Should I choose and Airbrush or Turbine for tanning?

Which is Better HVLP Turbine or Airbrush Equipment?


I know that in a month I will be asked a hundred times, the question, “Which equipment gives the better the airbrush or the turbine?” The truth of the matter is it all depends on your business and what you plan to use your equipment for. Many salons now days perform many different types of services with equipment, from tanning, nails, makeup, tattoo, and body art. If your salon or spa is interested in performing any of these services with your equipment, then it is a most to have airbrush equipment.


Lets first begin with explaining the HVLP Turbine systems. Turbines are some of the most comfortable equipment to use in tanning. They come pre-adjusted, so there is no fuss or hassle in setting your machine up. They are also straightforward in performance when performing a spray tan. Turbines can spray large areas such as the body in a short time (tanning in Five minutes). Because of the ease and the speed of which this type of equipment can perform is the reason why it has grown in the tanning industry.


Turbines for tanning are most often made from plastic products. Spray tan systems for tanning, comes with compressor hose and spray gun. They are straightforward to clean and maintain for salons. Because they are made of plastic, you must watch how you handle your equipment. This type of material can be easily damaged if not taken care of and with Turbines cost, it is essential to take care of your machine so you will not have to replace expensive guns or compressors.


There are limits to using the turbine system. HVLP Turbines only come in the spray guns; so smaller detail works such as nails, makeup, and tattoos are out of the running with this equipment.

Airbrush equipment is widely known in the beauty industry for all types of services. Mostly they are known in the tanning and nail industry, but they are becoming a growing demand in body art and makeup industry also.


Airbrush equipment can be less expensive than turbines in tanning, but it also inexpensive to add these other services with a new airbrush at a low cost. Most airbrushes can perform several beauty services for your business. Most airbrushes that can be used for tanning can also be used for tattoo and body art. Other airbrushes can be used for nails, makeup, and tattoo all in one airbrush. With airbrush equipment, you also have the option of the spray guns, which allows you to perform tanning in five minutes just like a turbine system. These spray guns can also be used for larger body artwork.


Airbrush Equipment does have a wide selection of equipment to choose from. Before ordering, it is a good idea to talk with a professional and explain which services you are interested in.

There are also a few more things you need to know about airbrush equipment. With airbrush equipment, you must learn to use the proper settings for you to work with it correctly. You have the option to adjust the airflow and the mist of the spray tan. It is the same with nails and makeup and tattoos. Before professionally using your equipment, you need to become familiar with this setting and how to adjusting according to your own demands. Some persons like to go slower while others want to move faster. This is great for salons that will have more than one user with equipment.


When using heavier paints in nails, makeup, and tattoo, you will need to clean your equipment with an airbrush cleaner. This will help lubricate the pens and needles inside your machine. Always clean equipment after every use. Do not let it sit for an extended amount of time, or this can seriously damage your airbrushes.

Airbrush equipment is made of several different types of products. They come in chrome, metal, aluminum, and platinum materials.

Some inexpensive equipment can have plastic handles or triggers. Airbrush equipment is very durable and can last for prolonged amounts of times. Some of the best manufactures back their products with excellent warranties of up to five years. Needles are something that will need to be replaced occasionally, but they only cost a few dollars. If damage does happen to a piece of your equipment, it is effortless to replace that piece at a meager cost. There is no reason to have to buy a new airbrush with parts at such a low price.


So which equipment is better? That is a question you will have to decide. Hopefully, the information above can help you in choosing the right equipment for you.