Gotham Glow Airbrush Tanning

I can’t say enough good things about Gotham Glow. I have been spray tanning religiously for years and can confidently say it’s one of the best places in the city. The color is perfect, the best shade of bronze, lasts and fades naturally. The girls who work here are lovely and friendly, and they are super accommodating — always trying to make it work for your schedule, even if it’s last minute. You will not be disappointed coming here. Only bad thing is that you are sure to get addicted after one spray!

Darn. Was excited for my visit. Sadly I had a small (but serious) personal emergency today and had to cancel. I reached out last minute (I know, my bad) and tried to apologetically explain.
The email I received in response was cold and disinterested. They did however explain they would still be charging me for the missed appointment $ 75 and be happy to get me re-​booked. Wait, what?
I understand time is money, but have a touch of humanity. Customer Lost. Business is business, but relationships are what create longevity.

Unilocal, you lie! This is not a quality establishment. I have done spray tans before and the technicians were incredibly meticulous and thorough. Not here. This is a VERY quick spray with spray gun, and your feet and hands may not be even. The tan line she gave me with the paper thong was awful, I am shocked she didn’t know to give a nice even tan line, or maybe she just didn’t care. Additionally, my ankles are splotchy and my feet are totally different colors. Same thing with my wrists. I get those are difficult areas, but given these guys are supposedly professionals, i expected a lot more. not impressed, will not be back. the search continues… sigh ;-(

I am a repeat customer at Gotham Glow and they are fantastic. The tans are natural and not orange and they are very good at what they do. Getting locked in a bathroom in a public building is not the responsibility of Gotham Glow. Your issue should be with the building.

I had a horrible experience here! I tried calling them because I could not find the location and nobody answered. I arrived 5 minutes late because of this and was given attitude immediately from the receptionist. She told me I would be charged for my spray tan and that they would not be able to see me. I asked to speak to a manager who then offered a further rebuff and treated me like a child because I was 5 minutes late. She also told me they did not have time to answer the phone, even though they are paying someone to sit at the desk. I have never received such horrible customer service and I would not recommend this place, especially for the crazy prices they charge. They should be rolling at the red carpet at $ 75 a tan.

I actually haven’t had a tan here yet, but I booked one and was planning to go and ended up wanting to speak with someone over the phone about my situation. Someone immediately called me and was very honest and their recommendation was to hold off on the spray tan because my event was 5+ days away even though I was leaving for Europe the next day.
I appreciated them not being pushy or just trying to get the business. I will definitely be going there soon!

First time and loved it! I look like I just came back from a tropical vacation (I asked for a deep tan). Mandy was very good and sweet. I will return.
Details:
-$ 75 for spray tan (you can shower only after 8 hours)
-$ 85 express tan (you can shower after 4 hours)
–Dress in loose comfortable clothes after the tan, don’t go to the gym or sweat*
–Tan took about 10 min and then additional 10 – 15 to dry.

When it comes to our tans, they were great. But the service there– the woman working at the reception desk is awful (not the women doing the actual spray– they are very sweet)
Recently, I went with a group of 5 people for spray tans before a wedding, including the bride. Both the bride and I had been before to make sure we liked the tan.
The customer service was horrific. Right before our tans, we went into the bathroom in the hallway to wash our faces. We got locked in the bathroom– not just the bathroom stalls, but the bathroom room. The front desk woman came to get us out but she couldn’t get the door to budge. Maintenance came and they struggled too. Finally, as I was on the phone with 911 to get the fire department to come knock down the door, maintenance was able to knock down the door.
While this may not be a huge deal to everyone, it was VERY clear that the bride– who was locked with us in the bathroom and who is extremely claustrophobic– had a full fledge panic attack. It was clearly traumatic for her, and she was hysterical when they finally got us out. The woman at the front desk barely mustered an apology. Even though we were paying for 5 spray tans– and we were repeat customers– we were not even offered a discount on our services. That is not how a business should treat customers, especially customers who are providing them with a lot of business.

I love when I find a place that just gets it and good at what they do. It’s always enjoyable without any fuss. They are very down to earth and have tanning down to a science. I appreciate never having to worry about gimmicks or choosing from a menu of too many choices. All I need to do is tell them why I’m getting the tan and they take it from there. Always easy, always good.

I don’t ever write Unilocal reviews. But Gotham Glow did such an amazing job I made an exception. Not only is the staff always very friendly and accommodating, the tans look amazing and last! Their office has a great location by Madison Square Park, and you’re in and out in a matter of minutes! It’s not often that I’m standing naked in front of people, but the staff always makes me feel very comfortable and at ease. Everyone always says my tan looks really great, and most importantly, very real! Just follow the rules they give you about when/​how to shower, and you’re good to go. I won Miss Greater New York (yes there is a bikini competition) with a Gotham Glow tan, and mine didn’t look fake, like many of the other contestants. Thanks Gotham Glow for being part of my win!

We came by in a whim to see if they can squeeze us in and Mandy was so great at accommodating us last minute! The process was quick and her fun personality didn’t make me feel awkward at all! Will absolutely be back here and love love love the color! She did a great job!

If I find something good, I don’t mess around. This place is the best. I’ve had friends who have tried others because of a groupon or it’s nearby but always hear the same stories. In the end not worth it. Go to Gotham.

Gotham Glow is the best airbrush tan in NYC, and I’ve been getting airbrush tans in the city for 10 years! I’ve been a loyal customer for 3 years and won’t go anywhere else. Tamar and Mandy are amazing. They remember the way I like my tan to look every time and offer suggestions based on the time of year as to what will look natural and healthy. The formula they use is also key. It dries quickly, is a beautiful color, lasts longer than other tans and most importantly, doesn’t smell awful. I can go out to dinner after a spray tan and no one has any idea, except that I look glowing and healthy. Highly recommend.

The experience was good until we came back to our hotel room. The tan was streaky on both of us :(we were disappointed because everyone else seem to love this place.

I have been going to Gotham Glow for the past 4 years and believe it is the best/​most natural spray tan I have ever gotten. I am very fair skinned, and always trust whatever Mandy or Tamar do with my tans as they vary throughout the year (ie. during winter I get a glow to not look ghostly). Both Mandy and Tamar really listen to the look you are going for and what’s needed for your vacation/​event/​etc.
I just started using the Express Tan, and am even more obsessed with the product than before. It allowed for me to shower just 4 hours after the appointment which is very convenient if you have a busy schedule. After the shower, the tan keeps developing and you end up with a perfectly bronzed glow.

Gotham glow is the best. Mandy is so sweet and makes you feel completely comfortable. I am on the paler side, and it always looks completely natural. Don’t be worried about looking orange here!
I’ve been to Gotham about 5 times, and it has looked fantastic almost every time. The one time that there was a mishap due to not enough drying time on my legs, Mandy fixed it and then followed up with me via email to make sure it looked great. That’s good customer service!
It’s a bit higher priced than some of the chains in the city — but you get what you pay for.

I have now been to Gotham Glow twice. Once in February 2015 at their old site and again on July 13^th of this year in their new site. Both times were for ballroom dancing events where the spray tan quality is critical.
I received prompt, excellent personalized service both times. From their online scheduling to follow-​up afterwards, this place is the height of professionalism. Their service and quality are excellent!
The staff went over in detail the types of sprays available and were able to make recommendations based on their knowledge of the needs of ballroom amateurs and professionals. My first tan was more of a healthy glow for a showcase and the second was a darker color with macroglow for a world competition. They did an especially nice job as I am blond with a very fair complexion and I wanted a dark, but natural look. The result was beautiful, natural, and glowing and I received many compliments. It was exactly what I was looking for.
I plan on using them again, and not just for dancing events. I was a bit concerned about some of the negative reviews around the time of their move, but the other salons in my neighborhood also had the intermittent bad review, so I decided to stick with Gotham. I am glad I did. I now have had two consistently high quality experiences. (It is difficult for any truly bad businesses to pull that off.)
Mandy took care of me and she is absolutely great. They keep track of your services and she followed up to find out how the tan worked for me, because we tried a different formulation from my first time.
Finally, their setting is elegant and very «New York»; I love it.

I booked a tan for a July 4^th party and wanted something super natural. I was scared of being too tanned but the girl who tanned me knew exactly what I wanted.
The salon is very spacious but has a cozy feel. The receptionist said they just moved from a smaller space. I can see why. These girls are no joke, every minute someone seemed to be coming in and out.
I was seen right on time and the tan was probably the most thorough tan I’ve ever had. It was actually even fun.
The woman who tanned me was great, even did the moves with me so I wasn’t lost and before I even knew it, I was perfectly sun kissed.
Amazing experience and great customer service! Definitely coming back.

Terrible customer service! I called them to cancel an appointment, they just told me that I missed the 24 hour window. I didn’t expect a special treatment, I was okay with paying the session, but their attitude were so disgusting I wouldn’t recommend this place to anyone.

The only positive thing I can say about this place is it pays the best compliment to Glow The Spray Bar (Natalie Cupid) — Sadly she was booked today. If you want a great tan and a great person to give it to you, leave this page and type Natalie’s info into to your search. Now.
This was my first time and last time here. They are in the middle of moving floors so the place is a total mess. You literally could not even sit on the full size couch or the two chairs because they were covered with like lightbulbs and I don’t even know what. But whatever, it’s NYC, and good for them for a new space.
That is the least of their issues. No one was even there when I and some other woman arrived. Then the girl that did show up had the most abrasive personality, it was laughable. She was so rude to the girl ahead of me, I almost just walked out.
Sprayer: What color do you want?
Girl: Uh, I’m not sure. What are my options.
Sprayer: There are no options. You just need to tell me what you want.
Followed by continued, brutally awkward, incredibly kind person, talking to incredibly rude person exchange.
I felt like that kid outside the principal’s office in Uncle Buck (movie). If you don’t know the scene, look it up. Hilarious. Like, is this really happening?
Other lovely things:
Rather then speak like a normal person, she barked at me the entire time to get me to move where she wanted me. It was just lovely.
She hung up on a customer she was on the phone with. «I can’t really hear you.» CLICK.
She said nothing of what I should do after (not shower for 8 hours, etc, etc…). I have NEVER not had anyone go through all that every time.
The place was FREEZING. I said it’s really cold and she said they do it on purpose. It’s better for the tan. News to me. At least my goosebumps will have an extra golden glow.
$ 75 for a rotten 20 minutes of life. I should have just went to my roof. UV rays are way more pleasant.
Note to whoever owns this place. Cause I am quite certain it is not the girl that was there today. I watched you most definitely lose 3 customers in a matter of the 20 minutes I was there. Unless she is your wife or your sister, you might wanna rethink who you leave in charge.

I decided I wanted to get an airbrush tan before going to LA for a little vacay. It was my first one, actually. The lady who sprayed me was a sweetheart.
The tan was good but I felt my heart sink when I saw adverts for 25 $ airbrush tans in Los Angeles. On that note I can not rate full five stars as I think Gotham Glow is highly overpriced (75 $). Then again, what in New York isn’t?

I’m new to tanning in general, especially spray tan so coming into this without any previous experience for spray tan after hearing horror stories about streaking and orange colors is a huge thing for anyone. I went into Gotham Glow with a lot of skepticism and nervousness at first, but after reading all the good reviews, I had to set an appointment in time for NYE. Mandy was really awesome over the phone when I made the appt and really helpful with all my questions. When I cam e in for the actual appt, she was also the one who greeted me and talking to her was so easy — it felt like I was just talking to one of my girlfriends! The actual venue may be a little cramped, but what do you expect for Manhattan? The décor’s so nice and neat that it didn’t really matter and it’s nice that they provide you with wipes to take off any makeup from the day instead of making you bring your own.
I went in for the full body and they took me in pretty early since I was early to my appt anyway. It was quick and painless and Mandy, who also did my tan, was awesome at directing me and suggesting the best color for me. I went in for 4 rounds on the body and 3 for my face and I’m thinking about going in again for my birthday to get a full body for a shade darker than what I got my first try. But the fact that I’m willing to come in is a plus! Even tan and great after care instructions. None of the solution they use got on my clothes or my sheets for that matter and it looks so natural! I feel a lot better about wearing less makeup on my face actually because I look so healthy and clean.
Love it! Will definitely be returning soon for another go. :) Thanks, Mandy!

I am totally in love with this place, the salon is super cute and I just love how natural my tan looks. The service is great, the tanning salon is private and the staff is wonderful.
I’ve been going there for years, I go to GG before all of my events and have had tans from a few of the girls, they are all really sweet and leave me glowing for days. I recently got a beautiful tan from Mandy and absolutely loved her.
Definitely the best tanning salon in NYC, by far!