You’ve been soaking up the sun and rocking that swimsuit like the confident queen you are. And honestly? I love that for you.

But if we were sitting across from each other sipping iced lattes right now, I’d have to gently break the news…

Your summer tan is about to ruin your boudoir photos.

And I don’t say that to be dramatic. I say it because I want you to get the jaw-dropping, scroll-stopping photos you deserve.

So why are tan lines ruining your boudoir photos? Let’s talk about it.

Do tan lines show in boudoir photos?

Unfortunately, yes. And they do more than show. They steal the spotlight like your ex showing up and making a scene at your wedding.

Tan lines are one of those things you don’t really notice until you see the final gallery… and suddenly all you can focus on is that bold line across your chest or hips where bronze turns to snow white.

It’s distracting. It messes with the lighting. And it draws the eye away from your face, your expression, your curves…all the things you want people to notice.

Can you Photoshop tan lines out of boudoir images?

Short answer: Not really.

Long answer: We can, but it’s not part of our normal retouching. And it’s not cheap.

Those edits are time-consuming and have to be sent out to a specialist, which means extra fees and longer wait times. We want your session to be fun and stress-free, not full of surprise costs.

How to avoid tan lines in boudoir photos

It’s simple. Get a spray tan.

But not just any spray tan. A good one.

Go to a pro. Tell them you’re doing a boudoir shoot. And most importantly?

Take off all your clothes when you get it done.

Yes, I said all of them. No bra. No underwear. No shorts. No socks.

I know it might feel awkward, but you’re about to do a full boudoir session. If you leave your undies on for your tan, you’re either going to pay to have those bright white lines retouched, or you’re going to see them in every single photo.

Let’s not do that to future you, okay?

Best place for a spray tan before your boudoir session

If you’re local to St. Charles or the St. Louis area, we always recommend Hive Body Spa.

Their tans are even, natural-looking, and boudoir-tested by so many of our clients. Plus, we put together a full guide on how to prep for your spray tan from The Hive Body Spa right here.

Bookmark it. Send it to your spray tan girl. Follow it like gospel.

The quick & honest recap

✨ Summer tan? Beautiful at the pool
📸 Spray tan? 100% better for boudoir
🚫 Tan lines? Will cost you extra or ruin your gallery
💡 Best tip? Get naked for the spray tan and go to Hive Body Spa

You’ve already taken the brave step to book a session. Don’t let a preventable detail get in the way of your magic.

You deserve to look and feel like you, uninterrupted by lines, shadows, or edits.

Your future self is going to thank you.