The Truth About Spray Tanning: Tips, Myths & More with Emily, Founder of Bronze Palms

MONINA WRIGHT

The Truth About Spray Tanning: Tips, Myths & More with Emily, Founder of Bronze Palms

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If you’ve ever been curious about spray tanning but didn’t want to end up looking like a streaky carrot—this one's for you. In our latest episode of the Beauty Lab Podcast, Velia and I sat down with the incredible Emily Scott, founder of Bronze Palms, and got the full glow-down on professional spray tanning.


Emily’s story is all about bold pivots and building something beautiful—literally. She went from the corporate ad world in the Bay Area to launching not one, but two thriving spray tan salons in California. And let’s just say—she brings serious science, marketing smarts, and beauty passion to every client session.

💡 Why Spray Tanning Deserves a Glow-Up


Forget everything you think you know about spray tans. According to Emily, a professional tan is less “vacation bronze” and more “skin tint with benefits.” It evens your tone, hydrates your skin, and gives you that filter-like finish we all secretly want.

She even calls it semi-permanent body makeup—a total rebrand that makes sense for every skin tone.


✋ Self-Tanner vs. Spray Tan: Here’s the Deal

I’ll admit it—I’ve DIYed my tan more times than I can count. And yes, it’s sticky, it smells weird, and it never looks quite right.

Emily broke it down perfectly:


  • Self-tanning mousse is like painting your own nails. Doable, but not precise.
  • Professional spray tanning is like going to a luxe nail salon: custom, hydrating, and stress-free.

Plus, Bronze Palms uses a prep + tan + hydration system loaded with skin-loving ingredients like hyaluronic acid, aloe, and collagen. It’s skincare and a glow-up.


🧡 Busting the Two Biggest Spray Tan Myths


1. “Will I turn orange?”
Not with today’s tech. Emily uses professional solutions with clean, high-end ingredients that mimic your natural undertone.


2. “Should I leave it on longer to get darker?”
Nope! That’s actually drying you out. Her express tans develop in four hours and keep skin hydrated for a longer-lasting, more even glow.


👏 Emily’s Entrepreneur Story Is Just as Inspiring


I’ve known Emily since her early days tanning out of her condo (yes—condo!). She was building websites, working corporate, and still managing to create this beautiful service. Fast forward a few years and now she’s got two salons, a clean beauty product line, and a growing community.


As a fellow beauty pro, I totally relate to the hustle of building a business from the ground up. And seeing her success is such a reminder that passion, grit, and taking calculated risks can absolutely pay off.


Thinking of Trying a Spray Tan?


If you’re in the Bay Area or LA, Bronze Palms is a must. Whether you’ve got an event coming up or just want to feel extra glowy for summer, this is such an easy self-care win.


How To Find Emily and Bronze Palms


📍 Visit Bronze Palms

 📸 Follow Emily on IG


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