Eat Your Way to Beautiful Skin!

Posted on | February 3, 2010 |

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They say you are what you eat. If this is true, then I’m on my way to turning into a giant frozen yogurt! Fortunately, the reality of the situation is a little less literal, but nonetheless true.  I find that after one too many weekends of splurging on sugary-goodies and carb-laden meals, my skin tends to look splotchy, puffy, and far from fabulous.

So with the New Year in full swing, I’ve resolved to improve my skin from the inside out.  After all, when you treat your body well, everything else falls into place – your complexion included!  Here’s my top list of healthy food to enjoy while you eat your way to beautiful skin:

Berries: Blackberries, blueberries, raspberries, and strawberries are a sweet way to up your antioxidant intake.  These super foods protect your skin from damaging free radicals and help keep premature aging at bay.

Walnuts, Salmon, Flax Seed, & Canola Oil: These sources of essential fatty acids are what lock-in moisture and keep your skin looking plump and youthful.

Dark Leafy Greens and Vegetables: The darker the color, the better!  These nutritional powerhouses deliver an abundance of vitamins and minerals as well as phytonutrients including beta-carotene.

Green Tea: I saved the best for last because this enjoyable beverage truly works overtime in its benefits!  Green tea boasts anti-inflammatory properties, helping to improve overall health, and it’s also believed to reduce the risk of skin cancer.

What’s on your list?  Would love to hear from you!

CH

Sonoma Airbrush Tanning

Posted on | January 29, 2010 |

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I recently had the opportunity to receive a spray tan from Kelly Richardson of Sonoma Airbush Tanning and loved it!  Kelly has been in the industry  for several years and has quite the following including many Miss America’s and other various celebs.  My treatment was fast and effortless and get’s the thumbs up from me! Kelly is warm, professional and makes you feel comfortable right away – always a good thing when you are in the buff! So if you happen to be in the Sonoma, Napa, Santa Rosa area you must stop by and get your glow on with Kelly or call her for her mobile onsite treatments!  Now that’s what I call service!

Sun Much?

Posted on | January 28, 2010 |

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We all have our vices.  Could it be that Ms. Versace’s is tanning?  We love her work, but wish she’d spend a little more time indoors and out of the sun!!

It Couldn’t Happen To Me… Could It?

Posted on | January 26, 2010 |

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With recent studies proving just how dangerous it is to use tanning beds and sun lamps (risk of melanoma spikes 75 percent in people who used tanning beds as young adults), many have responded accordingly by omitting these hazardous practices from their lifestyles.  However, not everyone is fazed by the latest scientific data, and that’s resulting in some scary statistics.

In the current issue of Glamour magazine, it was reported that an alarming 77 percent of tanning bed users will definitely continue to indoor-tan, regardless of the associated risks.  Numbers like this are behind what has prompted the Food and Drug Administration to toughen their warnings.  Warning labels are currently in place, but the FDA feels they are often overlooked and disregarded by most people, especially teens.

This cause for concern hits close to home for sun care company Antidote Skin Care.  One of their featured models, Alessa, was recently diagnosed with malignant melanoma at the young age of 21.  She was fortunate that The Self-Tanning Queen herself, Sinead Norenius, among others, noticed the change in color and irregular borders of her mole, leading her to have it checked and ultimately removed.  Although Alessa was very lucky, she must now be even more cautious and routinely has her skin checked every three months.  (You can see the mole on Alessa’s left shoulder in this untouched picture)

It’s easy to think that these things could never happen to you or a loved one, but skin cancer doesn’t discriminate, we are all at risk.  That’s why it is important to to acknowledge expert advice and warning labels.  If any extra precaution, such as the FDA’s tougher warnings, could help even one person avoid the devastation of being diagnosed with skin cancer,  then it would be worth it.

How do you feel about the FDA toughening their warnings?  Have you or anyone close to you been diagnosed with skin cancer?

CH

Love a Little Tanning Humor!

Posted on | January 21, 2010 |

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Glowing at the Golden Globes

Posted on | January 18, 2010 |

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The rainy weather couldn’t stop these gorgeous goddesses from glowing at the 2010 Golden Globes!  We were captivated by Kate Hudson, who brightened up the red carpet in a dreamy, white strapless gown, perfect for showing-off her beautifully bronzed upper body.

Jennifer Aniston also stood out, strutting her tanned and toned gams in a gorgeous black dress with an up-to-there slit.

Some other faves worth mentioning were Maggie Gyllenhaal, Kate Winslet, Emily Blunt and Penelope Cruz.

What did you think of Christina Agulera’s look? Hot or Not?

Whose look did you like? Did you notice any orange tan offenders?

The Longest 15 Minutes Ever

Posted on | January 15, 2010 |

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Was getting my daily Perez fix recently, when I came across this article on “Snooki” from the Jersey Shore.  Seems her life goal is to ensure that every household has a tanning bed of their own, you know, like a fireplace.  Her recent comments on Jay Leno regarding this ambition have ignited the wrath of numerous groups including the Parents Television Council, who are appalled that she would advocate and promote something known to cause skin cancer.

And cue fist pump!

Is this another tongue-in-cheek attempt at media exposure?  Have you had enough of Jersey Shore’s attention-getting antics?

CH

Beauty is in the Eye of the Beholder

Posted on | January 8, 2010 |

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Beauty comes from the inside and outside, knowing no boundaries, expressing itself in all different shapes, sizes, colors, and ways.  Depending on where you are from, you might find particular traits and physical characteristics attractive.  Living in the United States, California no less, we are accustomed to beauty in many forms.

In recent decades, a deep tan has been one of many desired looks, representing a youthful, carefree, and possibly luxurious existence.  Most recently though, we find the pendulum swinging back to embrace a more natural look in skin care; one that exemplifies safe-sun, moderation, and preservation of youth through the use of faux-glow delivering products, instead of actual time spent baking outside.

In beauty, as with fashion, there will always be trends.  But what’s your opinion?  Do you prefer a darker tan, or do you love the look of a subtle glow, if any?

CH

Tanning Salons: Under 18 Not Permitted?

Posted on | January 5, 2010 |

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As we continue to learn more about the harmful effects of tanning beds, standards and regulations shift accordingly.  Now The World Health Organization would like to restrict the use of tanning salons for anyone under 18 due to the danger of developing skin cancer.  30 states currently exercise their own restrictions, however there are no federal laws intact.

Advocates for this change believe that serious harm can be done to minor’s skin that will pose serious health implications later in life.  Conversely, skeptics feel moderate tanning does not put any specific age group people at risk, and that overexposure and burning is the real problem.

With recent studies linking artificial UV radiation to a significant increase in the likelihood of developing squamous cell carcinoma, a common skin cancer, enacting this legislation may save the lives of many children and adults.  What’s your opinion?  Would you be for or against this change?  Why or why not?

CH

The Self-Tanning Queen’s New Year Beauty Ritual

Posted on | December 29, 2009 |

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Every day is a chance to pamper yourself to the fullest- but let’s be honest, who has the time?  With the busy holiday season in full-swing, finding a moment for you can prove almost as rare as finding a good fruitcake!  But whatever your responsibilities are, make sure you’re a priority in 2010.  Why not begin now by following my New Year Beauty Ritual, sure to refresh and invigorate!  After all, when you take care of yourself and feel your best, it’s easier to conquer that to-do list, not to mention, those out-of-town guests!

My annual beauty ritual is centered on a relaxing soak in the tub, and I make sure to hit all the stops!  I like to begin this rejuvenating process with a fabulous glass of wine, so depending on my mood, I might choose a Nickel and Nickel Cabernet Sauvignon or a Cakebread Sauvignon Blanc.  Then I’ll put on some soothing music, I love William Joseph (Pianist), Buddha Bar, or Casa Del Mar CDs, and light some Jo Malone Vintage Gardenia or Grapefruit candles.  Ahhhh, feeling relaxed yet?  Draw a hot bath and add some amazing The Thymes Goldleaf bath soap, it’s absolutely heaven!  But wait, before jumping in the tub, I exfoliate my face with the yummy, ultra-fine scrub by Antidote Skin Care, Go Slough Yourself, and apply Sonja Dakar’s UltraLuxe Age Control Active Mask.  And soak!

When I’m ready to extract myself from the tub (no rush!), I towel-off, rinse my face, and lather on my favorite self-tanner, Summer Glow.  I wait a few moments and then pour myself into my gorgeous holiday staple, my Little Black Dress (mine this year is from the White House Black Market).  Couldn’t feel more fabulous right now!  After this routine, you’ll absolutely glow, so I just add a little bit of makeup, touch-up my hair, put on my sexiest heels, and I’m ready to take-on the night and the New Year!

I hope you enjoy my New Year Beauty Ritual as much as I do.  Do you have any beauty rituals or favorite pampering products?  Would love to hear from you!

Happy New Year,

The Self-Tanning Queen

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