Airbrush Spray Tans in San Diego

You want a real, natural looking glow with none of the sun. That is exactly what an airbrush spray tan in San Diego is for. At Kat Eye Studios, Kat De Wit gives you color that looks like you, only lit from within, and she does every tan herself.

The studio sits in Bay Park, right off Morena Blvd near the Tecolote Rd exit. That makes a spray tan in San Diego easy to fit in from Pacific Beach, Mission Beach, Point Loma, Old Town, or La Jolla. Kat is a licensed California esthetician and has run this studio since 2019.

Here is what you get. One artist who knows what she is doing, a color matched to your skin, and a fast, comfortable appointment. Weddings, vacations, photos, holiday parties, NYE, any time a lot of skin shows, this is your glow.

Two spray tans, priced by service

No guessing on price. Here is exactly what a tan costs.

Signature airbrush spray tan, $50, about 15 minutes

This is your classic, even, all over glow. Kat airbrushes the color on by hand so it lands smooth and natural, no streaks and no orange. Great for a first tan, a beach weekend, or a quick refresh before an event. About 15 minutes and you are out the door.

Contour spray tan, $70, about 30 minutes

The contour spray tan does more than add color. Kat layers it to bring out your muscle definition and body shape, so you look sculpted and toned. Perfect for a wedding, a photo shoot, or any event where you want extra definition. Give it about 30 minutes. A contour tan is not a standard menu item everywhere in San Diego, and it is one of Kat's favorites.

What to expect at your appointment

The studio is in Bay Park, off Morena. You arrive with clean, dry skin and Kat takes it from there. She matches your color, airbrushes it on by hand, and walks you through how to keep it looking great. The signature tan takes about 15 minutes and the contour about 30. Wear something dark and loose so nothing rubs while your color sets.

How to prep

A little prep makes a big difference. Do this the night before, not the morning of.

• Exfoliate the night before your appointment.
• Shave the night before rather than the morning of.
• Arrive with clean, dry skin.
• No lotion, oil, deodorant, makeup, or sunscreen on your skin.
• Wear something dark and loose.

How to make it last

Your color develops in the top layer of your skin and fades as that layer sheds. Treat it gently and it lasts.

• Starting the morning after you rinse, use plain unscented lotion twice a day.
• Keep showers shorter and cooler.
• Skip scrubs and exfoliating mitts.
• Planning around an event? Book your tan to land two to three days before.

Lashes and a tan in one visit

Getting ready for something big? You can do your lashes and your spray tan in the same visit, one stop for event prep. Book your eyelash extensions first, then your tan, so your color goes on last and stays flawless. New to lashes? Take a look at what eyelash extensions cost in San Diego before you book.

Spray tan FAQ

How long does a spray tan last?

Your color sits in the top layer of your skin and fades as that layer sheds. Baby it with unscented lotion, shorter cooler showers, and no scrubs, and it lasts longer.

When should I get a spray tan before a wedding or event?

Book your tan to land two to three days before the big day. That gives your color time to settle into its best shade.

Can I shower after a spray tan?

Yes. After your first rinse, keep showers shorter and cooler and skip scrubs and exfoliating mitts so your glow lasts.

What should I wear to my appointment?

Something dark and loose. Tight clothes can rub while your color sets, so give it room.

What is the difference between a signature and a contour spray tan?

The signature airbrush tan is $50 and takes about 15 minutes for an even, all over glow. The contour tan is $70 and takes about 30 minutes, layered to bring out your muscle definition and body shape, not just color.

Do you offer spray tans and lashes on the same day?

Yes. You can book lashes and a spray tan in the same visit. Book your lashes first, then your tan.

Ready to glow?

Kat does every tan herself, right here in Bay Park. Book your spray tan and come get your color.