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 [...]

I’ll Take a Six-Pack, Please!

Imagine if getting toned abs and limbs was as simple as strategically spraying on some self-tanner… for some it is! A recent article in The Wall Street Journal divulged behind-the-scenes tanning tricks from the popular TV show, “Dancing With the Stars.” If you’ve ever tuned-in, then you have surely witnessed not only their impressive quickstep, [...]

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 [...]

Reverse Early Sun Damage and Plump Up Tired Skin!

Pre-cancerous lesions, known as actinic keratoses, are considered the earliest stage of skin cancer and have the potential to progress to squamous cell carcinoma, a type of skin cancer that can be fatal! For the last 4 decades, doctors have been successfully treating patients who show these early signs of skin cancer with Efudex cream. [...]

Seeking All Those Who Are Plastic and Proud!

I’ve never thought of pageant contestests as “naturally beautiful.” With all the glittery, nearly costume-like clothing, heavy stage make-up and deeply intense faux-tans, I find it hard to see past the superficial layer. But plastic surgery has long been a taboo topic among beauty pageant contestants.
On October 9th, Hungary aims to break new ground by [...]

In Search of The Queen!

Since starting this blog I learn something new nearly everyday. I can thank Wordpress for that! I love the detailed information it gives me, and particularly all the tools it uses to educate me about my readership. Yesterday I glanced at “Search Engine Terms”, which are a list of search terms typed into Google (or [...]

2 Reasons Why You Should Take Advantage of These Long Summer Days

You all know by now that I am a huge proponent of Safe Sun Practices. That giant ball of radiation that climbs into the sky every morning can be deadly if abused, but what about all the positive affects the sun has on the body? According the the World Health Organization there are many benefits [...]

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