Potion 9 FAQs

1. Is sunless tanning safe?
Yes, it is! The FDA approved Dihydroxyacetone (DHA), a sugar can derivative that results in the tan, for safety in 1973. When applied to the skin, DHA penetrates only the top layer of skin-it does not absorb into the body or bloodstream.

2. Do your sunless tanning products contain erythrulose?
No. First, the only FDA-approved ingredient for sunless tanning is DHA. No other skin colorants, including erythrulose, have been approved as yet. Second, our comparative tests repeatedly demonstrate that erythrulose provides no significant difference in the tan's application or performance.

3. Do your sunless tanning products contain alcohol?
No. Alcohol is very drying to the skin and can cause irritation. Furthermore, alcohol intensifies degradation of DHA and thus shortens the shelf life of the product.

4. Do your sunless tanning products contain fragrances?
No. First, fragrances are one of the major causes of allergic reactions. Second, no one wants sunless tanning solution that smells too flowery, fruity or sweet.

5. Will the sunless tanning products stain my clothes?
Solutions that contain bronzers may transfer to your clothes if they touch your skin immediately after application. We recommend wearing garments that are loose and dark in color after application. However, solution is water-based for easy washing.

6. I always burn-never tan-in the sun. Can I still get a sunless tan?
Absolutely! If you are someone who always burns in the sun and therefore has never been able to tan, you can achieve a sunless tan.

7. How dark will I get?
Airbrush tanning is much like tanning in the sun. It is recommended to tan twice within a week if you would like a darker tan. Your tan should be built up gradually to avoid any orange tinge to the skin. Allow your tan to fade completely and exfoliate well before another airbrush tanning session.