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Getting A Tan

Heather said: "I have never used self tanners, but I went to a tanning bed a few years ago. I liked having a bit of some color, but I quit going after my arms started looking "blotchy" (for lack of a better word) It does make a person have a healthy glow."

helplesscase said: "I used to be as white as snow. But over the past 2-3 weeks I have been laying out and going to the tanning beds...its been working really great for me. I wouldn't trust the self tanners though."

UniqueMystique said: "I've never had any luck with them. My mom uses one of those airbrush guns...she really likes it. I haven't tried it though."

UniqueMystique said: "Holly...it's just a spray gun. It's better if you have someone else spray you so they get the correct distance from your skin. Also...a lot of the places that have tanning beds now offer a 'safe' tan. You stand in a booth and it air brushes the self tanner all over you. The cost here is around $20. Call around and try it out."

UniqueMystique said: "BEST SUNLESS TANNERS by Sharon Kaufman-Athanasiou Special for eDiets.com Self-tanning is a great way to achieve a healthy bronze glow during any season, and it's done without the risks of potentially harmful UVA & UVB rays. So your skin's tone and texture will both reflect pure radiance, the first step is exfoliating your face and body. According to Dallas-based skin expert Renee Rouleau, owner of the Renee Rouleau Skin Care salon, "A sunless tanner attaches itself to skin cells, so if you have dead, dry cells on the surface, the tanner will attach to those, which might very well be ready to come off the next day. By exfoliating first and having the tanner grab on to fresh, new skin cells, which usually won't slough off for 5-8 days, you'll have a longer-lasting tan." In addition, a good scrub helps to avoid those undesirable streaks and allows your self-tan to develop smoothly and evenly. Once you're completely silky smooth, you're ready to slather on a gorgeous tan. But wait! To avoid bronze-stained palms, first massage a pearl-sized dab of silicone-based hair product into your palm (such as one for frizz control). This will block the self-tanner from being absorbed into your hands. Now you're ready to get glowing! Starting with your feet and, working your way up, apply the tanner evenly, being careful to blend well and not over-apply. "Do one leg at a time, then the body -- you might need help with your back -- and then do one arm at a time," says Jim Miller, founder of California North Skincare. "When you use self-tanner on the face, make sure you have no makeup on, and blend extra well. Do not put product on or behind your ears, and go very light around the eyes. For beginners, I recommend mixing self-tanner with moisturizer for a more subtle look." Keeping skin well-hydrated is another way to prolong your new glow by preventing skin dryness. So be sure to moisturize both your face and body day and night, and your tan will appear positively luminous! So why not indulge in a flattering fake bake right in the privacy of your own home? You'd be surprised how great a toasty touch of tan can make you look and feel. Product suggestions: Lather Bamboo Silk Foaming Face Scrub With Lemongrass, available at Lather stores, Henri Bendel, select Nordstrom, and online. Phytobiodermie Marine Body Scrub, available at fine spas and salons. California North Titanium Self-Tanner, available at Nordstrom, select spas, and online. Aveda Sun Source Self-Tanning Formula with Botanicals, available at all Aveda shops, salons and spas. Comfort Zone Ultimate Self Tan, available at select spas nationwide. Kathleen Lewis Good Plain Lotion, available at [url]www.rubber-ducky.com[/url], [url]www.beautyhabit.com[/url], or a store near you. Ecco Bella Vanilla Herbal Body Lotion, available at better health food stores and at [url]www.eccobella.com[/url]."

UniqueMystique said: "Sorry, Holly.....I didn't read where they were avilable from. I probably wouldn't buy them either....*laughing*. I just posted because of the tips and saw some brands...thought it'd interest you. :)"

spectrachic311 said: "If you want to get a safe tan, use the self-tanners. They have gotten a lot better since they first came out, trust me. I use the Build-a-tan kind and have had really good results. It doesn't come out streaky or weird-looking. Tanning beds/laying outside to tan can cause you to get wrinkles too early or even skin cancer. I personally can't get a natural suntan because my skin is too light and I don't like being burnt. So I use sunscreen and a fake tan when I want to look "sun-kissed"."

Holly said: "Does anybody here use at home tanners? I went to the tanning beds last spring/summer, but I know it isn't very healthy. Now it's getting sunny. I like that my legs are toned, but I don't like them so light. I haven't had much luck with self tanners in the past, so I thought I would ask you all if there is a certain one you favor?"

Holly said: "Alright, well I'll look into the Mary Kay and the airbrush gun (gun?). I figure if I don't find a product I like by May, I'll just go back to the tanning beds. I find them very relaxing and I love the people that work there, but I was just curious about other options. To get a tan outside first requires a sunburn...for me anyway. Okey dokey, thanks for the advice."

Holly said: "Yep, I know I'm not taking care of myself when I go to the tanning beds. I'll look into your suggestions also. Thanks. :)"

Holly said: "Thanks for the information, self tanning can be tricky! :)"

Holly said: "No, I bet I can find Coppertone. I've seen it at Rite Aid and Walmart. That was something I was kind of concerned about with UM suggestions, the tips were awesome, but the products were available at Nordstroms and various spas...which is a bit out of my price range for now. And yes, I'd like to look 25 when I'm 35 instead! ;)"

Qian said: "My wife has used the Mary Kay tanning lotion, and she really liked it, I don't know if they still sell it, but it seemed to work well."

Sassysurfnic said: "[COLOR=DarkOrange]Hey Holly I have used Coppertone Endless Summer. It comes in a light bluish-green bottle. It has a double head dispense system which one of the creams is the tanner and the other is a lotion to help it go on evenly if you have some dry spots(dry spots on your skin can cause the tanner to settle more there, thus having the "spotty" look) I have used it for about 2 years now and I love it. Just remember if you have fair skin don't think you can get away with the kind for olive skin (it looks bad, I speak from experience :) ) Oh also, they have a seperate one for your face (called "Faces" I think) that will not clog pores and all and it has a Spf of 15.I think though now it is in a tan/bronze bottle . Anywho, I DO NOT recommend tanning beds at all. Skin caner and premature aging and wrinkling is NOT the way to go.Do you want to look 75 at age 35? If you have no luck finding Coppertone, I heard Neutrogena works very well. Hope that helps! :D[/COLOR]"