What's the Best Body Wash to Use After a Spray Tan?
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You've booked the appointment, paid for the tan, and carefully avoided getting wet on the way home. Now let's talk about what you're using in the shower.
Because if you're particular about your spray tan, your body wash probably deserves a little more consideration than whatever happens to be sitting in your shower.
Does Body Wash Affect Your Spray Tan?
It can.
A spray tan develops when DHA (dihydroxyacetone) reacts with amino acids in the outermost layer of your skin. The color gradually fades as those skin cells naturally shed.
That's why what you do in the shower matters.
Aggressive exfoliation can speed up fading, and cleansers that leave your skin feeling dry or stripped aren't ideal when you're trying to maintain an even-looking tan.
You don't need to avoid washing your body. You just want to be a little more intentional about what you're washing it with.
What Makes a Body Wash Good for Spray Tans?
Gentle Cleansing Without Unnecessary Exfoliation
There's a time and place for a good exfoliation. Usually before your next spray tan, not while you're trying to keep the one you have.
A daily body wash should remove sweat, oil, and buildup without leaving your skin feeling stripped.
That's especially important for anyone who spray tans regularly and wants to keep their skin in good condition between appointments.
A Formula That Considers Your Skin's pH
Your skin naturally has a slightly acidic surface that helps maintain its protective barrier.
And while pH isn't the only thing that determines how gentle a cleanser is, it's something we considered carefully when developing Golden State.
We wanted a body wash that cleanses effectively while being mindful of your skin's natural balance.
Skin-Conditioning Ingredients
Your body wash is on your skin for a relatively short time, but that doesn't mean the formula doesn't matter.
We wanted Golden State to feel like a premium body care product, not just something you tolerate because you have a spray tan.
That's why we included three types of ceramides, squalane, hyaluronic acid, glycerin, and panthenol—ingredients known for their skin-conditioning and moisture-supporting properties.
Because taking care of your tan shouldn't mean compromising on the rest of your skincare routine.
Meet Golden State: A Body Wash Made for Sunless Tanners
We created Golden State pH Balancing Body Wash because we couldn't find a body wash that addressed what bothered us most about spray tanning.
The smell.
We'd tried plenty of cleansers that smelled great in the bottle but weren't developed to help with the unwanted odor that comes with DHA tanning.
So we made our own.
Golden State is a pH-balancing body wash formulated specifically for sunless tanners. It's designed to gently cleanse your skin, support its natural pH balance, and help combat post-tan odor.
And unlike products that rely on a strong fragrance to make you feel fresh, Golden State comes in both scented and unscented versions.
Shop Golden State pH Balancing Body Wash
Can You Use Golden State Even When You Don't Have a Tan?
Of course.
Golden State is a daily body wash. You don't need a fresh spray tan—or any tan at all—to use it.
We developed it with sunless tanners in mind, but it's still a body wash made for everyday cleansing.
So whether you're freshly bronzed, between appointments, or taking a break from tanning altogether, Golden State can stay in your shower.
The Bottom Line
If you're looking for the best body wash after a spray tan, our recommendation is pretty simple: use one that was actually developed with sunless tanners in mind.
Golden State was created to do more than smell nice in the shower. It's a pH-balancing body wash designed for everyday cleansing with the added benefit of helping combat unwanted post-tan odor.
You put thought into your tan. We put thought into what you wash it with.
Your tan deserves better.
