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Celebrities just can't help faking
it with California Tan!
Sunless tanning is now the daily rigor amongst many of the world's most
glamorous celebrities and California Tan Spray Tan is rapidly becoming
their tanning method of choice. It's totally private, incredibly quick
and offers flawless results.
When Penelope Cruz recently visited a Spray Tan unit in London,
she was so impressed with the colour that she ordered an entire batch of
California Tan solution. And she's not the only one who loves California
Tan Spray Tan, Patsy Kensit, Geri Halliwell, Mandy
Moore, Paris Hilton and Nicole Ritchie have all enjoyed
treatments.
But faking it with California Tan isn't just for girls, celebrity men
have also been spotted getting their fix of the finest self-tan solution
in the world. Will Young, David Furnish, Jonathan
Wilkes and Julien Macdonald have all used California Tan
Spray Tan as they can rely on it for its natural looking colour.
What the papers say....
California Tan Spray Tan - "This leaves you with a completely even tan -
Not one streak will be found"
Vogue
California Tan Self Tan - "gives a great streak-free colour - it's replaced
my favourite self tan, which I`ve been using for years!"
Harpers and Queen
California Tan Spray Tan - "an ingenious way to get a honey-hued body in less
than a minute.blindingly fast but 100% foolproof"
The Daily Express
California Tan Spray Tan - "I have one every ten days or so. It makes me feel
healthy"
Patsy Kensit in ES Magazine
California Tan Self-Tanner - "This product smells lovely, is easy to apply
and gives subtle brown colour"
The Times
California Tan Bronzing Powder - "A must buy, If you want to make your tan
last longer, then this is for you!"
The Sun
How the Skin Creates a Sunless
Tan
What is DHA?
The active ingredient in California Tan's sunless tanning solutions is
Dihydroxyacetone (DHA). DHA was initially discovered in the 1920's but
was first used as a tanning agent in the 1960's. It is derived from
sugar beets and for over 4 decades scientists have studied it's tanning
mechanics, skin tolerance and physiochemical properties. Coppertone were
the first to sell an over-the counter product - Quick Tan. Unfortunately
Quick Tan's streaks and orange colour quickly encapsulated everything
viewed as negative about sunless tanning! Thankfully formulations have
moved on somewhat since then and the tan you can expect from any of the
California Tan Range is golden, and most of all natural!
How does is work?
DHA reacts with proteins, including amino acids in the outermost layers
of the skin to effectively dye the skin. Because the colour change only
occurs on approx the first 2-3 layers of skin, as the skin sheds, so
does the colouration. Skin replaces itself naturally every 28 days.
Therefore most sunless tans will not last much longer than 4-7 days.
This can be prolonged by using the California Tan, Tan Extender (see the
self tan lotions in the Product Guide)
Is DHA safe?
DHA was first approved for cosmetic use in 1973 by the Food and Drug
Administration (FDA). It is approved for application externally. Its is
therefore recommended that customers follow these instructions:
Close eyes during spray applications
Purse lips (cover lips) or apply lip balm during spray applications
Avoid directly breathing in solution during spray application
Do not ingest the any of the products
Sunless Tanning
Application Tips
California Tan Spray Tan applications
and Self-Tan lotions offer you all the great advantages of a quick and
beautiful sunless tan, plus help you care for your skin with products
that are alcohol-free and contain premium skincare ingredients!
Whether sunless tanning with professional spray equipment at a salon or
using sunless products in the privacy of your home, this quick-reference
guide will give you all the pointers you need for that beautiful,
golden-brown, 'just returned from the tropics' tan.
Preparation
Exfoliate your skin with PRIMER at least 2 hours prior to sunless
tanning application to smooth skin for even tanning results. Spend a
little extra time on knees, elbows, feet and hands. Exfoliate between
sessions if necessary to maintain smooth, healthy-looking skin.
Shave at least 6 hours before your sunless tanning session. Wax at
least 12 hours before.
Do NOT moisturize skin at least 2 hours prior to your sunless
tanning session. Lotions can create a barrier, preventing the absorption
of sunless tanning solution and products.
Remove makeup prior to sunless tanning application for best results.
Wear dark, loose fitting clothes. Sunless solution washes out of
most clothing, but the immediate cosmetic bronzer could wipe off on
lighter clothes, giving a temporary appearance of discoloration.
Do not wear wool, nylon or silk during or after your sunless
application for at least 8 hours as bronzer may react with these fabrics
and could cause staining.
Barrier Cream
With the use of most sunless spray equipment, you will need to apply
barrier cream to the palms of hands, on nails and cuticles of hands and
feet and on any other areas you do not wish to have a sunless tan
develop. Ask your salon for instruction if you are unsure whether the
equipment you are using calls for the use of barrier cream.
What Not to Do
After your sunless tanning applications, wait at least 6 hours
before you shower. This will allow time for the self-tanning reaction to
occur on the skin. Leave overnight if possible.
Do not moisturize until after your first shower. This could effect
the immediate reaction of the sunless solution on the skin and cause
streaking.
Do not swim after your sunless tanning session. Immediate contact
with water, chlorine and salt water could effect the immediate reaction
of the sunless solution. Also, keep in mind that chlorine and salt water
may dry your skin and cause your sunless tan to fade faster.
Wait at least 6 hours before you exercise. Excessive perspiration
could effect the immediate reaction of the sunless solution on the skin.
Do NOT exfoliate straight away unless there are areas you want to
remove. When you do exfoliate, remember to do so gently and evenly to
preserve an even, sunless tan.
How to Get the Best from your California Tan
Don't worry if you see colour washing off from your first shower -
this is normal. What you see washing off is the immediate cosmetic
bronzer. What is left behind is a beautiful, sunless tan.
Moisturize your skin with EXTENDER every time you bathe to maintain
and prolong colour. It has a light DHA bronzer to help extend colour and
will moisturize the skin to keep it smooth, soft and glowing. Apply to
the face and body using a circular motion and wash or wipe hands after
application.
Even out results and fix mistakes with any of the specialist
SELF-TANNERS. If your tan starts to fade unevenly or you just need a
tanning "pick me up," apply either of these lotion or spray formulas to
the face, neck and body using small, circular motions. Wash hands with
soap immediately after application. A great looking tan will develop in
2 to 4 hours. Reapply as needed for deeper colour.
Fill in tan lines and stay sun-kissed. Use BRONZING POWDER if your
facial tan seems to fade faster than the rest of your body or you need
to fill in tan lines.
Remember to wear a sunscreen. Sunless products do not contain a
sunscreen. Although you look like you have a tan, remember to apply a
California Tan SPF sunscreen when outdoors to keep your skin from
burning.
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