Tanning

The best tanning wipes for a sunny glow

Brianna Martinez — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 06:00:00 -0800

With spring right around the corner, it's time to start seeing life through a sunny lens! Try these tanning wipes for a sunny, natural glow. Kick harmful UV rays to the curb and tan safely and easily.

How to keep your summer tan

Nina Sutton — Wed, 26 Sep 2012 11:00:00 -0700

It's fall and the summer sun is leaving us, so here's how you can still focus on keeping your tan. Here are a few tips to keep that golden glow using self-tanners as the weather gets cooler.

Should you let your teen tan?

Sherri Kuhn — Wed, 04 Jul 2012 12:00:00 -0700

We’ve all heard the news reports about tanning booths enough to know that they aren’t a good idea. Many teens are still addicted to the idea that they should be tan, and tanning salons are full of repeat customers. In many areas now, you must be over 18 years old or have parental permission to do indoor tanning. Should we be letting our teens tan?

Are sunburns the new child abuse?

Sherri Kuhn — Tue, 12 Jun 2012 14:00:00 -0700

With the recent story about the mother accused of taking her young daughter into a tanning booth, will sunburns become the new “red flag” for social services? Spend a bit too long at the swimming pool without re-applying sunscreen and you may be a child abuser? Are we going too far in our attempts at making sure kids are safe?

4 Ways to sunless tan

Vicki Clinebell — Fri, 01 Jun 2012 01:46:00 -0700

Beautiful, bronze skin the smart and safe way: Get a gorgeous sunless tan!

Why you should just say no to tanning

Jessica Padykula — Thu, 31 May 2012 10:46:00 -0700

Despite continual warnings about the harmful effects of indoor tanning , countless people continue to bake their bodies. With the media circus surrounding the “tanning mom,” who came under fire recently for taking her 5-year-old tanning, this tremendously unhealthy habit is back in the spotlight.

From sun-kissed to bronze: Which shade of tan is right for you?

Jessica Padykula — Wed, 30 May 2012 11:02:00 -0700

Choosing the right shade of tan can be just as frustrating as choosing the perfect shade of foundation. If you’re toying with the idea of a tan but can’t decide how dark to go, let us help. We’ve put together a guide to finding the perfect shade of tan.

NJ Mom accused of taking her daughter tanning

Molly Cerreta Smith — Thu, 03 May 2012 13:00:00 -0700

This is a case of motherhood gone bizarre! Patricia Krentcil, a mother of five in New Jersey, has been charged with allowing her 6-year-old daughter in a booth at a tanning salon, causing the girl to get sunburned. It's like looking into a crystal ball and seeing Snooki and her future Guidette or Guido in training.

How to match sunless tanner to your skin tone

Elizabeth Mitchell — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 02:20:00 -0800

Looking to get beautifully bronzed just in time for spring? Then skip the tanning bed and avoid a potential run-in with skin cancer by applying a great sunless tanner. Meet your perfect match and get the glow of a lifetime with the help of celebrity makeup artist and co-founder of Luxe Beauty Team, Amy Hollier.

How to get even coverage from sunless tanner

Elizabeth Mitchell — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 01:59:00 -0800

If we've learned one thing from Lindsay Lohan over the years, it’s how not to apply sunless tanner. Learn how to get even coverage and that gorgeous, natural glow you’ve always wanted with these expert, step-by-step tips from celebrity makeup artist and co-founder of Luxe Beauty Team, Amy Hollier.

How to maintain a sun-free glow

Christina Caldwell — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 01:51:00 -0800

Summer is around the corner, and while you’ve been bundling up in the winter months, your skin has become a dull shade somewhere between Snow White and Conan O’Brien. There are a number of ways to remedy your pale skin situation, many of which involve baking in harmful UV rays. Using a sunless tanner can give you the effect of bronzed skin without the unsavory side effects. Here’s how to maintain a gorgeous sun-free glow.

How to apply sunless tanners

Kori Ellis — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 01:39:00 -0800

You don't need to bake in the sun to get a fabulous tan. Instead, use sunless tanner to achieve glowing, beautiful skin without the risk of sun damage.

How to apply sunless tanner to your face

Elizabeth Mitchell — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 01:23:00 -0800

The only thing worse than the weather during winter is not being able to get your tan on! Unlike the kids on Jersey Shore, though, we all know better than to G.T.L. That’s why we hit up celebrity makeup artist and co-founder of Luxe Beauty Team, Amy Hollier, to show us how to fake it ‘til we make it from the neck up using sunless tanner.

How to get glowing skin

Kori Ellis — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 01:18:00 -0800

Skin looks best when it's smooth, glowing and radiant -- but stress, weather and other factors can leave your skin dry and dull. To get your glow on you need to eat right, exfoliate regularly and get a little help from sunless tanner and other beauty products.

How to prepare skin for sunless tanners

Kori Ellis — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 01:03:00 -0800

Prepping your skin can make the difference between a glorious tan and a streaky mess. We consulted with makeup artists and tanning experts to get the advice on how to prepare your skin for sunless tanners. With these tips and tricks, applying tanning products and keeping your sunless glow will be easy.

How to avoid sunless tanner slip-ups

Christina Caldwell — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 00:51:00 -0800

Sunless tanner can be a tricky thing: There’s a fine line between “bronzed beauty” and “the next Jersey Shore cast member.” With a few simple tricks and tips, though, you’ll be on your way to looking bronzed and beautiful without looking streaky and orange. Here’s how you can avoid sunless tanner slip-ups.

How to manage summer skin emergencies

Elizabeth Weiss McGolerick — Wed, 06 Jul 2011 10:33:00 -0700

Whether you’re sporting a streaky tan, full-body breakout or the sunburn from Hades, find out how to treat, conceal and prevent summer skin emergencies so you can look as cool as a cucumber.

Teens and tanning: How to get the right shade for prom

Elizabeth Weiss McGolerick — Fri, 08 Apr 2011 09:16:00 -0700

Tanning for prom is a longtime trend, but all tanning products aren’t foolproof. When teen tanning goes awry, it can become orange very quickly. Here’s how to avoid -- and fix -- the most common tanning mistakes.

How to find the best self tanner

Jessica Padykula — Thu, 24 Mar 2011 09:21:00 -0700

Tanning the old-fashioned way can cause far too many skin and health problems to even consider. If you don’t want to give up the glow, though, don’t worry: Today’s self tanners are natural-looking and easy to apply. If you’re having trouble figuring out where to start, follow our guide to choosing the best self tanner and achieving a gorgeous, sun-kissed radiance all over.

6 Beauty rituals that make you look older

Jessica Padykula — Mon, 06 Dec 2010 12:00:00 -0800

We all hear and read countless things about what can make us look younger: drinking lots of water, eating fruits and vegetables and exercising -- not to mention all the creams, lotions and serums touted as the next big thing in youthful-looking skin. Some of our beauty regimens, however, actually make us look older. We know that’s the last thing you want, so we looked into some of the biggest beauty no-nos to help ensure you steer clear of anything that could sap your youthful glow.

Secrets to smooth, sexy legs

Kathryn M D'Imperio — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0700

Many men can't resist a sleek and sexy set of legs. From short and sassy miniskirts boasting miles of gorgeous legs to long, silky skirts subtly showing off beautiful legs through tasteful slits -- fashion is your friend when it comes to accentuating your legs.