Archive for the ‘Fake tanning advice’ Category
Protecting your fake tan
Friday, May 4th, 2012
How to make a sunless tan last.
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So you’ve exfoliated, applied your fake tan and allowed it to develop? Now’s the time to wash off the guide colour, pat dry your skin and cover your whole body with a rich moisturiser to give it the best chance of lasting a full 10 to 14 days.
Aside from moisturising regularly, there are a few other things you should be aware of if you want to ensure that your radiant tan looks as perfect as possible for a prolonged period.
The first thing is to avoid using harsh shower gels that will strip the colour off the top layer of your skin. In fact even an extra long bath could shorten the life of your tan – it’s much better to have a quick shower to retain your gorgeous glow for the whole week. (more…)
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Male tanning tips from expert James Harknett
Friday, April 27th, 2012
Learn how fake tan can help you look toned and fit.
Discover the best way to apply sunless tan to boost muscle definition.
Tanning industry expert James Harknett joined our ranks to become a Sienna X brand ambassador at the start of this month. James has always been a fan of the sienna X range and now he’s in the press again explaining how to achieve the perfect golden glow with our industry leading products.
James’ latest editorial was published in Men’s Health magazine where he provided plenty of sage advice on fake tanning and muscle definition for men. Here’s what we’ve managed to glean from his wise words:
1. Use a dark shade of fake tan to highlight muscle tone. A darker skin tone naturally helps the body to look more healthy and firm so the best way to define the abdominal area and pectorals is to rub a darker tanning lotion into the skin using a tanning mitt. (more…)
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Tips for achieving the perfect fake tan
Wednesday, April 25th, 2012
Advice on tanning at home.
How to fake tan.
Tanning at home is simple – just apply the colour, wait for it to develop and wash it off in the shower to enjoy a gorgeous glow that lasts for the whole week!
If you’ve never self tanned before check out our top tips for achieving a superb result that looks natural, radiant and bronzed:
1. Exfoliate your whole body a day before your home tanning session to remove dead skin cells. The active ingredients in fake tan latch on to the uppermost layer of skin on your body so it’s vital that the surface is clean, fresh and even. If the lotion attaches to dry skin cells the colour will fade away faster when the cells naturally flake away with the passage of time. If old skin cells have already been sloughed off with your exfoliator your tan will last much longer. (more…)
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Fake tanning for Easter weekend
Friday, April 6th, 2012
Achieve a holiday glow before the weekend begins.
Get a jump start on your holiday colour.
Four days of freedom from work deserve to be celebrated in style! If you’re off on a road trip with the kids or about to spend the weekend abroad with friends, a fake tan could help you to start the holidays off with a bang.
It can be tough to keep up with a beauty regime during the working week but now you’ve got some well deserved time off you can give your skin some extra TLC and treat it to a moisturising sunless tanning treatment. If you’ve packed a suitcase full of new outfits for a city break, a gorgeous fake tan will look superb against your dresses, skirts and sleeveless tops.
The beauty of fake tanning at home is that it takes just minutes but the after effects can last for a couple of weeks. (more…)
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Moisturise to protect your tan
Monday, April 2nd, 2012
Feed your skin with moisture and enhance your tan.
Ensure that your bronzed skin becomes the star of the show.
During the winter months skin can feel cracked and dry, which can often make us slather on the moisturiser and wrap up in something warm. However, sticking to a moisturising routine is just as important when the sun shines, especially on skin that has been fake tanned.
Moisturisers work by replenishing the skin cells with essential hydration and help to soften the skin and reduce the onset of wrinkles. By protecting the top layer of skin, moisturisers can increase the life of your sunless tan by preventing dead skin cells from flaking off.
When you apply fake tan make sure that you rub moisturiser into the skin after the colour has developed and you’ve washed off the guide colour. This will add brightness to your skin and ensure that you get as much life as possible out of your new burnished colour. (more…)
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Tan for your March wedding
Monday, March 5th, 2012
Get hitched looking gorgeous.
Say your vows feeling confident about your skin.
Glorious rays of sunshine have already made an appearance this month, suggesting that the rest of March is set to be a scorcher (we hope!). If you’re planning on walking down the aisle over the next few weeks you’ve picked the perfect time of year; choose Sienna X and you’ll have the perfect tan to match your gorgeous gown and your fantastic ‘just married’ status.
You’ll want to look the best you’ve ever looked on your special day so make an impact with your radiant, bronzed skin by opting for a flawless spray tan applied by an expert spray tan therapist. Your photographs will come out looking amazing and the guests will be dazzled by your sun-kissed skin. Better yet, you’ll get a head start on achieving a beautifully burnished tan before the honeymoon begins, allowing you to wear less make up and truly enjoy your natural beauty whether you’re holidaying on the beach or in the city. (more…)
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Fake tan aftercare
Monday, February 13th, 2012
Details on how to care for your skin after your sunless tanning treatment.
Extend the life of your tan with some easy-to-follow advice.
Caring for your tan is important if you’re keen to prolong your sun kissed colour for as long as possible. If you’ve had a spray tan over the weekend or chosen to fake tan from the comfort of your own home in preparation for Valentine’s day here are a couple of tips on ensuring that your bronzed and beautiful look lasts for days.
1.Avoid harsh face washes and body gels. Once you’ve achieved your golden glow do your best to stop using shower gel that dries out the skin. Opt for products that add moisture and hydration like eXotically rich face & body wash. This ultra-mild gel contains aloe vera and silk protein and is gentle enough for facial use. Formulated to add radiance to the skin, it has a delicate fragrance of lemongrass and ginger and will help the skin to retain its moisture levels – if the skin dries out, the top layer of cells that have been darkened with fake take will begin to be sloughed off and therefore reduce the life cycle of your tan. (more…)
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How to avoid fake tan fails
Monday, February 6th, 2012
Top tips on fake tanning.
Guidance and advice on sunless tanning at home.
Achieving the perfect fake tan doesn’t have to be difficult if you take some time to prepare your skin beforehand. Here are our top tips on ensuring that your sunless tan looks flawless and fabulous:
1.Leave at least 24 hours between waxing and fake tanning. Try to shave or wax your legs and underarms at least a day before you plan on applying fake tan. The pores on your skin open up after a waxing treatment and if you rub fake tan onto your body straight away you’ll be left with a spotty finish.
2.Use barrier cream. There are some areas of the body that need to be protected from tanning product including the eyebrows and finger nails. Apply a light coat of barrier cream onto any areas of the skin that you do not want to tan – this will avoid discolouration of the nail bed. Dry areas like the elbows and the palms of the hands and feet should also be covered with barrier cream. (more…)
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How to apply fake tan
Wednesday, January 18th, 2012
Simple tanning tips for beginners.
Sienna X guidelines to build your tanning confidence.
If you’ve never fake tanned before here is a helpful guide on where to start:
1.Exfoliate! The first thing you should do is exfoliate – this removes the dead cells on the top layer of the skin and leaves behind a fresh bed of smooth cells that provide the perfect base for the application of fake tan lotion. Opt for Sienna X eXquisitely soft body polish if you want to use a simple product that results in soft, silky skin, leaving a perfect finish for absorbing any Sienna X tanning product. This gorgeous scrub comprises of fine pumice, ginger and lemongrass, this exfoliator polishes the skin from top to toe and ensures that you don’t have any dry areas that can appear patchy and unsightly after a fake tan treatment.
2.Remove unwanted hair. It’s important to shave or wax your legs and underarms at least 24 hours before fake tanning. Waxing in particular can result in creating open pores; if you apply fake tan straight after a hair removal treatment the tanning lotion can seep into those areas, making the skin look dimpled and spotty. (more…)
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Remember beauty on Boxing Day
Monday, December 26th, 2011
Don’t forget that there’s still another shindig to attend!
Make the most of the last get-together of the year and replenish your fake tan.
The turkey has been carved, the crackers have been pulled and the brandy has been set alight on the Christmas pudding. Aside from letting your stomach recover from the festive foods its been indulging in – and burning off those extra calories at the Boxing Day sales – you need to bear it in mind that the New Year party is almost on its way. (more…)
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