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D e v e lo p a s a f e t a n o n y o u r t e r m s
w h e n a n d h o w y o u w a n t it.
by MELISSA MILRAD GOLDSTEIN
Despite what the ads say, tanning
beds are not good for you. The World
Health Organization recently
reclassified UV-emittingtanningbeds
as carcinogenic to humans, lumping
them in the same category as arsenic.
But all is not lost. Self-tanners have
come a long way, baby. Whether you
need a sun-kissed look tonight or an
all-over burnish for next week’s
vacation, our guide will help you get
glowing reviews.
YOU WANT COLOR.
..
► RIGHT NOW
USE liquidbronzer.
do apply these with confidence
Since this is essentially makeup, there
won’t be any surprises later on; it
washes right off. When using on your
face, apply where the sun naturally
hits: nose, forehead, cheeks, and chin.
don’t forget to blend well along
your jawline and neck.
try
L’Oreal Sublime Bronze, One Day,
$11; Laura Merrier Bronzing Gel, $32.
► IN A FEW HOURS
USE a self-tanner.
do start with a thin layer ofbody cream,
paying special attention to knees and
elbows. Then work the self-tanner onto
skin in a circular motion.
do n’t overdo it Heaping on the
product will lead to streaking, not a
deeper tan. And don’t forget to wash
your hands after application.
body
TRY St. Tropez Self Tan Bronzing
Mousse, $30; Clinique Self-Sun
Body Airbrush Spray, $20.
Color lasts 3-5 days.
► IN A FEW DAYS
USE a glow lotion.
do applyitinplaceofyour
cream. The color develops gradi
so mistakes aren’t very noticeabli
DON’T be afiaid to mix it up If the
you’re usingisn’t right, switch it up
TRY Jergens Natural Glow Express
Body Moisturizer, $9; Nivea
Sun-kissed Beautiful Legs, $10.
Color is buildable and lasts as long
as you continue to apply.
► W ITH PRO FESIO N AL HELP
USE a local spa for an airbrush
tanning session or a tanning salon for
a spray tan booth.
DO check your inhibitions at the
door—these services are conducted
in the buff. If spray tanning, pay
attention to the instructional video
and be diligent about applying the
provided lotion to the soles of feet,
between toes, fingers, nails, palms,
knees, and elbows.
don’t wear white! Stick with dark,
loose-fitting garments to avoid any
potential color transfer. And skip a
shower for the next four to six
hours to allow the color to set.
try
Mystic Tan and Hollywood
Tan locations. Color lasts 5-7 days;
sessions run $30 and up.
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