Mystic Tan UV-Free Spray-On Tanning

*Est. $35 per session
Reviewed
March 2011
Mystic Tan UV-Free Spray-On Tanning

Best professional spray tan

Pros
  • Even color
  • Dries quickly
  • Covers hard-to-reach areas
Cons
  • Expensive to maintain
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Reviewers say Mystic Tan UV-Free Spray-On Tanning, offered at tanning salons nationwide, is a great alternative to professional airbrush tans because it also provides even coverage at a more affordable price. Consumers at MakeupAlley.com say it provides a quick and easy tan but that its chemical smell can be a bit overwhelming. Reviewers recommend exfoliating before going to the salon to achieve a more even and natural tan that lasts longer, which is true of all sunless tanners. A do-it-yourself tanner, such as Jergens Natural Glow Revitalizing Daily Moisturizer (*Est. $9 for 7.5 oz.), is more affordable to maintain. Like all sunless tanning products, results with Mystic Tan may vary from one consumer to the next because of different skin tones and overall skin condition.

We found the best review of the Mystic Tan UV-Free Spray-On Tanning Booth at Washingtonian Magazine, where Kim Forrest details her experience with it and compares it to other sunless tanning products. User reviews at MakeupAlley.com also give helpful insight into consumer experience as does the skincare guide at About.com.

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Our Sources

1. Washingtonian

After trying a handful of sunless tanning methods, writer Kim Forrest says Mystic Tan is the easiest. She details the process of getting the salon booth tan and recommends exfoliating before tanning for the best results.

Review: Sunless Tanning, Kim Forrest, July 1, 2006

2. MakeupAlley.com

Consumers posting to MakeupAlley.com give Mystic Tan 3.5 out of 5 stars, saying the booth spray-on tan provides good color at a relatively low price. One reviewer, a salon employee, shares helpful tips to get the best results.

Review: Mystic Tan, Contributors to MakeupAlley.com

3. About.com

About.com's skin care guide, Jen Adkins, is critical of Mystic Tan, saying it doesn't always turn out as expected. Her tan looked fake, and she said that the whole process made her feel claustrophobic. On the plus side, it is very easy to use and it provides streak-free results. (Note: ConsumerSearch is owned by About.com, but the two don't share an editorial affiliation.)

Review: Mystic Tan Review, Jen Adkins

4. YouTube.com

A dermatologist recommends Mystic Tan as a healthier alternative to tanning beds and sun tanning. He says that it is easy to use and provides a natural looking tan.

Review: Mystic Tan, "BensonDerm", May 24, 2008

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