Vacation Prep in Maple Ridge: Tanning, Spray Tan & Wellness Glow Guide
Vacation Prep Starts Before You Pack
A great vacation glow does not happen the morning you leave. Whether you are heading somewhere tropical, preparing for a cruise, attending a destination wedding, or simply wanting to feel more confident in your skin, the best results come from planning ahead.
At Sun Seekers Tanning & Wellness in Maple Ridge, our Glow Consultants help you build a personalized vacation prep plan based on your skin type, timeline, comfort level, and glow goals.
When Should You Start Tanning Before Vacation?
For UV tanning, we recommend starting your vacation prep a full 30 days before you leave.
This gives your skin time to build colour gradually, allows your Glow Consultant to personalize your session plan, and helps you avoid trying to tan too much right before vacation.
A beautiful glow should never feel rushed. Starting 30 days ahead gives you the best opportunity to build natural-looking colour while keeping your sessions consistent and comfortable.
What Is the Best Vacation Prep Plan?
The best vacation prep plan usually includes three things: gradual colour, skin hydration, and proper timing.
If you are using UV tanning or hybrid tanning, start 30 days before your trip. If you want instant colour, a custom spray tan is a great option 24 to 48 hours before departure. If your skin is feeling dry, dull, or tired, wellness services and the right products can help support a smoother, more radiant glow.
30 Days Before Vacation: Start Your UV Glow Plan
If UV tanning or hybrid tanning is part of your vacation prep, the best time to start is 30 days before your trip.
Your first visit should include a consultation so we can review your skin type, tanning history, destination, timeline, and desired results. From there, your Glow Consultant can recommend a gradual plan that supports your skin and your goals.
This is also the time to choose the right indoor tanning lotion. The right product can help support hydration, colour development, and longer-lasting results.
1 Week Before Vacation: Focus on Skin Prep
The week before vacation is when skin prep becomes especially important.
If you are planning a spray tan, exfoliate earlier in the week and avoid heavy oils, thick body butters, or products that may create a barrier on the skin. Your skin should be clean, smooth, and ready to absorb colour evenly.
If you are using UV tanning, this is not the time to overdo it. Stay consistent with your recommended plan, keep your skin moisturized, and avoid last-minute overexposure.
24–48 Hours Before Vacation: Choose Your Final Glow
A custom spray tan is a great final step if you want instant, even colour before your trip. Many guests book their spray tan 24 to 48 hours before departure so the colour has time to fully develop before travel.
This is also a good time to keep things simple. Avoid harsh exfoliation, unfamiliar skincare, or anything that could irritate your skin right before you leave.
Should You Tan Before Going on Vacation?
Many guests ask whether they should tan before a sunny vacation. The answer depends on your skin type, timeline, and goals.
A gradual indoor tanning plan can help some guests feel more confident before travel, but it should be started early. For UV tanning, we recommend beginning 30 days before your trip.
Tanning before vacation does not replace sun protection. You should still use SPF, avoid overexposure outdoors, and protect your skin while away.
Is a Spray Tan Better Before Vacation?
A spray tan is an excellent option if you want colour without UV exposure, or if you are leaving soon and do not have time for a full 30-day UV tanning plan.
Spray tans are popular before tropical vacations, cruises, weddings, special events, honeymoons, and weekend getaways. For best results, book your spray tan 24 to 48 hours before your trip and follow your prep and rinse instructions carefully.
Can You Combine UV Tanning and Spray Tanning?
Yes. Some guests choose to build colour gradually with UV or hybrid tanning, then add a custom spray tan before departure for a polished vacation glow.
Your Glow Consultant can help you time this properly so your results look smooth, even, and natural.
How to Make Your Vacation Glow Last Longer
To help maintain your colour while away, keep your skin hydrated and avoid anything that dries or strips the skin.
Pack a tan-extending moisturizer, gentle body wash, SPF, lip balm with SPF, and your recommended tan care products. Avoid harsh exfoliants, long hot showers, and drying products if you want your glow to last longer and fade more evenly.
The Sun Seekers Vacation Glow Plan
At Sun Seekers Tanning & Wellness, vacation prep is personal.
For UV tanning and hybrid tanning, we recommend starting 30 days before vacation. For spray tanning, we recommend booking 24 to 48 hours before you leave. For wellness and skin support, we can help you choose services and products that fit your schedule and goals.
Visit Sun Seekers Tanning & Wellness in Maple Ridge and let our Glow Consultants help you build your vacation prep plan.
Every trip deserves a little glow before you go.
