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Airbrush Tanning – An Easy Way to Get Tan Without Damaging Your Skin

January 1, 2012

Finding a convenient, uncomplicated and safe way to get a beautiful tan is as easy as using a sunless tanning product. Sunless tanning is available in several product applications. You can use a cream rub-on, a spray tanning booth or the best method, airbrush tanning.

Aside from being an easy method to get a great tan, airbrush tanning will offer many benefits to your skin, which you can not get by way of a conventional tan in the sun. Sunless tanning products employ a safe FDA approved chemical known as DHA (Di-Hydroxy-Acetone). DHA is a byproduct of sugar cane or sugar beets, combining moisturizers and skin-friendly agents to produce a beautiful safe alternative tan.

While the sun can cause skin cancers, lesions or discomfort from sunburn, DHA-based sunless tanning products eliminate all of this. Sunless tanning products will help you achieve a beautiful bronze finish as if you had spent hours in the sun, without the potential damages of UV rays.

Using an airbrush tanning system will also give you an even, realistic looking and smooth finish. You are able to control the depth of the solution over different areas of your body. A proper misting of your body with the tanning solution will allow you to build your tan over the course of several applications. You can achieve the same result by sunbathing for several hours over a course of days, however with a sunless procedure, you are not subjecting your skin to potential dangers.

Airbrush tanning equipment and kits are easily available over the Internet, through various manufacturers and retail websites. Even the inexperienced in airbrushing, can easily utilize this method. Kits usually contain an airbrush gun (a pen-like instrument with a spray button), and an air compressor. Pour the DHA based solution into the holder, turn on your compressor, and spray the desired area of your body.

Most quality sunless tanning solutions will have moisturizers and sunblockers to further protect your skin and diminish damage. A regular airbrush tanning will serve many benefits; primarily giving you a beautiful golden bronze tan, protection from harmful UV rays and softer skin.

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Fake Bake Tan Products – Review

November 7, 2011

Fake Bake is guaranteed to not turn the skin orange, leave an odor, or leave a streak this is due to the exclusive color guide formula that shows where it has already been applied.

Their products have been used by many different stars, in countless popular magazines and can be found in the homes of millions of people globally. Why risk your health when you can achieve the richest looking tan indoors

Some of their most popular self tanning products:

Fake Bake Airbrush self Tanning Spray – 7 oz – fake Bake ever wonder how celebrities sport such a healthy-looking, airbrushed glow? They fake it This Instant self Tanning Spray is formulated with the highest quality ingredients combined with two tanning agents to give an even, long lasting tan from head to toe. The application process is so simple just shake the can and spray long even strokes. The results – a tan that is more intense, even and natural looking. The Airbrush Instant self Tanning Spray contains more applications per can than any other self tanner on the market today. if properly applied, it will not stain clothes and should last about 7 days

Fake Bake Face self Tanning – 2 oz – The Face Self-Tanning Lotion is a patent-pending face tanning formula that contains a combination of the highest quality ingredients to tan your face while giving you the premium level of Peptides to promote beautiful, youthful skin.

* contains Matrixyl-3000, an ingredient from France that reduces the appearance of wrinkles without the side effects of irritation one could expect from a retinol.

* Botanical extracts hydrate the skin, leaving it feeling velvety soft and extremely smooth.

* has a built in color guide, a dark temporary color that lets you see exactly where you are applying the product.

* Designed for easy, goof-proof application to avoid pale patches, streaks, or dark spots.

Fake Bake self Tanning Lotion – 6 oz – Get ready to experience the ultimate in self-tanning lotions We have created a unique blend of exotic oils and natural ingredients to give you fake Bake’s Self-Tanning Lotion. Its richness in color gives you the perfect tan without the damaging side effects of the sun. Designed for easy, goof-proof application, With a built-in color guide-a dark temporary color that let’s you see exactly where you’re applying the product. No pale patches, no streaks, no dark spots. Apply the product with gloves at night, and shower off the color guide in the morning. only your flawless fake Bake sunless tan will remain. The moisture-rich formula dramatically softens skin, making fake Bake the only tan that’s actually good for your skin.

Fake Bake self Tanning Mousse – 4 oz – This self Tanning Mouse provides a natural looking tan to the face and body. They combine special ingredients with new technology to promote deeper penetration. This results in a darker, longer lasting tan than before by up to 50% without turning you orange. fast & easy. Dries in seconds. Great for the face and whole body. incredible look for the legs. Rich brown color guide ensures a streak-free application.

Fake Bake Tantalizing Self-Tanning Butter – 4 oz – This unique formula contains premium botanical butters to help your skin maintain rich, luxurious, long-lasting moisture plus small percentages of two tanning agents to achieve a light, bronze tan. Vitamins A and E serve as anti-free radical agents, aiding in preventing the harmful effects of sun and environmental exposure. it is also light enough to use daily to build on top of existing tan.

* The perfect combination to maintain and moisturize your tan.

* Premium Botanical Butters.

* for bronze skin that is silky smooth and tantalizing to touch.

* Chocolate brown color guide enables a streak-free application.

* Two Light Weight Tanning Agents

Check out our full selection of fake Bake

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Custom Airbrush Spray Tan – What to Expect

September 7, 2011

The process of getting a custom airbrush tan can seem a little daunting at first, especially if you’ve never had any kind of spray tan in the past. I remember my first custom spray tan, I was a little nervous since I didn’t have any idea what to expect. this will explain to you the general steps of a custom spray tan.

You should arrive to your appointment dressed in your comfy clothes, meaning sweats and a loose shirt. if you are female, you shouldn’t be wearing a bra, either. for shoes, you should be wearing slippers or flip flops. it is your decision to tan in a bathing suit or nude, but if you do decide to wear a suit, make sure it is dark in color. Remember, most tanning specialists have seen it all There is no reason to be self-conscious about your body in front of the woman, or man, who is tanning you. a lot of companies will also offer you disposable underwear if you prefer. I suggest having the tech come to you, since mobile services are becoming more common. this way you can simply wear a light robe to prevent any post tan smearing issues.

After discussing your tanning preferences and completing a custom color match based on your skin tone, the technician will have you stand on a towel or mat in a well-ventilated area. At this point, barrier cream will be applied with an airbrush to your hands, knees, feet, and elbows, as well as any other dry areas. Once this step is complete, the technician will most likely have you turn around to start spray tanning your back. this is probably the most uncomfortable part, because the solution is a little chilly, and your back tends to be a very sensitive area The technician will spray each area of your body in sections, and may apply a second coat as needed. you will be asked to move in various positions to make sure even coverage is obtained. Since most solutions have a bronzer, you will be able to see an instant tan right away. The technician may use a blow dryer to help dry the solution on your skin, and that will also help with the chilly factor. one thing to remember, make sure once your neck has been sprayed to not look down. Otherwise, you can get a line on your neck from the bronzer.

Once your body has been sprayed, the technician should use an airbrush for the face, hands, feet, and finer details. you will be asked to hold your breath while being sprayed around your nose. your hands and feet will be sprayed last, if at all, since these tend to get indirectly sprayed from the tanning session. your hands, wrists, ankles, and feet tend to be lighter even with a UV tan, so these areas will only be lightly misted.

That is it getting a custom spray tan will take only about 15-30 minutes of your time, and then you will have a nice color that will develop over the next 8-12 hours. you will be able to get dressed approximately 10 minutes after the session is finished. Allowing the tanning solution to completely dry will reduce smearing and/or blotching of the bronzer.

Your technician should give you information at that point on how to take care of your tan so that your tan can last as long as possible, which is usually about 7-10 days. Remember, the more you spray tan, the longer the tans last, and the less often you will need to have it done.

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How to Use Sunless Tanning Products So it Does Not Look Fake

September 5, 2011

We have all seen the photos of someone walking around with an orange tint, with only their face colored, not hands or legs, or with streaks in their tan. of course, we know that they have a fake tan. You also have a pretty good idea that someone has a fake tan if you saw them yesterday and they were stark white, and today they have a golden bronze tone to their skin, and yes it was raining yesterday. Using sunless tanning products do not have to result in these obvious blunders.

There is a method that you can follow when you first start using sunless tanning products, so that your new color tone appears natural. first of all, start off slow. You do not need to go from white as a sheet to dark brown in one day. if you have never used these products before, it is best to start off with a moisturizer that has some tint to it. Apply this moisturizer all over your body, every day for a week, and see what that does to your skin tone. You should see a slight darkening in your skin, and a little bit of color in your cheeks.

After using the moisturizer for a week, start mixing in some of the sunless tanning lotion with the moisturizer and apply that to your skin. This will give you a slightly darker skin color. The active ingredient in the self tanning lotion is DHA or dihydroxyacetone. The DHA interacts with the amino acids in your dead skin cells to create the darker pigmentation. The tanning products come with different amounts of DHA, the more DHA the product has, the darker your skin will become. that is why it is important to first mix the tanning product with a moisturizer, to cut back on the amount of DHA initially.

After using the tanner, moisturizer mix for a week, take note of your skin color. now that you are using a tanner along with the moisturizer, your skin will get a little darker each day. if the progression in your skin color is too slow, then add a bit more tanner to the mixture. Eventually, you will get to the skin color that you desire. when you reach this desired skin color, slow down the use of the tanner, and only use it every three or four days. For the days in between, continue to use the slightly tinted moisturizer for a fresh looking tan every day.

The desired affect would be that your friends, family, and coworkers notice a new healthy look, but cannot quite put their finger on what is different. if you use the sunless tanning products effectively, you will get a beautiful tan that does not look fake at all.

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Bronze ambition (From Kidderminster Shuttle)

August 31, 2011

Bronze ambition

7:00am Saturday 13th August 2011

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Transform pale and pasty skin into an enviable post-holiday glow. Lisa Haynes unveils the self-tan techniques to achieve a believable bronze.

It’s official, that post-holiday feeling can wear off in as little as seven days.

Dutch researcher Jessica de Bloom warned this week the feel-good benefits of a vacation disappear quickly, and unfortunately that tan you worked so hard on may fade just as fast.

With recent research from Superdrug indicating 71% of British women feel more confident with a golden glow, it’s time to encourage an everlasting tan.

But fear not, you can go from pale and pasty to post-holiday glow without so much as stepping on a plane.

the faux glow is safer, quicker and more dramatic than its sunny sister alternative.

just as well, considering deep, rich-coloured skin, a la Farrah Fawcett, is bang on tan trend.

“Whatever the season, the dark ‘retro tan’ always looks good,” says tanning expert James Read.

“There are tricks to achieve this look but it’s all about making the skin look glistening, golden and hot. Lotion products are making a comeback this season as they are the best formula to deliver that darker look.”

get glowing with our expert guide.

Prep perfect Dry, dehydrated skin is your self-tan enemy. if you want your look to have staying power, sloughing off dead skin cells is all important.

“Exfoliate – this prepares a smooth base for your tan,” advises Sun-Believable tanning guru James Harknett. “A gentle scrub is sufficient to remove dead skin cells and give a good foundation for a tan to cling to.”

Plan your tanning session and stay one step ahead with your hair removal. Wax 48 hours or shave 24 hours before tanning to avoid product entering open pores on your legs, which can resemble telltale spots.

Moisturiser is both your friend and foe when it comes to tan prep, according to Harknett.

“Don’t use a moisturiser all over your body before tanning as it works as a barrier against the dihydroxyacetone or DHA, the tanning agent that reacts with the proteins on our skin,” he says.

“But do apply an oil-free moisturiser sparingly to the feet, elbows, cuticles, hands and back of heels, only. Apply a small amount of moisturiser to the base of your palm, using a semi-circular motion. This allows the tan line to naturally fade, so nobody knows you’re faking it.”

Tan tactics Know your limits when it comes to your faux glow. Work with your natural complexion to achieve a flurry of “have you been away?” compliments rather than self-tan inquisitions.

“From my experience you should only ever aim to go two shades darker than your current natural skin tone,” advises Athena Skouvakis, celebrity make-up artist and advisor to Piz Buin.

“Opting for darker shades, unfortunately, won’t give you the sleek sun-kissed look that we all adore.”

if a tan’s a top priority for you, dedicate time to being a bronzing beauty rather than piling it on as you’re flying out of the door: a recipe for a streaky disaster.

Skouvakis says: “A key self-tanning rule is to make sure you don’t rush the application – never mind how much you want to get out and party!

“To avoid messy streaks or an uneven shade, you really must take the time to do it properly. Also remember that less is more and you should always be able to build the colour up.”

Maintain mode Keep your fake tan glowing for as long as possible with regular self-tan maintenance. nobody wants to walk around showing off streaks, patches or premature fading.

“For an even tan you need to keep skin sleek, smooth and well hydrated,” says Nichola Joss, St Tropez skin finishing expert.

Moisturise twice daily to maintain the longevity of your tan and help your tan fade naturally.

Despite the misconception that exfoliation will ‘shed’ a tan, the action of lifting dead cells will keep your colour looking fresh.

“Tanning products absorb into several layers of skin – the surface build-up of dead cells is what can make you look dull and orangey,” Joss explains.

“Gently exfoliate every two or three days; you’ll still have a tan coming through, but it’s radiant.”

Amp up the volume of your tan for evenings out with a glossy sheen using a shimmer oil on areas that you want to highlight, like shoulders, collarbone, arms and legs.

Tan truths British beauties are obsessed with achieving a gorgeous glow. Superdrug’s research reveals the lengths us ladies go to for self-tanning: :: the average female will spend as many as 680 hours applying fake tan during her lifetime.

:: Almost a quarter (23%) of women confess to having an unhealthy obsession with looking tanned.

:: more than half (54%) want a noticeable tan like Cheryl Cole or Katie Price.

:: one in 10 women wouldn’t consider going on a night out unless they had applied fake tan.

:: of the 1,500 men questioned, 23% confess to using fake tan on occasion.

Tried & tested Sun, sea, sand – and even wedding tears – the summer season puts mascara through its paces. our beauty panel put three wands to the waterproof test.

:: Miss Sporty Pump up Lash Waterproof Mascara, £3.99 (Superdrug) This thickening mascara held all day, even in humid weather, and didn’t wipe off easily in the shower. a more subtle daytime look can be achieved by applying less pressure on the brush, otherwise this mascara was perfect for a striking evening look.

3/5 :: L’Oreal Paris Volume Million Lashes Waterproof Mascara, £11.22 (0800 030 4032) With my wedding coming up, I wanted the perfect waterproof mascara and may just have found it with this one. an instant eye-opener with its chunky wand, I gave it the ultimate test by wearing to the gym and it admirably survived both workout and shower. plus, it was easy to remove at the end of the day.

4/5 :: Bobbi Brown no Smudge Mascara, £18 (0870 034 2566/bobbibrown.co.uk) This mascara survived unexpected H2O attacks and eye rubbing without budging or flaking. the long lasting, waterproof formula also bestowed dramatic lashes. My only problem was taking it off!

4/5 buy it now CK one, the fragrance famous for being shared, has gone solo – for him and for her. the new CK one Shock line-up is exclusively available at Boots now and nationwide from August 27, with EDT priced from £23.

Beauty bulletin :: Ray reality Swot up on your sun acronyms. Nearly three-quarters of adults (72%) don’t understand the difference between UVA and UVB rays, according to new research. While most people protect themselves from UVB rays by using sun protection containing SPF, Soltan research reveals only a third of people choose sun care products by their UVA protection. Stay sun-savvy and look for a 5-star UVA rating.

:: Recessionista alert get naked. Boots are championing the make-under with a free 17 all about Nude Palette. Simply buy any two or more items from the 17 range in stores or online between August 10 – September 6 (boots.com).

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How do you apply airbrush tan or the kind that you can paint on with brush?

August 20, 2011

I want to order some but just not sure how easy it will be to put on myself and not miss spots and to get it all even

well…is just like spray painting things…it'll just fall in place

It is eaiser than you think. when you spray it just falls into place and because you are spraying and not rubbing it on the tan looks even and real. I use Dinair Airbrush Makeup's airtan. It is wonderful. you can take classes with them if you want to learn more about it. they have a light shade and a dark shade so it works for everyone. I hope you find what works for you.

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Why Fake Tanning is Good For You

August 20, 2011

I will be the first to admit that I’m addicted to the sun, I love it I’m sure I’m not the only one; there is nothing nicer than lying in the sun without a care in the world because of this it is so easy to get addicted to the sun and that is when you start to put your health at risk.

We’ve all heard about the risks of too much sun exposure, some of us understand the risks while others don’t take them seriously enough Skin cancer is a big killer and is often caused by too much sun exposure or spending too much time in a sun bed We all love that tanned complexion but risking your life for it is pure stupidity

So what are the alternatives? Well of course limiting your time spent in the sun is the most important thing, of course this means you can’t work on your tan, and that is where fake tanning comes in. Many people don’t like the idea of fake tanning but the main reason for this is the amount of poor quality products that leave people looking like oranges The truth is, there are some fantastic fake tanning products out there, it’s just a matter of finding them. I have tried most on the market and discovered the good the bad and the ugly

With fake tanning you can give yourself a nice tanned complexion in a fraction of the time and without any risks at all to your health. not only that but if you buy a high quality product you also get skin care as well (some of the good ones contain moisturizing agents) so I guess technically speaking fake tanning is good for, right? Well that’s what I usually tell myself If you do it right and with a good product then most people cannot tell the difference between a real tan and a fake tan

As far as recommendations go I would go for either St Tropez or Joliese sunless tanner. I love St Tropez but I find that the tan itself doesn’t last that long. Joliese on the other hand has all the great qualities of St Tropez but with a longer lasting tan (You can check my before and after pics using Joliese by following the link at the bottom of this article)

Whilst fake tanning will never give the nice feeling of spending time in the sun, it is certainly much safer. Don’t get me wrong though, I still love to spend quality time tanning in the sun, but I make sure I limit myself as I know how easy it is to get addicted and risk my health. So for now, happy fake tanning everyone.

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How do I get rid of fake tan??

July 24, 2011

lol i'm BRIGHT ORANGE!! It's such a disaster I used L'oreal sublime bronze gel and I tried scrubbing it off with a sponge and it didn't work. Any suggestions?? I'd rather be pale than look like an oompa loompa!!

I guess you know not to fake bake again.

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Best Ways to Fake a Suntan

July 6, 2011

It is very embarrassing to be known as the palest person in your circle of friends. If you do not have time to sunbathe, a summer tan could be hard to get. If you want to stop glowing white out there, learn how to fake a summer suntan. Tanning beds are a great option. If you want to fake your summer tan then tanning beds are a great option for you. your skin will be bronzed in no time. when you begin to use tanning beds you should always start with short sessions without much light. In a short span of time, by adding a few minutes each time, you’ll end up with a natural looking tan.

Airbrush tan. Tans from airbrushing are another viable alternative to more traditional methods. Any beauty salon can tan your body for about 60 dollars. a professional will get it perfect and it will last several weeks.

Spray tan booths are a great option. If getting airbrushed is not in the budget consider a spray booth for your tanning needs. For about 20 dollars, you get into a booth to get sprayed from all directions with tanning color. Since the stalls are narrow and dim, this method is probably not the best way to get a faux tan for people who are claustrophobic. After you come out of the booth, the extra tan spray is removed from your body, which helps to make the automatic tan spray application smoother. Also, these kinds of tans last several weeks, but it does depend on how many times you take a shower, perspire or go swimming.

Apply a self tanning lotion to your face. you can do your whole body, but it takes more time – so get fake tanning cream to apply to just your face. Any pharmacy will sell self-tanner. you need to find one that is just one shade darker than your actual skin color.     

On your face and neck apply only a few drops of self-tanner. (It can be mixed with moisturizer for better coverage.) Wait two hours before applying makeup after you have the self-tanning color applied. just by having a slightly darker face, you will be likely to fool most people.

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