When You Absolutely Must Fake It

It’s been a heck of a winter and the warm weather has finally arrived! With rising temperatures and blue skies always comes that inevitable desire to trade that winter pale for a sun kissed summer glow.

Unfortunately, whether you obtain your tan outside, on Town Lake, or at one of the many indoor tanning establishments in town, it is the result of damage from Ultraviolet radiation. The increase in skin pigment, called melanin, which causes the tan color change, is your skin's way of trying to protect itself from even more damage. The bottom line is that there is no such thing as a safe suntan.

It has been found that there are more skin cancer cases due to indoor tanning than lung cancer due to smoking. In less severe cases too much unprotected UV exposure can lead to leathery, wrinkled skin, and dark spots.

But don’t fret! You can still have your healthy skin and “tan” too thanks to self-tanning sprays, lotions, and mousses. We know what you're thinking… so abandon that orange thought this instant! 

Luckily for you, we have three fantastic products that won’t leave you looking like a character from Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory!

Quick Tan

Named one of TotalBeauty.com’s “Best Self-Tanners,” Quick Tan delivers realistic and lasting color. It’s easy to use, streak-free, and it smells delicious!

Fake Bake

Also on TotalBeauty.com’s list of “Best Self-Tanners,” Fake Bake offers a complete line of lotions, sprays, and even mousse for every skin tone and type. Fake Bake promises to last through bikini prep sweat sessions, wardrobe changes, and showers galore.

Tan Towel

Individually packaged in full and half body sizes, not only is Tan Towel convenient, it's odorless, easy to apply, and fast drying too. It leaves a lovely subtle color that doesn’t wash or rub off on clothes or sheets!

While you’re in choosing a self-tanner make sure you check out Dermalogica’s new Daylight Defense system!

 

Protection 50 Sport SPF 50

This sheer solar protection treatment defends against prolonged skin damage from UV light and environmental assault. Oleosome microspheres help enhance SPF performance and counteract moisture loss triggered by extended daylight exposure. Lightweight formula helps neutralize damage and bind moisture to skin without a greasy after-feel.

After Sun Repair

And just incase you do forget the sunscreen and over do it, there’s brand new After Sun Repair from Dermalogica. Its cooling formula helps remedy damage from exposure to UV sunlight.  Its lightweight formula calms skin, reduces irritation and pain from sunburn.

Enjoy this beautiful weather safely Austinites, we’ll see you at The Beauty Store soon!