Tan Vita, which recently opened its doors in Neptune Beach, is a salon set on redefining the art of bronzing with luxury custom spray tans that both nourish the skin and leave it with an elegant, golden shine.
The salon is unique for its science-backed approach. Tan Vita’s spray tan solutions are made with high-quality natural and organic ingredients, including plant and mineral extracts. Not only does the solution give clients a natural-looking tan tailored to unique skin tone, but it’s also packed with non-toxic, skin-loving ingredients that nourish while they bronze.
The solutions are environmentally safe, reef-friendly and non-toxic — ideal for clients who prioritize both health and sustainability.
“After struggling with skin damage caused by UV exposure, I wanted to find a way to maintain a healthy, bronzed look without compromising my skin,” said Melissa Domingues, owner and founder of Tan Vita. “Spray tanning became my passion — one I approached with the same level of dedication and knowledge I brought to every other part of my career.”
Domingues is a seasoned beauty industry professional whose career spans decades, states and sectors.
Originally from Rhode Island, Domingues spent years immersed in all facets of the beauty world. She owned salons and boutiques, educated for well-known brands, and worked alongside beauty distributors, beauty schools and trade shows. Her background also includes time as an agent and talent scout for runway, film, television and commercials across all age groups.
Domingues’ passion for the industry and her experience struggling with skin damage led her to develop Tan Vita, her custom-blend spray tan studio where skin health and beauty go hand-in-hand.
Each appointment begins with a consultation to assess the client’s skin tone and desired glow, whether clients are prepping for a special occasion or simply searching for everyday radiance. Then, to prepare for the process, a barrier cream is applied to palms, knees, heels, elbows and nails to prevent over-absorption.
This is followed by a pH-balancing primer to prep the skin and a customized spray tan carefully blended to ensure an even, radiant finish. A talc-free setting powder is also applied for comfort. Finally, clients spend one to two minutes in a stand-up dryer, which allows them to head right back to their day, whether that entails work, errands, picking up the kids or shopping.
To help clients maintain their glow long after their appointment, Domingues created the Tan Vita line of luxury tanning products, designed to extend the life of a spray tan or elevate an at-home self-tan routine. The collection includes a tanning lotion, bronzing body mist, face mist, anti-aging bronzing serum for the face and a spray tan eraser.
“I’m so pleased with the reviews I’ve received from these products,” said Domingues. “It makes me so happy that my clients love them as much as I do.”
You can visit Tan Vita salon at 2050 Kings Circle South, Ste. G, Neptune Beach.
