Gun spitting mid-tan — cleaning, thick solution, or cup residue?

Spitting is usually dried residue in the nozzle/needle, a partially clogged tip, or solution that’s too thick for the needle size. Strip and clean the gun thoroughly — soak the tip, check the needle isn’t bent, and don’t leave liquid sitting in the cup between clients.

Retail mousse in HVLP is a hard no for me: it’s formulated for hands, not atomisation, and it gums up guns fast. Stick to spray-tan liquids designed for HVLP.

If it still spits after a deep clean, try thinning slightly per the brand’s guidance or stepping down viscosity — and replace cheap tips before you replace the whole gun.