SELF-TANNER MISTAKES
STYLE GUIDE
- FASHION HOW TO:
- Sunglasses that Fit Your Face
- A Busty Gal's Guide to Summer Dresses
- How Not to Look Fat in Tank Tops
- Swimsuits for Every Body Type
- Look 5 Years Younger
- How Not to Look Fat in a Skirt
- Wear a Wrap
- Clean Out Your Closet
- Shape Your Style Blog with Bradley Bayou and Emily Neill
- Shave Off Pounds with a Jacket
- Dresses for Every Event
- HAIR & BEAUTY HOW TO:
- DIY Pedicure
- Avoid Self-Tanning Mistakes
- Beauty for Dummies
- Wear Colored Eyeliner
- Hair Myths and Truths
- Celeb Hair Secrets
- Clean Out Your Makeup Bag
- The Easiest Hair Style Ever!
- Christo's Guide for Going Curly
- Christo's Tips for Chopping Your Locks
- 10 Beauty Secrets You Can't Live Without
- Laurent D on Party Hair
- A Curly Girl's Guide to Hair
- Bravo's "Shear Genius"
- Summer Updos
- Mani and Pedi Trends
- Low Maintenance Hair
- LOOK FOR LESS
- Summer Sandals
- Carrie Bradshaw's Style
- Oversized Clutches
- Celeb Jeans
- "It" Bags: This Season's Best Arm Candy
- STYLE BASICS VIDEOS
- Organizing Your Closet
- Handbags
- Office Chic
- Pack the Perfect Makeup Bag
- Clean Out Your Closet
- Dressing for Your Body Type
- Shoes and Boots
- Must-Have Accesories
- Find the Perfect Jeans
- Add a Splash of Color
Top 10 Self-Tanner Disasters Fixed
Problem: My face is way too dark
The Fix: A bronzer instead of self-tanner
Your face should be lighter than your body, or else you risk looking unnatural and even older. Bronzing powders or tanners made just for the face will give you a subtle, youthful glow.
By Melissa Goldberg
WireImage.com
Problem: I can't reach my back
The Fix: Spray it on
Self-tanners in a spray form are ideal for hard-to-reach spots. As you get more practice, use sprays to shape thighs and stomach by concentrating color on problem areas.
Problem: Orange hands
The Fix: Laundry detergent
Mix a teaspoon of detergent granules with water to make a paste. Gently scrub palms and between fingers to erase color. To prevent future mishaps, wear latex gloves to apply self-tanner.
Problem: Splotchy Color
The Fix: Try mousse instead of lotion
Beginners will have more success with a mousse texture that glides on more evenly and is less prone to streaking.
Problem: I'm terrified of self-tanners
The Fix: Go slow
Build color slowly with new body moisturizers that you can use everyday. Apply to dry skin after showering in the AM, and see a touch of color by evening. Bonus: they're practically mistake proof.
Problem: I'm have darker skin, but I want a glow
The Fix: Go for shimmer
Use a spray or lotion with golden light-reflecting particles on legs and shoulders to add a radiant sexy glow to deeper skin tones.
Problem: My knees and elbows are discolored
The Fix: Hydrate first
Before applying self-tanner, massage moisturizer onto rough areas and wipe off excess with a towel. The layer of hydration will prevent skin from absorbing too much tanner and looking dark.
Elea Dumas, Jupiterimages.com
Problem: My clothes are stained
The Fix: Plan to tan
If you want to show off sun-kissed skin in white clothes, apply product a day before you dress. A gentle shower after your tan emerges will get rid of extra color that may rub off. Also, most stains will come out in the wash.
Problem: My tanner makes me itch
The Fix: Rethink tanning
If you have sensitive skin, test any product in a small area to see if skin reacts before committing to color. Porcelain skin is beautiful too, and your health is not worth the risk of a fake bake.
Problem: I have tanner's regret, and want it off
The Fix: Head to the kitchen
After soaking in warm water to open your pores, rub a lemon on skin to release its acidic juice. Finish by gently scrubbing with sugar or baking soda, and rinse. And since the ingredients are natural, you won't harm your skin.
by Melissa Goldberg
WireImage.com
Recent Comments
Dramaqueeny507 01:20:10 PM Jul 01 2008
haha she's orange.... i guess someone bought the wrong product!!!!!!
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Chergurl200375 11:15:46 PM May 26 2008
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chikkennmama04 03:45:34 PM May 16 2008
eeww. SHE LOOKS SO FAKE!!! Ya know.. i liek stars who can actually just.. livve with who they are.!!! AND.. I DO NOT LIKE HER!!!!
TANALISCIOUS 07:54:05 PM May 13 2008
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srferhol89 06:01:59 PM May 13 2008
wht is tht thing on her throat...its like a bouncy ball is stuck in there!
MiyamotoXNitane 05:43:34 PM May 13 2008
Haahaa. I laughed when I saw jessica's face. :]
