SkinSmart Level 3b – Muscle Tan® Competition Tanning Certification

Description

Elite Bodybuilding, Fitness & Physique Tanning

SkinSmart Level 3b – Muscle Tan® Competition Certification is an advanced specialist programme designed for professional spray tan artists who want to work at bodybuilding, fitness and physique shows and with high-performance competitive athletes.

This certification focuses on stage-standard application, muscle definition, colour depth and precision tanning techniques required in competitive environments where finish, structure and consistency are critical.

Level 3b is not an introduction to competition tanning.
It is a professional qualification for artists who want to be trusted in show environments and recognised for elite results.

Programme Overview

This programme develops your ability to:

• prepare athletes for stage presentation
• apply competition-standard tanning with precision and control
• enhance muscle definition and structure through strategic application
• build depth and tone suitable for intense stage lighting
• manage multiple athletes efficiently and professionally
• work confidently in high-pressure show environments

This is tanning at performance level.

Muscle Definition & Stage Finish

SkinSmart Level 3b places strong emphasis on:

• muscle mapping and enhancement
• strategic shading and depth placement
• definition of key muscle groups
• symmetry and proportion
• avoiding common competition tanning errors
• achieving clean, dry, stage-ready finishes

This programme is about structure, control and impact.

Show & Athlete Protocols

You will be trained in:

• athlete skin preparation protocols
• competition-day procedures
• layering techniques for depth and durability
• touch-up and correction methods
• backstage professionalism and conduct
• athlete care and communication
• time management in show environments
• federation expectations and standards

This prepares you for real-world competition work.

Professional Competition Kit – Included

Level 3b includes a full professional Muscle Tan® competition kit (worth over £200) to ensure all students are trained using the correct products, bases and tools.

This protects:
• your results
• the Muscle Tan® finish
• and professional standards

And ensures you leave ready to work.

Your kit includes:

• Muscle Tan® professional competition solution
• approved prep and base products
• professional applicator bottles
• blending and touch-up tools
• gloves and accessories
• protocol and aftercare materials

This ensures consistency, performance and confidence from day one.

Products & Professional Standard

Level 3b is delivered using the Muscle Tan® professional competition range as part of the SkinSmart x Muscle Tan® protocol.

You will be trained using federation-trusted, stage-proven products and learn how to achieve consistent, reliable results under demanding lighting and judging conditions.

This is a controlled, professional system – not guesswork.

Who This Programme Is For

SkinSmart Level 3b is designed for:

• qualified spray tan artists
• professionals already confident with application
• technicians wanting to work with athletes
• artists seeking to move into competition environments
• those wanting to specialise in bodybuilding, fitness and physique tanning

This programme is not suitable for beginners.

Professional Positioning

Level 3b allows you to:

• work with competitive athletes
• operate at bodybuilding and fitness shows
• position yourself as a specialist competition tanner
• command higher fees
• build relationships with federations and athletes
• be recognised for expertise, not just service

This is a specialist professional route.

Progression Routes

SkinSmart Level 3b sits within the SkinSmart professional framework and alongside:

• Level 3 – Spray Tan Mastery (artistry & contour)
• Level 3c – Manual Application (luxury treatment)
• Level 4 – Educator Pathway

This certification can be taken as a specialist route or as part of your wider professional progression.

Certification Status

Advanced Specialist Certification – Including Professional Competition Kit