Posted by The GlowDry Team
on October 30, 2026
When Zara Larsson took the stage at the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles in late September 2026, her glow had a little Aussie help. Celebrity spray tan artist Guy Cory used GlowDry Self Tan Drying Powder to perfect her spray tan, keeping it smooth, comfortable and free of that sticky feeling while it developed.
For a brand that started in a Perth spray tanning room, that is a very special moment. Here is the story, why tan artists reach for drying powder, and how to get the same finish at home.
What happened at Zara Larsson's LA shows?
Zara played three nights at the Greek Theatre, from 29 September to 1 October 2026, as part of her Midnight Sun tour. Ahead of the shows, Guy applied her spray tan and finished it with GlowDry Self Tan Drying Powder and our powder brush.
It is the exact 30g pot and brush you can buy from us. No special edition. No pro only formula. Just our hero product doing what it does best.
Who is Guy Cory?
Guy Cory is a Los Angeles sunless tanning artist, known for tans that look natural up close. His tanning service is offered at 1 Hotel West Hollywood, and he tans clients who need their colour to look flawless in person and on camera.
Why do spray tan artists use drying powder?
A fresh spray tan feels tacky for hours. That is the guide colour sitting on your skin while the tan develops. It is also when things go wrong: sticky creases, colour on your clothes and sheets, and marks where skin touches skin.
Drying powder fixes that. Swept over the tan, GlowDry:
- Dries the surface instantly with a matte, radiant finish
- Takes away stickiness
- Reduces transfer onto clothes and sheets
- Helps prevent creasing in tricky spots
For an artist on tour, comfort while the tan develops matters. So does it for a mum doing school pick up an hour after her tan.
| Without drying powder | With GlowDry | |
|---|---|---|
| How it feels | Tacky and sticky | Silky and dry to touch |
| Getting dressed | Waiting, loose clothes only | Dress straight away |
| Sleeping in it | Colour on the sheets | Less transfer |
| Elbows, knees, underarms | Creases and patchy spots | Smooth, even finish |
As used on Zara Larsson
GlowDry Self Tan Drying Powder & Brush
The exact 30g pot and brush Guy Cory used. Dries your tan instantly, no stickiness, less transfer.
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How did GlowDry start?
Fi founded GlowDry after starting a spray tanning business in Perth during maternity leave. Client after client loved the colour but hated the sticky hours that followed. Nothing on the market solved it, so she made something that did.
GlowDry became Australia's first fake tan drying powder. It is talc free and vegan, enriched with soothing Australian clay and comes in refillable packaging.
Seeing it travel from a Perth tanning room to an LA tour is the kind of moment small brands dream about.
How do I use drying powder on my spray tan or self tan?
The method is the same whether you have a salon spray tan or use self tan at home.
- Apply your tan as usual. Spray tan, mousse or lotion all work.
- Let it settle for a few minutes. You want the surface touch dry, not wet.
- Load the brush lightly. Tap the brush into the powder and tap off the excess.
- Sweep in circles. Focus on sticky areas: inner elbows, backs of knees, underarms, under the bust, and anywhere skin folds.
- Get dressed and go. No more standing around in your undies waiting to dry.
Are you a spray tan artist?
If you tan clients, the GlowDry PRO GLOW Bundle gives your spray tans a professional, powdered, matte to touch finish. It is a 5 piece kit with everything you need for the salon or a mobile kit, and saves you 20%.
Your clients leave comfortable. Their tans develop without sticky creases. And they come back.
For spray tan artists
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A 5 piece kit for a professional, matte to touch finish on every client. Save 20%.
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Frequently asked questions
What did Zara Larsson's spray tan artist use for her LA shows?
Celebrity tan artist Guy Cory finished Zara's spray tan with GlowDry Self Tan Drying Powder and brush, keeping it comfortable and non sticky while it developed.
Can you use drying powder on a spray tan?
Yes. GlowDry was designed by a spray tan artist for exactly this. Sweep it over once the tan is touch dry to take away stickiness and reduce transfer.
Will drying powder affect how my tan develops?
No. GlowDry sits on the surface to dry and set the guide colour, while your tan develops underneath as normal.
Is GlowDry drying powder talc free?
Yes. It is talc free, vegan and cruelty free, with soothing Australian clay.
Where can I buy GlowDry?
Online at glowdryaustralia.com.au and in Priceline Pharmacy stores.
The same powder Guy chose for Zara
Dry, comfortable and flawless while your tan develops.
GlowDry Self Tan Drying Powder & Brush
Australia's first fake tan drying powder. Talc free and vegan.
$49.99 AUD Shop Now →
Let us know if you have any questions
The GlowDry Team 😘