Tanning Salons: Under 18 Not Permitted?

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 [...]

Ohhh… What to wear?!

No doubt this question has crossed your mind any number of times when getting ready (0r today for that matter)! This question can take on many tones as well: excited, frustrated, giddy, anxious, and hysterical… But I have found two ways to prepare for the inevitable question. The first comes in the form of the [...]

Self-Tanning Parties or Bust!

It has been a crazy for weeks and have only now had a chance to do a post! How sad is that?! My team and I have been really busy doing self-tanning parties where we teach people how to actually apply self-tanner and how to handle certain challenging areas – such as the hands and [...]

Differences between various self-tanners

This weeks blog reviews the differences between the various types of self-tanners – lotions vs. sprays vs. mousse and gels. I also mention my new weekly obsession! Here’s a hint… It’s berry good for you! ; )
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Resveratrol – It’s all about red wine!

Today’s post comes from fellow aesthetician, Tanya Serrato. As aesthetician’s we are very excited about this ingredient and what it can potentially do on an anti-aging level in skin care. Here is what Tanya reported:
Resveratrol is popping up in various skin care products (SircuitSkin, Desert Essence, Radical Skin Care); the reason? It basically [...]

Weekly Vlog: Am I Allergic to DHA?

This weeks vlog answers a readers question about possibly being allergic to DHA (the active ingredient in self-tanners). I also talk about my new obsession and YES… IT’S ORANGE!!! Oh my!!
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Spray-Tan Or Go Home!

A recent topic on Mumsnet.com has got moms all fired up at the idea of spray-tanning your kids for competitions. One mom is being told that if her daughter doesn’t do it, she’ll lose the competition for sure! Would you let your kids spray-tan if it meant staying in the competition?

Vegan Prisoners Demand Eco-Friendly Self-Tanners!

One might think that once in jail you leave all your rights behind, but did you know that in the UK pagan inmates are allowed to collect twigs to use as wands in their cells and vegan (chose not to eat meat or dairy products) inmates are promised one Brazil nut per day? And now, [...]

Determined to be Tan! A Funny Email From AN STQ Reader, Christie.

Dear Self Tanning Queen,
Much like you, I’ve been messing around with self-tanners since I was 19, thanks to my aunt when I found hers, and I just had to try it! I’m 38 and am sooooo white with lots of freckles and blue eyes. Back in the day I laid in the sun with everything [...]

How Much Vitamin D Do You Need?

Do you get enough Vitamin D in your diet? Vitamin D can be found in oily fishes such as salmon and mackerel, eggs, and juices, cereals and milks that have been fortified with Vitamin D. Since exposure to the sun can put you at risk for skin damage that can lead to cancer, Vitamin [...]

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