Self Tanning – Page 3 – Forty, Flirty & Fabulous

Self Tanners For A Golden Glow Without The Sun

It’s tanning time! My pale skin has been crying out for some color. So I have tried the products below and have had mostly successful results. I recommend these to help kick-start your summer color without the harmful rays of the sun.

Sun Laboratories Dark Sun Set (List Price: ~~$85.95,~~ Price: $39.95, You Save: $46.00 (54%) — This sunless tanning system is a must try for anyone who likes to have a great tan all year round. This system is very easy to use.

First exfoliate your whole body with Exfoliating Body Gel to clean and revitalize skin. Then apply Tan Maintainer Moisturizer on any dry area. This will keep your tan looking flawless. Then apply everyday to help maintain your tan.

Apply Sun Labs Dark Sunless Tanning Lotion all over body. This product is so gentle you can even use it on your face. It comes out a nice chocolate brown so you can see where it is being applied. This great tan will last 5 to 7 days. Apply every few days to get even a darker richer tan.

Sun Labs Beach Bag is a great gift with purchase. You will find many uses for this bag.

This set includes:
1 Dark Self-Tanning Lotion 8 oz
1 Exfoliating Body Scrub 8 oz
1 Tan Maintaining Moisturizing Lotion 8 oz
1 Exfoliating Net Sponge
1 Sun Labs Beach Bag (Gift with Purchase)

Visit www.sunlabsonline.com to learn more and purchase.

Beautisol Need I Glow More? Face Self-Tanning Lotion For Normal-Oily-Problematic Skin Types($26.00 USD) is the first ever skin-type-specific face self-tanning lotion.

Features & benefits:

Created specifically for normal to oily or problematic skin types
Infused with Montmorillonite Clay, Lilac Stem Cell, and Niacinamide to help reduce inflammation and improve acne
Lightweight formula prevents the skin from feeling heavy or greasy
Pure Scent odor-eliminating technology reduces processing odor
Guide color allows you to see exactly where you have applied the product and where you may have missed, reducing streaking and application mishaps
Paraben-free, propylene gycol-free, sodium laurel/laureth sulfate-free, and cruelty-free (PETA certified)

Need I Glow More is also available in Normal-Dry-Sensitive Skin Types. Learn more and purchase at www.beautisol.com.

L’Oreal Paris Sublime Bronze Clear Self-Tanning Gel($10.49 USD) — is an innovative, first-to-mass clear gel spray self-tanner that is free of parabens. It combines the comfort of a cooling gel formula with the convenience of a spray bottle for easy, mess-proof application. Infused with a light citrus scent, the clear formula works by utilizing proteins in the skin and brings out a natural, healthy glow. Just spray it on and gently massage into skin to achieve a streak-free, long-lasting bronze complexion that begins to develop in less than one hour. Available in a medium-tone bronze finish to complement all skin tones, Sublime Bronze™ Clear Self-Tanning Gel can be applied daily until the desired level of color is achieved.

You can purchase this self tanner at drugstores and mass market retailers near you.

Luminess Tan — A Flawless Tan Made Easy

I don’t use tanning beds and I use a high SPF in the sun. But, I do love a nice tan in the warmer seasons. A tan not only looks healthy, it helps simplify my makeup routine. I have tried a lot of self tanners and no matter what I do, I end up looking a little streaky, and sometimes orange!

I have never tried spray tanning, but was excited to try the Luminess Air Airbrush Tanning — which is kind of like spray tanning at home. This tanning system gives you a sensational tan in the convenience and privacy of your own home without damage or odor! Featuring SoftTan™ Technology for a Natural Even Tan everytime!

Airbrush tanning is not a dye. The primary ingredient in the tanning solution works with the amino acids in the top layer of your skin to produce a natural tan exactly like the sun, but without damaging skin! Luminess airbrush tanning formula won’t run off on your clothes, once the tan is set. Tan lasts up to 14 days and fades gently day by day, as you would expect from a normal sun-blessed tan! Also Luminess tanning solution produces a golden brown color – no orange discoloration insight!

Airbrush tanning uses a precision stylus instrument a little larger than the size of a pen that allows for a smooth, flawless application. Special care is easy in difficult areas, such as the feet, knees, elbows, hairline and face!

Luminess Airbrush Tanning system is also great for spot tanning! Wearing a skirt and want tanned legs? Easy! Give them a light spray and you’re good to go! You can spot tan your legs, arms, shoulders, chest and or face for radiant healthy glow in minutes!

Luminess Airbrush Tanning System ( includes:

Compressor
Airbrush Stylus
Intake Cap (2)
Rubber Air Hose
AC Power Adapter
Tanning Solution (2 bottles which should give you up to 6 full body tanning sessions!)
Cleaning Bottle
Carrying Case
Detailed Instructions
Getting Started DVD

What I Think: This is so easy to use. It takes a minute to set up, but once it’s ready, I use the stylus to spray all over. It is a really seamless look. I only get splotches when I spray one area for too long, but that doesn’t happen after getting the hang of it and it’s easy to spot and blend in. The color of the tan is brown, very natural and not at all orange. Gorgeous!

To learn more and purchase visit www.luminessspraytan.com. Enjoy your fab tan!

Get Your Tan On with TanTowel and Mystic Tan

Looking for a quality self-tanner that will give you a safe glow for the summer? Then you’re a lucky girl (or guy) because I have recently tried two of the most popular brands, TanTowel and Mystic Tan. And I am happy to let you know what I think of these brands!

TanTowel Classic Self-Tan Towelette For Face & Body—Fair to Medium Skin Tones ($21.00 USD for 5)

What it is:
A self-tanning towelette for fair-to-medium skintones.

What it does:
Each Tantowel® Towelette is concentrated with a self-tan formula to give you a quick and even application with no streaking, mess, or fuss. It has a light, citrus fragrance and produces a uniform, natural-looking glow within 2 to 4 hours.

What it is formulated WITHOUT:
– Synthetic Dyes
– Petro-Chemicals
– Phthalates
– Triclosan

My thoughts: I love the convenience of this product. One towel covered my face and body completely. It dried in about 10 minutes and the color started developing in a few hours. The scent is very mild, too. I only got a little “self-tanning” scent on my hands. You also need to be careful to wipe over all exposed skin so you don’t get any patches of white. I had some patches on my legs and was careful to get the whole area the next time I applied the product. visit www.tantowel.com or www.sephora.com to learn more and to purchase

Mystic Tan Natural Glow Daily Moisturizer™ Body SPF 15 ($29.00 USD)

What it is:
A daily moisturizer that delivers SPF protection and sunkissed radiance.

What it is formulated to do:
Mystic Tan Natural Glow Daily Moisturizer™ Body SPF 15 offers the skin daily nourishment and sun protection—the best tools for preventing damage and signs of aging. A dose of DHA gives you a safe, even, beautiful touch of lasting, buildable color. This is for you, smart golden gods and goddesses!

What else you need to know:
Color will begin to appear with one or two applications. Continued use allows you to choose the perfect shade to complement your skintone.

My thoughts: This is a great combination moisturizer/SPF/self-tanner. I applied it all over my body and used a lot to make sure I covered every inch. I shouldn’t have been worried because the next day I had a light tan and no patchy spots. I built the tan over days and it looked very natural. The best part??? No smell at all! Visit www.mystictan.com or www.sephora.com to purchase this great product!

Try Jergens Natural Glow Moisturizers and Help The Skin Cancer Foundation

Jane Krakowski and Jergen's Natural Glow — Photos of Jane Krakowski courtesy of Joe Kohen/Wireimage.com

30 Rock star, Jane Krakowski, has teamed up with Jergens and The Skin Cancer Foundation to help consumers get In the Glow and get their glow the healthy way instead of tanning this summer. To get the word out, Jane created a video that includes her tips on how to get a healthy glow as well as admitting to some of her poor sun choices in the past. Now until the end of summer, you can log onto www.youtube.com/jergens to view the video and share it with you friends. Every time the video is viewed Jergens will donate $1 to The Skin Cancer Foundation. I viewed it, now it’s your turn!

You may be asking, does Jergen Natural Glow give you a natural looking tan? It does! I have been using the Revitalizing Daily Moisturizer ($8.99 USD) for the body and the Healthy Complexion Daily Facial Moisturizer ($8.99 USD) for a couple of weeks. I like how the tan grows over days, so you don’t look white one day, dark the next. I have noticed that it doesn’t stain my hands and that you get a mild tan smell, but not as strong as other sunless tanning. It’s just like using your body and face moisturizer, but it does take a few minutes to dry.

These great moisturizers have a powerful blend of antioxidants and Vitamin E and are developed with broad-spectrum UVA/UVB SPF 20 protection. The dermatologist-tested, oil-free, non-comedogenic moisturizer helps prevent premature aging and protects against future damage.

Visit www.Jergens.com/NaturalGlow to learn more about these products.

Kymaro Sunless-Tanning System

It is cold and storming here in Kansas City! I am dreaming of the warmth of summer — and it sure does help having a little tan to remind me of the heat!

I am usually pretty white and am tired of it, so I tried Kymaro’s Self-Tanning System ($39.90 USD). This great little kit will give you a perfect tan, without sun or streaking!

The kit contains a body scrub, a stainless lotion, a light wand and a little bottle of spray for touch ups. For a perfect tan, just follow these simple steps:

Step 1: Exfoliate
Kymaro’s Body Scrub’s natural exfoliating beads gently buffs dead skin away while the soothing plant extracts condition the skin

Step 2: Apply Easy-To-Use, Stainless Lotion
A dye- and makeup-free formula that provides a flawless, long-lasting tan; use a circular motion to rub in and apply evenly

Step 3: Check for Flawless Application with Light Wand
Kymaro’s tanning lotion is a light responsive formula; use the Light Wand to highlight the areas of applied lotion to check for even application

The ingredients in the kit are:

· Walnut extract – provides a beautiful and natural color tone
· Rose Hip oil – strengthens, moisturizes and stimulates dry and sensitive skin
· Green Tea Leaf extracts – supplies antioxidants that rejuvenate the skin
· Retinol – anti-aging properties that restore the effects of aging and environmental factors

I really liked this kit. The scrub smells fresh and citrusy and is enjoyable to use. The lotion and spray smell great and cover and tan naturally. The light wand helps make sure that I have covered all areas.

Visit www.ubuyez.com to purchase this great kit!

St. Tropez Creates High Quality Self Tanners

St. Tropez should be a familiar name as it is one of the original tanning companies. Their products now have a modern look and formulas to go with it, making theirs some of the best tanning products on the market today.

Self Tan Bronzing Mousse -($30.00 4 oz, $40.00 8 oz) — So far, this is the best self tanner I have tried. The mousse is very lightweight and easy to apply. It is tinted bronze so you can tell where you have put it and where you may need some more. As long as you rub it in all over, you will get an even, streak free tan. The only minus is that although it is advertised that their “innovative Aromaguard™ fragrance technology eliminates the tell-tale self tan aroma by a minimum of 70% and instead gives a beautiful subtle, yet refreshing fragrance”, when the mousse starts tanning the body a few hours after application, the tanning scent is very strong. Still, the natural color you get is worth it.

Here are some tips for application from the website:

Exfoliate with St. Tropez Body Polish before moisturizing dry areas thoroughly with St. Tropez Body Moisturizer (elbows, knees, ankles and feet). Help protect light eyebrows and hairline with a little extra moisturizer. Then, pump the mousse into your palm and sweep it from top to toe making sure you’re well covered as it’s only missed areas that can look patchy. Once you’ve got even coverage wait for 60 seconds before getting dressed. Then try not to get wet, or sweat, for at least four hours. Finally, shower off to reveal a perfectly golden, natural looking tan.

Another fun St. Tropez product is the New Everyday Perfect Legs ($45.00 USD 5 oz) — This is two products in one, a gradual self tan and a bronzer that is made especially for legs. It is infused with soothing aloe and marine extract, so you will have a gorgeous natural-looking tan that lasts. Plus your legs will be super soft. The website suggests, “to apply, smooth on the gradual tan lotion (using the white pump), sweeping it from toes to upper thighs in light, even strokes. Make sure you’re well covered as it’s only missed bits that’ll look uneven. Next, for immediate color, coverage and a flawless finish whilst your tan develops, apply the instant tan (using the black pump) sweeping from toes to upper thighs.” Your legs will look instantly polished for evening outs, special events or everyday looks.

I also want to recommend the Self Tan Remover ($18.00 USD 11 oz) — wash your hands with this scrub after application, and you will not get dark or streaky palms.

St. Tropez also has wonderful a body polisher, after tan lotions, and other types of self tanning products. Visit the website at www.st-tropez.com for more information.

Comodynes — an Easy Way to a Safe Tan

Do you love being tan in the summer, but with the need to wear sunscreen, do not want to brave tanning in the sun? Do you love self-tanners but find them a little messy? Same here!

Comodynes has created not only a sunless tanning towelettes, they also have exfoliating towelettes to prepare your skin for tanning and after tanning towelettes to hydrate the skin. Their line also include skincare items and a great variety of makeup remover wipes. Just wipe and go with these products, no mess here!

To gain an even, golden tan with Comodynes, I like to start with the Easy Peeling Towelettes ($8 pack 12.99 USD). The website touts they, “eliminate dead cells, deeply clean pores and leave your skin feeling soft, smooth and renewed. Purify your skin and boost the action of your treatment cream and self-tanning products.” I use one all over my body before tanning and it dries really quickly, leaving me ready for the tanning towelettes.

I really like the individually wrapped Self Tanning Towlettes (8 pack $13.99 USD). The benefits stated on their website include, photoprotection, moisturizing, emollient and they contain 100% natural viscose. To use, I rub this in circles all over my body, making sure I cover all of the surface of my skin to prevent streaking. Don’t forget to wash hands after tanning!

The website at www.comodynes.net is a great place to learn more about these innovative products. You can purchase them online or find a store nearest you.

Solerra Sunless Tanning

Looking for a different way to tan? Solerra Sunless Tanning Mitt ($24.95 for 5 ) is a very innovative product. A glove with four layers contains the sunless tanning solution so the hands will not get stained during application. This means that you don’t automatically have to wash them after you apply the product. And because it dries fairly quickly, this is a great on-the-go self tanner.

Solerra Sunless Tanning Mitt contains Invisicare — which allows an even all-over aabsorption of the tan without the use of silicones, alcohol, gels, wasxes or other skin damaging delivery systems.

I really like that one applications gives a light, golden tan without streaking. If you wish to go darker, you can use another mitt. Layering the color allows for more even coverage.

Solerra also has other great products like the Pre-Tan Body-Buff exfoliating mitt ($11.97 for 3 ). Scrub this on dry, clean skin right before your tan. It will exfoliate and prepare the skin for tanning and it dries in minutes — no need to rinse off. They also have self-tanning cream, sunscreen and after-tanning lotion.

Visit the website at www.solera.com to purchase these products or learn more about them.

Kate Somerville’s Sun-sational Products

Kate’s Somerville’s luxury skincare line carries wonderful products to get you through the summer. Both the serum sunscreen and the tanning towelettes reviewed below are made with the same care and quality of Kate’s other skincare items.

Protect SPF 55 Serum Sunscreen ($45.00 2 oz) — “This mild, antioxidant-rich sunscreen is free of oils, parabens and alcohol. This formula was made with innovative technology which gives high-level protection against skin-burning UVB radiation and aging UVA rays. This serum is mild, quick-drying and non-whitening. AM Apply daily to face, neck, and chest. Apply liberally 20 minutes before sun exposure and as needed. Reapply after swimming or exposure to water.”

When you first apply this sunscreen it is white, but when you rub it in the white disappears completely, unlike other high SPF sunscreens. It is really creamy, so you can skip your moisturizer if you wish, especially if you have oily or combination skin.

Each Somer360°™ Tanning Towelette ($48.00 for 8) is” concentrated with a paraben-free self-tanning formula to give you a quick and even application with no streaking. Somer360°™ Unfold towelette and apply to dry, clean skin in a circular motion over your body. Wash hands immediately. Towelettes will produce a uniform, natural-looking glow within 2 to 4 hours. For a deeper tan and to maintain your glow, reapply as needed.”

Self tanning is always tricky, especially if you are my 13 year old daughter and you think you can throw your clothes on after tanning and act all crazy! She tried a tanning towelette and it did streak on her.

But not on me. I made sure I exfoliated first, then put on my swimsuit and applied a towelette all over. I let myself dry for a couple of hours before I put my clothes on. It does take a while to dry, but the color is a very lovely light brown. If you do it right, it is worth the wait!

You can purchase these wonderful products at www.katesomerville.com or at Sephora, www.sephora.com.