How to Start a Spray Tanning Business: A Comprehensive Guide
Is Starting a Spray Tanning Business Right for You?
If you’re interested in the beauty and wellness industry, want to be your own boss, and set your own hours, starting a spray tanning business from home may be a good option for you. If you’re thinking about starting a spray tan business, you’re probably wondering where to start.
Here is a step-by-step guide to starting a spray tan business:
1. Do your research.
The first step is to learn as much as you can about the spray tanning industry. This includes researching the different types of spray tan solutions, equipment, and techniques. Lucky for you, Beettan has already done the work for you! Beettan simplified the spray tanning process with a universal spray tan solution that suits all skin tones. We have removed the cosmetic bronzers so:
- NO staining,
- NO MESS,
- NO barrier cream and
- NO ORANGE!
Can you imagine carrying around 10 spray tan shades of solution and interchanging with one gun from client to client? Also, it can be very intimidating for the client to pick a shade. Let us teach you the true science behind our BEET-derived DHA and how to make the spray tan process easier for both you and your future clients.
2. Get training.
Once you’ve done your research, it’s important to get training from a reputable organization. This will teach you the basics of spray tanning, such as how to prepare the skin, apply the solution, and achieve a natural-looking tan.
Beettan’s offers both online and in-person spray tan training, ongoing business coaching, PLUS in-network lifetime support with our in-house team and Beettan Partners.
3. Get certified.
While certification is not required in all areas, it is a good way to show potential clients that you are qualified and knowledgeable about spray tanning. Upon completing Beettan’s comprehensive spray tan training course and quiz you will receive a Beettan Spray tan certificate.
4. Obtain the necessary licenses and permits.
Depending on where you live, you may need to obtain a business license or other permits in order to operate a spray tanning business. Be sure to check with your local government to find out what requirements apply to you.
5. Equipment and supplies.
Beettan is an Authorized Fuji Spray Sunless™ Distributor. Every spray tan certification package includes a spray tan machine, spray tan solutions, and other supplies such as spray tan tents, sunless tanning products, etc. You can find the full list of what comes with each spray tan certification package linked here.
6. Set your prices.
When setting your prices, it’s important to be competitive with other spray tan businesses in your area. However, you also need to make sure that you’re charging enough to cover your costs and make a profit. Don’t worry our team of experts help you with this too!
7. Market your business.
Once you’re ready to start booking clients, it’s important to market your business. There are a number of different ways to do this, such as online and offline marketing. Online marketing channels include social media, search engine optimization (SEO), and paid advertising. Offline marketing channels include networking, word-of-mouth, and print advertising. Don’t worry our comprehensive training and team of in-house experts help you with all of this!
8. Provide excellent customer service.
One of the best ways to keep your clients coming back for more is to provide them with excellent customer service. This means being friendly, professional, and responsive to their needs. It also means offering high-quality services and making sure that your clients are happy with their results.
