourself to see how great it is so call me and make an appointment to get your Airbrush Tan and save your skin. Your skin will thank you - especially 20 years from now.

Sincerely
Malissa
sunkissedspray.com