Pre-Wedding Tanning

I'm going to get a spray tan before my bridal shower because I'm wearing a white dress and I want to try it out to see if I'll like it for my wedding.

No to tanning beds for me. I don't think they're worth it for the possible damage done.. And have you ever seen final destination? Nuhuh.

I used to manage a tanning salon. if you're going to use tanning beds, you definitely want to go in slowly. Start at a very low time frame in a bed with a good lotion and the stick on eyewear. Ask the salon consultant which bed they recommend for beginners. They will be able to give you some guidance as far as their equipment.

Katrina is right. I do not promote using a tanning bed but a long time ago I tried it. The first few times I went for short periods and barely saw a difference so the fourth time I stayed in a little longer and I FRIED. If you go, follow the instructions and go slowly (but honestly, skin cancer is a real concern, I wouldn't recommend it).

Also, if your FH isn't tan, you might look especially dark next to him in pictures if you do a deep tan, so stop at a glow

Please just use a spray tan, or embrace your natural skin. You don't want to look "fake" on your wedding day.

And skin cancer is real. I had a mole removed on my back that has ruined my tattoo and has left a scar that resembles a bullet hole. They had to dig down through my muscle with just local anesthetic.

It could have been a lot worse, but even just that was awful.

No one is ever going to be like "the bride's skin is too pale."

I spray tan for all major events! Honestly, go 48 hours before the big event. Your tan won't come off or get on your clothes. I go to a lady who does it and she does an awesome job.

Actual tanning beds aren't worth it. Wrinkles are real and so is skin cancer. I used to tan a lot back in the day, I've had to have moles removed as a result. It's not worth it, honestly.

Yikes okay. I guess I just really need to go in an talk to a consultant. I am very fair skinned, and I don't get dark at all--I guess I am just hoping for a bit more contrast between me and the white dress! Plus we are headed to Belize after and I wanted a little base so I didn't completely lobster-fy there.....I just will have to make a trip over and talk to someone. Thank you ladies!

@FutureLivi thanks for the spray tan confidence!

Spray tans won't come off on the dress. I would play volleyball, white kneepads, socks, etc... Make sure you follow the pre-spray tan steps and you'll be fine. You may have gone too dark your first time. Talk to the tanning locations consultant for advice