At our River North salon, every goGLOW airbrush tan is hand applied by a certified technician using our proprietary technique and custom-blended formula. The experience is quick, personalized, and built around your tone, your schedule, and your skin.
For those who prefer a traditional development window.
This option allows your glow to build gradually over 12-24 hours and is great for overnight development.
Perfect for clients who need to glow on the go.
Rinse in just 3-5 hours while your tan continues to develop naturally over the next 24 hours.
Every session includes:
Subtle glow with a soft finish for first-timers or everyday wear.
Rich bronze payoff customized for deeper tones or dramatic results.
Earn points with every visit. Redeem for free tans, member exclusives, and seasonal perks.
No fees. Just glow.
755 N Wells St, Chicago, 60654
Hours of Operation
Monday 10AM – 9PM
Tuesday 9AM – 9PM
Wed – Fri 7AM – 9PM
Sat – Sun 10AM – 6PM
We suggest booking your goGLOW 2-3 days before a main event like a gala or wedding, and booking your glow 1 day before you leave for vacation!
If you are new to goGLOW and considering it before your wedding day, a ‘trial’ tan is suggested for weddings 2-6 weeks prior. We offer brides 20% off their ‘trial tan’ when booked 2-6 weeks before the big day! Book using the note ‘bridal trial 20% off’ and we will take care of your discount when you pay after the service is complete!
On average, 5–7 days. Factors such as skin type, activities and maintenance can cause your results to vary. Your goGLOW specialist will suggest products to help maintain your goGLOW, and you can shop these in advance here!
The rapid solution is a $10 add on. It is a stronger solution (higher % of DHA with more binding factors making it a little stickier) which allows you to rinse off sooner.
You can take a cool water rinse a few hours after you are sprayed, instead of the regular solution in which you wait 12+ hours. Your specialist will give you an exact rinse time based on your consultation; this rinse time is very important as the end result will depend on how long you waited to rinse off initially. If you rinse 2 hours later, the end result will be significantly lighter than if you waited 5+ hours! We suggest 3-4 hours for most clients. The first shower is just cool water; no body wash, soaps, shampoo, etc. The color will continue to develop for 24 hours after you were sprayed. If at any point, after you rinse, you feel dark enough and you’re satisfied with your color development, you can take a full shower with CLEANSE and HYDRATE, use makeup etc. There is no difference in the quality of the result compared to the ‘regular’ solution.
To get the best results, we suggest waiting at least 12 hours before rinsing off in the shower or using any products (with our regular solution). We use the highest grade solutions on the market today. Your tan will not feel sticky or have a strong odor before your first rinse.
Your goGLOW specialist can discuss other options with you, like our Rapid Tan formula, which allows you to rinse off in 3-5 hours (sometimes sooner, sometimes longer!). Your goGLOW specialist will give you an exact time to rinse, which depends on your skin’s complexion and your desired results. The Rapid Tan formula is best for those who are very active and would like to exercise or sweat in the first 24 hours of their goGLOW.
Alongside the industries experts in sunless tanning, we have created our own sunless solution, and source as many organic ingredients as possible. All solutions are custom mixed to the individual’s skin tone and are paraben-free and sulfate-free for optimal results.
If you are having “orange” results with other spray tans, it can be due to the variations in quality in sunless solutions. Low grade DHA and low quality (cheap) products have a tendency to react with skin poorly, causing it to look “orange.” Over exposure and over-darkening of the skin, or using expired products can also have this effect. If you are having “orange” results with high-quality solutions (like goGLOW), this could be due to your skin’s chemistry. A pH imbalance or improperly prepared skin can impact how your goGLOW tan looks. We start each service with a pH balancing solution that coats your skin and balances any overly-dry areas to create the most even and natural looking glow possible. Traditional soaps (think Dove, Dial, Caress etc.) strip the skin’s acid mantle of it’s natural repairing oils, which leads to an unbalanced pH – which creates uneven fading, rapid fading, orange tans and dry skin. We recommend our pH balancing sulfate-free CLEANSE body wash for all showers before and after your goGLOW.
Our team has been extensively trained on the goGLOW superior sunless tanning technique, one that cannot be replicated anywhere else. We are truly passionate about our craft and are always looking to perfect it. Simply put, it’s not a spray tan it’s a goGLOW.
During your goGLOW session, we recommend wearing dark undergarments or swimwear. Remember, what you wear during your session will be your “tan line”!
For our male clients, undergarments are required.
For our female clients, this is up to you and your level of comfort.
After your goGLOW session, it is best to wear long pants and long sleeves (cotton, breathable and loose clothing) to avoid skin to skin contact. You should avoid wearing any denim, or tight sports wear within the first few hours, so plan accordingly.
We suggest getting a manicure and pedicure service a day or two before your goGLOW tan. Getting a full manicure and pedicure AFTER your goGLOW would involve soaking and scrubbing, which would remove the goGLOW from your hands, arms, feet, and legs.
If you need to get your nail services done AFTER the goGLOW, we recommend a “polish change only”.
Our solutions do not stain nail polish colors, and can easily be wiped off the nails.
For your first shower, we recommend just a cool water rinse. This means no soaps! To dry, pat your skin lightly with a towel. After your first rinse you can apply HYDRATE lotion.
After 24 hours, or when you are happy with your color development after you have rinsed, shower with CLEANSE, a sulfate-free body wash. This is available to purchase at the time of your service or through our shopping tab on our website.
Avoid long hot showers, baths, loofahs and exfoliants for 5–7 days.
Avoid excessive sweating.
Apply HYDRATE twice daily 24 hours after your goGLOW. Avoid moisturizers with the following ingredients—alpha hydroxy acids, alcohol, ethanol, mineral oil and petroleum. These products promote your skin’s natural exfoliation, dry skin and strip your skin of its gorgeous glow!
Drink plenty of water before and after your goGLOW, as it keeps your skin hydrated.
Minimize the time you spend in chlorinated water.
Our solution is water-soluble and should come out of fabrics that are machine washable.
We recommend that you wear loose-fitting long sleeves, long pants and dark cotton clothing right after your goGLOW session, and avoid wearing anything “dry clean only” until after your first cool water rinse. We are not responsible for any clothing that is stained during or after the tan process.
You shouldn’t. Spray tanning on top of any layer of sunburned skin is at risk for peeling. Exfoliating aggressively prior to the spray tan may irritate the burnt area which can trigger peeling skin. Once the tan is applied, the affected area may become dry and begin the peeling process. When the tan developed and the peel occurs, it begins to look very patchy and uneven. The areas that are most at risk for peeling are the décolletage, shoulders and upper back. Even if the sunburn was mild, a few weeks ago and appears to be healed, damaged skin cells may still be under the surface and affect how your goGLOW develops. Stay protected with generous amounts of sunscreen when you have skin exposed to the sun!
Not necessarily. It depends on how deep the tan lines are (aka how much sun damage you’ve experienced), and the size of the lines. We can do our best, but we cannot guarantee full tan line coverage.
Bottom line, use lots of sunscreen and do not rely on your spray tan artist to fill in tan lines!
For an event where tan line coverage is critical, we strongly recommend a trial tan 2-3 weeks before the event to ensure you’re comfortable with the process and happy with the results. Keep in mind you will not be able to spray tan over a recently sunburnt skin (within 4 weeks of a sunburn).
Once you have rinsed off, and your color is developed to your liking, you’re ready to CLEANSE and HYDRATE! Keep in mind color development occurs for up to 24 hours.
CLEANSE is our pH balancing and hydrating body wash, safe for daily use and perfect for using with your goGLOW custom sunless tan. We love this formula as it is sulfate-free, paraben-free, and boosts skin’s elasticity while keeping you smooth and hydrated. Hyaluronic acid, organic Calendula extract, and organic Meadowsweet extract are the all-stars in this product as they are full of antioxidants.
HYDRATE is our argan-oil infused whipped body butter. Apply 2 times daily post-goGLOW to increase the durability and maintain vibrancy of your goGLOW tan. This antioxidant packed hydrating body butter improves skin tone, texture and pigmentation. Lock in moisture with HYDRATE for natural, youthful looking skin everyday, but especially with your goGLOW. HYDRATE is gluten-free, vegan, paraben + sulfate-free lotion made with argan oil, shea butter, hyaluronic acid, aloe leaf juice, organic hemp seed oil and other yummy plant-based oils and hydrators.
If you do not own CLEANSE or HYDRATE yet, we suggest you AVOID soaps—and anything that contains sodium lauryl/laureth sulfate (SLS). Bar soaps and Dove body products are especially harsh to the skin, as they have the most SLS and highest pH, so those are a no-go for most skin types. SLS is an additive and an emulsifier that allows cleansing products to foam. This ingredient strips your skin of its natural oils and fatty acids—which will take your tan with it! Instead, try a soap-free & sulfate-free cleanser (like CLEANSE) in all of your showers, which will gently lift any dirt and impurities off your skin while leaving your goGLOW perfectly intact!
When you’re ready to moisturize and hydrate, generic drugstore lotions are not your spray tan friends! Common lotions have parabens (preservatives) to lengthen the product’s shelf life. Four different types of parabens can be found in cosmetics: ethyl paraben, butyl paraben, methyl paraben, and propyl paraben. Instead, look for lotions and products that are paraben-free and use them within 6 months to a year. Mineral oil is in most lotions and cosmetics, and works by forming an oily layer on top of the skin and trapping water in your skin. Using mineral oil based lotions will cause your tan to fade quicker because mineral oil is made from petroleum, and breaks down the spray tan on the top layer of your skin. Instead, try a natural oil that is good for your skin and spray tan—like argan-oil and coconut-oil based hydrating lotions, like HYDRATE.
Alpha hydroxy acids, lactic acids, citric acids and glycolic acids help your dead skin cells fall off—great for exfoliating a few days before your goGLOW but not so great to make your tan last! Skip these ingredients until your goGLOW has faded.
If you like to maintain a healthy anti-aging regimen on your face (toners, exfoliators, retinoids, brightening masks etc.), please continue to do so! Keep in mind, the facial skin layers will shed faster, and will lose the goGLOW color a bit faster. goGLOW TOUCH UP is an at-home aerosol sunless solution formula you can use anytime to refresh the areas that fade faster (think face, decolletage and hands!)
For longer vacations, or when you just want your goGLOW to last a little bit longer, you can incorporate goGLOW EXTEND into your at-home routine! EXTEND is our gradual self tanning moisturiser to extend the life of your natural and sunless glow, while illuminating and tightening the skin. This moisturizer is jam-packed with plant-based oils and antioxidants, like coconut oil,sunflower seed oil, hyaluronic acid, black tea extract, caffeine, and so many more!
Yes! But first, we’ll need a signed waiver from your parent/guardian.
Congratulations! We will not provide services to those in their first trimester. After your first trimester you are ready to get glowing after completion of our consent form (this can be signed when you arrive to your appointment).
After your first rinse, the cosmetic bronzer in the tan formula is washed away. This portion is water soluble and should easily come out of any machine-washable clothing. If any residual cosmetic bronzer is left on your skin (make sure to rinse very well) then that technically could rub off onto clothing, but it is unlikely to stay on the skin for more than 1 or 2 showers. If you use our CLEANSE wash that should help remove the excess bronzer and lock in the tan to your skin.
The DHA (active tan ingredient) browns your skin cells, so it’s not a dye or makeup that can transfer. However your skin cells can be rubbed away due to tight friction and sweat (think wiring in an underwire bra, or boning in a tight dress). This would only be evident on the *inside* of a garment, and very likely come clean when your dress is cleaned and preserved after the wedding when your dress is dirty regardless! 🙂
You could apply some powder to your skin mid-day where your dress rubs; Body Dust by Megababe is one of our favorites!
Another thing to consider; if you exfoliate very well prior to your spray appointments (using our EXFOLIATE mitt ) then that will remove the dead skin cells properly. If your skin has not been properly scrubbed the tan is more likely to ‘rub off’ when sweat + tight clothing rubs your skin.
Custom color. Skin-first solutions. Confidence in every session.
River North is one of Chicago IL’s most vibrant, design-forward neighborhoods — a community where style is taken seriously and the standard for personal care and beauty reflects the energy and sophistication of the city itself. At goGLOW River North, we built our custom spray tanning experience around the clients who live, work, and thrive in this neighborhood — people who know the difference between a beautiful, natural looking tan and an orange, streaky result that no amount of confidence can save, and who expect a spray tan artist with the skill, the knowledge, and the custom blended formulas to deliver the former every single time.
Located in the heart of River North near Clark St and Wells St, goGLOW Chicago IL is your destination for a sinless tan that looks genuinely extraordinary — streak free, flawless, expertly applied by a passionate spray tan artist who treats every session as a creative and technical achievement rather than a transactional appointment. No UV exposure. No sun damage. No orange. Just a custom spray tan that enhances your natural pigmentation, complements your skin tone, and gives you the kind of bronze glow that Chicago IL clients come back for season after season.
Chicago IL presents a unique challenge for anyone who loves a beautiful, consistent tan. The season for natural outdoor sun is genuinely limited, UV exposure opportunities are compressed into a few warm months, and the risk of sun damage from trying to maintain a year-round glow through traditional tanning methods is real and cumulative. goGLOW River North exists to solve that problem permanently — offering Chicago IL’s most personalized, most expertly applied custom spray tanning experience as a genuinely superior alternative to UV exposure that produces better, safer, more consistent results on every skin tone and every skin type we work with at our River North salon.
What separates a goGLOW River North custom spray tan from every other spray tanning option in Chicago IL begins with the consultation. Before your spray tan artist applies a single drop of solution to your skin, they sit down with you to understand your skin tone, assess your skin type, evaluate your natural pigmentation, and discuss the specific depth, finish, and overall result you want to achieve. This is the moment your perfect sinless tan is conceptualized — and it is what makes goGLOW River North’s custom blended approach categorically different from the standard salon experience where a generic solution is applied without genuine consideration for the individual standing in front of the artist.
Your spray tan artist then selects and blends a custom formula from the goGLOW professional line — matching shade, undertone, and DHA concentration to your specific skin tone, skin type, and desired outcome. The result is a custom spray that develops naturally on your skin, enhances your individual pigmentation, and produces a bronze glow that looks like you just returned from a genuinely perfect vacation rather than a Chicago IL salon — streak free, flawless, and completely natural looking at every angle, in every light, and in every moment of your life between appointments.
Understanding how a goGLOW River North custom spray tanning session works helps new clients arrive prepared, feel comfortable throughout the experience, and get the most beautiful, longest-lasting results possible from every appointment.
Your session at our River North location begins with a genuine skin assessment and consultation. Your passionate spray tan artist evaluates your skin tone and skin type — including any pigmentation variations, areas of dry skin, previous tan residue, or skin sensitivity concerns that should inform the custom blended formula selection — and discusses your goals, your timeline, and the specific occasion or lifestyle context you are tanning for. Whether you are preparing for a wedding, a vacation, a special event, or simply maintaining the beautiful natural looking tan that has become part of your everyday life in Chicago IL, this consultation shapes every decision that follows.
Formula selection comes next. Your goGLOW artist chooses and blends a solution from our professional custom spray line — a clean, organic-infused formula that is developed with skin health as a central priority, free from harsh chemicals that compromise skin integrity over time, and infused with DHA concentrations matched precisely to your skin tone and desired depth. The goal is always a custom spray that develops naturally, fades evenly, and produces a streak free, natural looking tan that complements your skin rather than fighting against it.
The application is entirely expertly applied by hand by your spray tan artist — never a booth, never automated equipment, never a process that cannot see and respond to the unique characteristics of your body in real time. Your artist works across your entire body with precision and care, paying particular attention to the areas most prone to uneven absorption and using technique refinements developed through genuine expertise and real-world experience across Chicago IL’s full range of skin tones and skin types. The result is consistently flawless — a custom spray tan that looks professionally done in the best possible sense of that phrase, which is to say it looks like your skin at its most beautiful rather than like something applied to it.
Before you leave our River North salon, your spray tan artist walks you through your aftercare routine — how to dress after leaving the studio, how long to wait before rinsing, which lotion and product choices will best maintain your tan and keep your skin hydrated between sessions, and when to schedule your next appointment for the most consistent, beautiful results over time.
Achieving the most beautiful, streak free, natural looking tan from your goGLOW River North session begins with proper preparation before you arrive at our Chicago IL location. Clients who prepare their skin correctly consistently get noticeably better results — deeper, more even, longer-lasting custom spray tans that develop cleanly and fade gracefully rather than patchily.
Exfoliate your entire body in the shower 24 hours before your appointment using an exfoliating scrub or mitt to remove dead skin cells, residue from any previous tan, and any buildup that could create an uneven surface for the goGLOW solution to absorb into. If you wax regularly, schedule your wax appointment at least 24 to 48 hours before your spray tan session rather than on the same day — waxing immediately before a spray tan can affect how the solution absorbs into freshly treated skin and compromise the evenness of your result.
Arrive at our River North salon with clean, completely dry skin that is free of lotion, oil, deodorant, perfume, and any other product that could create a barrier on the skin surface. These products interfere with how the DHA in our custom spray formula interacts with your skin and can lead to uneven, patchy development that undermines the quality of your tan. Come clean, come dry, and let your goGLOW spray tan artist work with the best possible canvas.
Wear or bring loose, dark clothing to your appointment. After your expertly applied spray tan, the formula needs time to develop on the skin before it is exposed to friction, moisture, or compression from tight clothing. Loose, dark fabrics minimize transfer risk and allow the solution to develop evenly and beautifully from the moment you leave our River North location through the full development window before your first rinse.
One of the things River North clients love most about their goGLOW custom spray tanning experience is how versatile and occasion-appropriate the results are across every moment of Chicago IL life — from everyday confidence maintenance to the highest-stakes events where looking absolutely extraordinary is non-negotiable.
For everyday tan maintenance, goGLOW River North’s lighter and medium formula options create a natural looking bronze glow that enhances your skin tone and pigmentation subtly and beautifully — adding warmth and luminosity to your complexion in a way that complements your beauty routine, your wardrobe, and your personal style without announcing itself as a spray tan. Regular appointments every one to two weeks depending on your skin type and lifestyle keep your glow consistent and your skin looking vibrant and polished through every season in Chicago IL, including the long winter months when UV exposure opportunities are essentially nonexistent and a sinless tan is the only intelligent path to maintaining a beautiful bronze.
For special events — a wedding in River North, a gala in Chicago IL, a reunion, a photoshoot, or any occasion where the way you look and feel genuinely matters — a goGLOW custom spray tan delivers the kind of confidence and beauty enhancement that transforms how you carry yourself from the moment you look in the mirror. A perfectly chosen, expertly applied, custom blended spray tan from our River North salon changes how clothing looks on the body, how skin photographs in every lighting condition, and how people respond to you when you walk into a room full of Chicago IL’s most well-dressed, style-conscious individuals.
For vacation preparation — whether you are leaving Chicago IL for a beach destination, a warm-weather city, or any trip where you want to arrive already glowing rather than spending your first several days building a base — a goGLOW River North spray tan gives you the perfect bronze starting point that makes every vacation outfit look better, every beach or poolside moment feel more confident, and every photograph from your trip more beautiful. Book your pre-vacation appointment with us at our River North location and leave for Milwaukee, Miami, or wherever your next adventure takes you already looking like you belong somewhere warm.
River North is one of Chicago IL’s most discerning neighborhoods — home to world-class restaurants, galleries, salons, and beauty destinations that set the standard for the city. The clients who choose goGLOW River North for their custom spray tanning represent the full diversity of this community, from busy professionals and creatives who maintain their tan as part of their personal brand to brides and event attendees who come to us for one-time sessions that need to be absolutely perfect.
What they all have in common is an expectation of quality — and a happy, loyal return rate that reflects exactly how consistently goGLOW River North meets and exceeds that expectation. Our salon’s rating and reputation in the Chicago IL beauty community is built on the individual experiences of every client we have served at our River North location — every streak free, flawless, natural looking tan that left our studio and went out into the world earning compliments, turning heads, and making the person wearing it feel genuinely beautiful and confident in their own skin.
Our spray tan artists are passionate about their craft in a way that is immediately apparent to every client who books an appointment with us. They stay at the forefront of custom spray tanning technique, formula development, and skin care knowledge — bringing that expertise to every session with the enthusiasm and precision of professionals who genuinely love what they do and are deeply committed to the results they produce for the people who trust them with their skin. At goGLOW River North, your tan is never just a tan. It is a personal achievement that your artist takes as seriously as you do.
Booking your goGLOW River North spray tan is simple, convenient, and entirely online — designed to fit the busy schedules of Chicago IL clients who do not have time to wait on hold or navigate complicated booking processes to secure an appointment at their favorite salon. Visit our website, choose your preferred day and time, select the services you want — custom spray tanning, add-on treatments, or any combination that suits your skin and your goals — and confirm your booking in minutes.
We are open throughout the week including Saturday to serve River North and Chicago IL clients whose weekday schedules make it difficult to fit a spray tan appointment into their routine. We recommend booking in advance, particularly for Saturday appointments and during high-demand periods when our River North location calendar fills quickly. Same-day appointments are occasionally available — check online or send us a message and our team will let you know what is open.
If you have questions about which services are right for your skin tone, your skin type, your specific occasion, or anything else about the goGLOW River North custom spray tanning experience before you book, we are happy to help. Send us a message through our website and our knowledgeable, friendly team will get back to you with the information and guidance you need to feel completely comfortable and ready for the most beautiful spray tan of your life.
Your perfect sinless tan is waiting for you at goGLOW River North near Clark St and Wells St in Chicago IL. Book today, come ready, and leave with a custom blended, expertly applied, streak free, natural looking bronze glow that makes River North — and everywhere else your Chicago IL life takes you — look even more beautiful than it already does.
goGLOW River North is located near Clark St and Wells St in Chicago IL, serving clients throughout River North and the greater Chicago area. Book your custom spray tanning appointment online today.
River North is a prominent downtown neighborhood known for its high-rise residential towers, art galleries, restaurants, nightlife, and proximity to the central business district. Located just north of the Chicago River, it is one of the city’s most vibrant urban neighborhoods and a major destination for dining and entertainment.
Interstate 90/94 (Kennedy Expressway) – 550 W Ohio St, 60654
US Highway 41 (Lake Shore Drive) – 600 N Lake Shore Dr, 60611
Illinois Street Corridor – 400 W Illinois St, 60654
Grand Avenue – 600 W Grand Ave, 60654
No colleges or universities are located entirely within River North.
Montgomery Ward Park – 630 N Kingsbury St, 60654
Ward (A. Montgomery) Park – 630 N Kingsbury St, 60654
Connors Park – 550 N St Clair St, 60611
River Esplanade Park – 500 N Kingsbury St, 60654
The Riverwalk (adjacent access) – 401 N Michigan Ave, 60611
No airports are located within River North. Nearby options:
Midway International Airport – 5700 S Cicero Ave, 60638
O’Hare International Airport – 10000 W O’Hare Ave, 60666
Chicago River – 401 N Michigan Ave, 60611
Lake Michigan (near eastern edge) – 600 N Lake Shore Dr, 60611
Merchandise Mart – 222 W Merchandise Mart Plaza, 60654
House of Blues Chicago – 329 N Dearborn St, 60654
Chicago Architecture Center (nearby) – 111 E Wacker Dr, 60601
Bally’s Chicago (former Medinah Temple) – 600 N Wabash Ave, 60611
The Mart Riverwalk – 222 W Merchandise Mart Plaza, 60654
Richard H. Driehaus Museum – 40 E Erie St, 60611
Gallery District – 300 W Superior St, 60654
Gallery District – 300 W Superior St, 60654
Cathedral District – 735 N State St, 60654
Kingsbury Corridor – 700 N Kingsbury St, 60654
Riverwalk Area – 350 N Orleans St, 60654
East River North – 600 N Rush St, 60611
West River North – 700 W Chicago Ave, 60654
Ontario Street Entertainment District – 100 W Ontario St, 60654
