Professional Spray Tan Artist Foundation

Your professional artistry journey begins here.

Become a confident, knowledgeable and professionally trained spray tan artist with SkinSmart™ Training.

Exceptional spray tanning begins with understanding the skin, mastering colour and developing the practical skills to deliver beautiful, personalised results.

SkinSmart™ Professional Spray Tan Artist Foundations is designed for complete beginners who want more than a basic spray tan qualification. Combining comprehensive online education with personalised, one-to-one practical training, this professional pathway provides the knowledge, equipment and confidence to begin your career in sunless tanning.

Developed through decades of industry experience, our science-led approach teaches you not only how to perform a professional spray tan, but why different skin characteristics, formulations and application techniques influence the finished result.

What you'll learn

• Skin Science & DHA Fundamentals: Understand skin structure, the tanning process and how different skin characteristics influence colour development.

• Professional Colour Theory: Learn to recognise skin undertones, select appropriate tanning formulations and create personalised results.

• Client Consultation & Skin Assessment: Develop professional consultation skills, understand contraindications and identify individual client requirements.

• Spray Tan Equipment & Application: Learn equipment setup, spray gun control, application sequences, positioning and professional treatment techniques.

• Preparation & Aftercare: Understand how to prepare the skin, support colour development and maximise the longevity of a spray tan.

• Professional Standards & Business Foundations: Explore hygiene, client experience, treatment pricing and the essential principles of running a professional spray tanning service.

Learn online. Perfect your technique in person.

Begin with structured online lessons, professional demonstrations and interactive learning materials, allowing you to develop your theoretical knowledge at your own pace.

Once your foundational learning is complete, you'll attend an exclusive, one-to-one practical training session with an approved SkinSmart™ Educator.

Your educator will guide you through equipment handling, client consultation, professional application and practical assessment, ensuring you receive individual attention and personalised feedback.

Your professional starter kit

Your UK training package includes a comprehensive professional spray tanning kit, featuring:

• Professional spray tanning machine and compatible spray gun.

• Spray tanning tent.

• Professional uniform.

• Selected tanning solutions and preparation products.

• Essential treatment accessories.

Continue your professional development.

Following successful completion of your foundational training, you'll unlock additional advanced skin and colour science education, allowing you to continue developing your expertise and progress towards specialist artistry.

Your career starts with exceptional foundations.

Professional Spray Tan Artist Foundations — £1,495 + VAT

Includes online theory, one-to-one practical training and assessment, and a professional starter kit. Practical competence must be demonstrated before certification. Course accreditation and insurance eligibility will be stated according to the approvals held.