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Post by cakediva on Jan 18, 2017 0:43:09 GMT
Spin off from my tannin before you vacation thread!
I wasn't seriously considering it, it would be an unhealthy waste of money. Honestly I'd rather spend the money on the Dukoral medication so we don't get travellers diarrhea while we are away!
several of you mentioned you use the self tanning lotions. So recommendations for good ones that won't break the bank?
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Post by padresfan619 on Jan 18, 2017 0:53:24 GMT
Jergens gradual tanning moisturizer is nice. Getting a mitt for even application is even better.
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Post by AllieC on Jan 18, 2017 0:54:00 GMT
I have used a few good ones but not sure if the same ones are available there. One of my faves is the Dove gradual tanner. Over a few days a nice glow comes up but no orange and I don't get any streaks etc. My absolute favourite is Bondi Sands Gradual Tanning Foam. So easy to apply, no mess, lovely colour.
My tips if you are doing it are to make sure you exfoliate (especially dry areas like elbows, ankles etc) for a few days in advance. I have a shower and then put some moisturiser on the inside of my wrists and up the inside of my arms and also around my ankles and feet. I still put the tanner on those areas but doing this I don't get the weird streaky feet and wrists that some people do. Wash your hands really well (or moisturise) to avoid tanned palms or use a tanning mitt.
I did this before my last trip to Thailand. I am not one for laying out for hours in the sun but this just took the white edge off LOL so I didn't look too pale.
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Post by Dalai Mama on Jan 18, 2017 0:55:58 GMT
I don't use them but I have a cousin who uses Tarte Brazilliance and it looks natural.
And, yeah, definitely get the Dukoral.
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Post by bdawnb on Jan 18, 2017 0:56:14 GMT
I use Tanwise. Good color and no streaks and the smell isn't bad..
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Post by elaine on Jan 18, 2017 0:58:28 GMT
Self-tanning lotions aren't going to give you any prevention from sunburn, in the same way a tan from a salon would.
I'm not supporting tanning beds at all, but I'd skip the self-tanning lotion too, because it isn't going to do anything other than make it more difficult to determine when you need to get out of the sun and/or cover up.
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Post by cakediva on Jan 18, 2017 1:02:22 GMT
I don't use them but I have a cousin who uses Tarte Brazilliance and it looks natural. And, yeah, definitely get the Dukoral. Yep - this is one of the main reasons I'll be telling DH about the trip a good 3 weeks before we go! First, he has to clean stuff up at work for his staff, but second, I just can't get that commercial out of my head! "We spent our vacation in the bathroom" ugh we arent 20 any more, I don't want to be dealing with that in our first tropical vacation since our honeymoon 23 years ago! |
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Post by myshelly on Jan 18, 2017 1:02:32 GMT
Here's my opinion.
Tan skin used to be in fashion/a beauty ideal because it used to be considered healthy to have a tan.
Now we know better. We know that a tan is actually skin damage.
So why would you want to emulate skin damage for the sake of beauty? That's the opposite of a beauty ideal.
No one would say a person of color is ugly because their skin is too dark. It's not ok to say a Caucasian person's skin is ugly because it's too white.
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Post by cakediva on Jan 18, 2017 1:03:56 GMT
Self-tanning lotions aren't going to give you any prevention from sunburn, in the same way a tan from a salon would. I'm not supporting tanning beds at all, but I'd skip the self-tanning lotion too, because it isn't going to do anything other than make it more difficult to determine when you need to get out of the sun and/or cover up. It isn't about preventing me from burning. I'll be wearing sunscreen and staying under cabanas as much as I can. it is more about the insane whiteness of my legs! 😜 |
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Post by milocat on Jan 18, 2017 1:20:50 GMT
Here's my opinion. Tan skin used to be in fashion/a beauty ideal because it used to be considered healthy to have a tan. Now we know better. We know that a tan is actually skin damage. So why would you want to emulate skin damage for the sake of beauty? That's the opposite of a beauty ideal. No one would say a person of color is ugly because their skin is too dark. It's not ok to say a Caucasian person's skin is ugly because it's too white. While I agree with what you said. I've even said to people who have commented on my whiteness "thanks it's my non skin cancer look!" I used gradual self tanners on my neck and chest before because my skin is SO white that when I add make up (blush, highlighter, foundation) it makes it look like it doesn't match and I have so much on but with a tiny bit of colour it balances me out. I use it but not much, still stay whiter than white. I've used Jergens Natural Glow and Olay. I've used the one for fair and medium skin, both the gradual build. |
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Post by AmandaA on Jan 18, 2017 1:37:52 GMT
I am very fair and like the color I get from the St Tropez bronzing mousse. The mitt makes it go on and blend really easily. I only use it on my legs and use it every couple of days for a week or so before we travel. I don't want a crazy dark tan on my legs, but just enough to take the glare off and help hide any blood vessels or bruises that might be showing.
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Post by CarolinaGirl71 on Jan 18, 2017 1:41:32 GMT
I use the Jergens self-tanning lotion - I am very fair, and I use the fair to medium variety.
Make sure you exfoliate really well before application. Also, put moisture lotion on the edges of the soles of your feet and heels, so that you don't get orange stripes there. Make sure you keep rubbing it in until there are no streaks of the self-tanner .
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Post by Zee on Jan 18, 2017 1:45:33 GMT
Here's my opinion. Tan skin used to be in fashion/a beauty ideal because it used to be considered healthy to have a tan. Now we know better. We know that a tan is actually skin damage. So why would you want to emulate skin damage for the sake of beauty? That's the opposite of a beauty ideal. No one would say a person of color is ugly because their skin is too dark. It's not ok to say a Caucasian person's skin is ugly because it's too white. While I agree with you in theory, I don't like the color of my legs. I also don't like the color of my hair, so I color it. I don't decide those things for other people but I'll feel free to make decisions about my own appearance. |
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Post by NoWomanNoCry on Jan 18, 2017 1:53:48 GMT
St. Tropez. Use the mitt and it will go on great. It comes out a dark black-greenish color so don't freak out. It's also a mousse, not a lotion so IMO that makes a lot of difference. I always do it before bed then when I wake up in the morning and shower...once I shower the tan is set into my skin. When I first used it I didn't shower and didn't like the way it came out then I found out you're suppose to shower hours later...that made all the difference.
I'm white as a ghost and I personally like a little tan on skin so this is a good option since I can't do beds (and wouldn't anyways).
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Post by cakediva on Jan 18, 2017 2:15:39 GMT
Here's my opinion. Tan skin used to be in fashion/a beauty ideal because it used to be considered healthy to have a tan. Now we know better. We know that a tan is actually skin damage. So why would you want to emulate skin damage for the sake of beauty? That's the opposite of a beauty ideal. No one would say a person of color is ugly because their skin is too dark. It's not ok to say a Caucasian person's skin is ugly because it's too white. Ok - so in that vein of thinking - WHY are you giving me such a hard time about wanting to look a bit tan and not so pasty white? I'm finally starting to feel a bit better about my body and its shape (diet & exercising my ass off) and for ME - the age I am? I remember being tan and loving the look of it. YES suntans from the sun is skin damage. But I really hate the pasty white glow in the dark look of my legs. For the first time in years I am putting on a bathing suit and not much else for a week, and if it helps my self image to be a bit tan so I feel better in the suit - who cares! |
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Post by maryland on Jan 18, 2017 2:16:11 GMT
I haven't used any in a while, but on Today show they had beauty experts on and they liked Sally Hansen Airbursh Sun Tanning mousse ($11.00 Target).
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Post by AussieMeg on Jan 18, 2017 2:32:52 GMT
One of my faves is the Dove gradual tanner. Over a few days a nice glow comes up but no orange and I don't get any streaks etc. My absolute favourite is Bondi Sands Gradual Tanning Foam. My tips if you are doing it are to make sure you exfoliate (especially dry areas like elbows, ankles etc) for a few days in advance. I have a shower and then put some moisturiser on the inside of my wrists and up the inside of my arms and also around my ankles and feet. I still put the tanner on those areas but doing this I don't get the weird streaky feet and wrists that some people do. Wash your hands really well (or moisturise) to avoid tanned palms or use a tanning mitt. Are you me LOL?! I also use Dove gradual tanner and Bondi Sands.  I also recommend exfoliating and moisturising especially around ankles and elbows so you don't get patchy. Ok - so in that vein of thinking - WHY are you giving me such a hard time about wanting to look a bit tan and not so pasty white? I'm finally starting to feel a bit better about my body and its shape (diet & exercising my ass off) and for ME - the age I am? I remember being tan and loving the look of it. YES suntans from the sun is skin damage. But I really hate the pasty white glow in the dark look of my legs. For the first time in years I am putting on a bathing suit and not much else for a week, and if it helps my self image to be a bit tan so I feel better in the suit - who cares! [Even though the quote above wasn't directed at me] I totally understand wanting to look a bit tan. I dislike looking pasty white as well. And yes, it really does help self image. When I get skinny again (hahaha) and am able to rock a bathing suit again (fingers crossed) I will probably lash out and get a spray tan for the first time in my life. There's no point me paying for that now because I keep most of my body from the knees up to my shoulders hidden. |
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Post by myshelly on Jan 18, 2017 2:37:48 GMT
I agree that everyone should make their own decisions about their own skin.
Do what you like.
What I'm saying is, at one time there was a preconceived notion that dark skin was ugly and people tried to bleach or whiten it. We, as a society, no longer have that ideal so people no longer equate dark skin with ugly and no longer try to bleach or otherwise treat it.
Likewise, as beauty ideals change about pale skin I would encourage people to stop using negative words like "pasty" and attempt to embrace the beauty of pale, creamy, milky skin. Stop using phrases like "too white".
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Post by lancermom on Jan 18, 2017 3:41:57 GMT
Here's my opinion. Tan skin used to be in fashion/a beauty ideal because it used to be considered healthy to have a tan. Now we know better. We know that a tan is actually skin damage. So why would you want to emulate skin damage for the sake of beauty? That's the opposite of a beauty ideal. No one would say a person of color is ugly because their skin is too dark. It's not ok to say a Caucasian person's skin is ugly because it's too white. While I agree with you in theory, I don't like the color of my legs. I also don't like the color of my hair, so I color it. I don't decide those things for other people but I'll feel free to make decisions about my own appearance. I agree! I so pale that I glow in the dark. Really, you should see me on a night of a full moon! Haha I use the lotions so I can wear white shorts. Otherwise my legs just about blend. Anything lighter actually makes my skin look even more place. I do use plenty of sunscreen all year round too. |
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Post by PEAcan pie on Jan 18, 2017 3:48:48 GMT
I love my pale skin! I embrace it. It is me:) I want to protect it. So..no fake tanning for me.
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Post by MichyM on Jan 18, 2017 4:48:04 GMT
I don't the quite understand the unsolicited advice here. I'm going to Florida in March and was hoping for recommendations (and do appreciate the ones that were posted)!
I'm a 25 year melanoma survivor with a disfiguring 4" scar on my leg (front and center on the shin) from the surgery to remove it. With legs as white as milk. If I, or Cakediva, or anyone else feels better about herself by using a self tanner (which to my knowledge are not bad for us) how and why does that impact anyone else? To me I feel badly enough about my legs....a little self tanner is for ME.
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Post by iamkristinl16 on Jan 18, 2017 4:48:23 GMT
I agree that everyone should make their own decisions about their own skin. Do what you like. What I'm saying is, at one time there was a preconceived notion that dark skin was ugly and people tried to bleach or whiten it. We, as a society, no longer have that ideal so people no longer equate dark skin with ugly and no longer try to bleach or otherwise treat it. Likewise, as beauty ideals change about pale skin I would encourage people to stop using negative words like "pasty" and attempt to embrace the beauty of pale, creamy, milky skin. Stop using phrases like "too white". I agree to a point as well. I am very fair and have red hair. Most of the time, I embrace my skin color. But when wearing a swimsuit I would feel better with a little more color on my legs. I think it gives people a glow and makes them look slimmer/hides cellulite and other "flaws". I don't need to be super tan--I would be happy with most people's winter skin tone. Lol. That being said, I am too lazy to use self tanner all of the time and the times I have tried it, it was streaky. So, I just stay pale. I also worry about the chemicals in sunless tanners. I would look for one that was as safe as possible. I know on one episode of the Kardashians they talked about this but I can't remember what brand they used (it was a spray tan, though). |
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Post by YooHoot on Jan 18, 2017 5:05:35 GMT
Fake Bake
Best stuff! It's a spray with a mitt. Amazon or Ulta carry it.
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Post by YooHoot on Jan 18, 2017 5:07:00 GMT
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Post by *KAS* on Jan 18, 2017 5:13:46 GMT
Fake Bake Best stuff! It's a spray with a mitt. Amazon or Ulta carry it. Yep, same for me. It's awesome. Just ordered a new bottle and need to use it tomorrow actually. Headed to the beach this weekend. I look better tan. I look healthier, it makes some of my freckles not stand out, it goes better with my complexion. Some people have beautiful milky white skin. I'm not one of them. So fake bake it is! |
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Post by annabella on Jan 18, 2017 5:19:04 GMT
I don't the quite understand the unsolicited advice here. Same here, it's her business what her beauty preference is. Fake tanning doesn't harm her skin. If you don't have any recommendations, don't post. I used to be into spray tans, had to get one for vacations and special occasions, one day I just phased out of it, don't know why. |
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Post by melanieg on Jan 18, 2017 5:25:52 GMT
St Tropez. Worth every penny. I use it before trips just to get that sun kissed look until it natural from the sun. It will adapt to your natural colour - never going orange or darker than you normally would.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 18, 2017 6:24:26 GMT
Just be careful because the Jergen's tanning lotion made me sick and I had a rash on my arms and legs.
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Post by Gennifer on Jan 18, 2017 20:09:09 GMT
Loving Tan is the only one I've found that looks legit, and I've tried all of the "good" ones like Fake Bake and St. Tropez. I like their 2-hr express mousse in medium. I use a mitt for body application, and then a designated foundation brush to apply it to my face. and blend around my wrists, ankles, knees, etc.
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Post by papersilly on Jan 18, 2017 20:28:38 GMT
Here's my opinion. Tan skin used to be in fashion/a beauty ideal because it used to be considered healthy to have a tan. Now we know better. We know that a tan is actually skin damage. So why would you want to emulate skin damage for the sake of beauty? That's the opposite of a beauty ideal. No one would say a person of color is ugly because their skin is too dark. It's not ok to say a Caucasian person's skin is ugly because it's too white. well said! thank you for pointing that out! . |
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