How long should I wait to shower after tanning in a tanning bed?
On One Hand: Wait Two HoursMost tanning salons suggest waiting at least two hours before showering. This is because the tanning process continues well after the tanning session ends. When you shower, the water and soaps take away from the mantel acids and melanin which builds your tan. As a result, many salons recommended the two-hour wait so your skin can continue to absorb the tan.On the Other: Waiting Isn’t NecessarySome tanning salons say that you don’t have to wait to shower because the ultraviolet light has penetrated your skin and cannot be washed off. They also suggest that a shower after tanning helps cool your skin and rid it of the reddening that the tanning bed causes.Bottom LineDespite contradictory suggestions from tanning salons, waiting to shower after tanning seems to be the general consensus.
