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Mar 16 2016

Fake tanners for fair skin-will I turn orange?

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I get many emails asking me if my self tanners are good for very fair skin. If you are reading this then chances are that you as well have turned that dreaded orange from a self tanner or spray tan salon.  Many of these women describe themselves as being redheads with freckles, or very pale that have never been able to achieve a tan in the sun.  They ask me if I think that self tanning is just not for them.

Well the answer is NO 🙂 The problem is that unfortunately they just have not found the right product or have been to an experienced salon. Many times a little  extra coaching on to what product is best for them is what they need and tips on how to use it properly. Orange comes from the following:

  1. A salon using a product too strong for your skin tone
  2. The tech having a heavy hand and applying too much product on your skin.
  3. You had picked a self tanning product too strong for your skin tone ( Just because you want extra dark does not mean your skin can take it).
  4. The product has a low quality form of dha.
  5. You had a heavy hand and applied too much product to your skin causing it to over process.

I was born a redhead with freckles and my tanning experience was burning and peeling (ouch) I had the thought that even if my freckles connected that looked somewhat like a tan and was better than being pasty. Growing up in Long Island I would crave the summers and recall even sitting on the tar roof slathered in baby oil (No wonder why I experience skin cancer now)

So I turned to sunless tanning and before I became a spray tan professional I have experienced all the same things as you have. So I want to share my professional tips on how to get that beautiful sunless tan that you are craving for.

First off, self tanners are not magic they are a cosmetic. Just because you want super dark does not mean that your skin will cooperate. There are different levels for a reason and that is because there are different skin tones. The depth of color that you will pull will be dependent on your starting natural skin tone and if you are able to achieve a tan in the sun.

So even if a product shows a picture of a super dark Mediterranean looking goddess and labeled a “Extra Dark” shade, if you are a ginger and buy that type of product I can guarantee you that you will be orange. It is just wishful thinking and many times it is not the self tanners fault, but the consumer who fortunately did not pick the right shade for their skin or just applied too much. So always read product labels as to recommendations and usage instructions.

Why is this you ask? The simple answer is because DHA (dihydroxyacetone)  is the main ingredient in all sunless products. The darker the shade the higher level the DHA.  And certain skin tones can only take so much dha before they start to turn orange. I know it is not fair but you cant change genetics. So even though you want to be dark, just because the label says so does not mean it is going to happen. So us pale pasty  people need to start low and see what our threshold is.

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With my self tanning products I recommend using them the same way that I would spray tan a client coming in my salon. I always recommend that very fair skin tones start off conservative. You can always add color but you cant take it away. So if you can not tan in the sun you have to be careful and start off and use a light shade or a light application.

If I have friends coming in together for a spray tan session and the pasty one says she wants to be the same color as her olive toned friend, I explain that it will not happen. I can spray each of them with the same color solution and each of them will pull a totally different color. So the same concept also applies with self tanners. Unlike painting a white piece of paper where the outcome of 10 pieces of paper will be identical , there is body chemistry involved with self tanners. The sunless tan is going to develop by interacting with your skin undertones.

Not everyone can get a dark tan and some people can only realistically handle a glow and anything higher will cause them to look unnatural, So I always say start light and gradually push the envelope.

What I would suggest my customers start out with is the following:

If you choose the regular self tanning mousse ( Medium to dark shade) start off by applying only one coat. That will adjust it to a light shade. If after developing it looks natural on you then the next time you can apply 2 coats and test it.

If you use the rapid mousse, the leave on times are from 1 hour for a light tan to 4 hours for a dark. So again, just because you want dark does not mean your skin can handle dark. So for the first application I would only keep it on for 1 hour and then rinse off (just water no soap ) and that would be the equivalent of what I would tan you with if you came into my salon.

If once it developed the color looked fine the next time you could leave it on a little longer say an hour and a half.  Then if good then the next time do 2 hours etc…The longer you leave the product on the darker it gets. So with fair skin you have to be careful and start conservative. I call it baby steps. (And remember that with the ️rapid mousse you won’t see immediate color after rinsing. It still takes 8-10 hours to develop) So wait until the next day before you do another application.

Another option is the gradual tanner . It is not an instant option but this is a great a fail safe way to build your glow if you just want something very natural. Use the lotion 2x a day and the perfect glow will build over 4-5 days. Just stop applying when your desired level of color is achieved.

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So I know first hand there is hope for us pale people. It is all about choosing the right products and starting off conservative. Any questions please feel free to contact me at Info@mwmelissaweinberg.com

Melissa Weinberg

Melissa Weinberg is the creator of  Melissa Weinberg Tanning & Beauty® and Perfect Glow Sunless™. She is the South Florida sunless tanning expert and her products are used by salons and spas worldwide.

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Dec 04 2015

Self Tanning tips and demo

When applying a self tanning product proper preparation is very important. It can make a huge difference in how the tan will last and adhere to the skin. Here is a Youtube video I did explaining some great tips.

 

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Nov 28 2015

Favorite Self Tanner and the best self tanner

A huge thank you to Youtube beauty blogger Monszbella for her review! She mentioned Melissa Weinberg Tanning & Beauty self tanning mousse in her October favorite blog!

The best self tanner that she has tried 🙂

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You can view the full video of her beauty favorites here

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3D1H9cHjclU&list=PLe9JJ5p6DJ3TbhE6T5sZLlVYXgnHGLJq8&index=7

(Her review of the tanning mousse starts at 15:05)

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Nov 25 2015

The Best self tanning mousse

Thank you to Brady for taking the time to review the Rapid self tanning mousse!

This self tanning mousse is a rapid development. Rinse off in 1-4 hours based on your skintone and the darkness you are looking to achieve. This foaming mousse is a gorgeous proprietary color that you won’t find anywhere else! Paraben free and will give you the best self tanning results without any odor or streaking. Recommended for use with a tanning mitt (sold separately) Size- 4.2 oz

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Key Ingredients: Coconut oil, Argan oil, Blackberry seed oil, caffeine, meadowfoam seed oil

Directions:

Exfoliate the skin a day before to prepare for the tan. Do not use any lotions, oils or perfumes on the day you are applying the self tanning mousse as they can create a barrier causing the tan to develop poorly. Apply mousse in circular motion on clean skin.

Skin tones that can tan in the sun can apply 2 light coats.
Very fair skin that always burns and never tans- start off with 1 coat to avoid risking an unnatural color.

(If after your shower you want to be darker then it is OK to apply another application . When in doubt always start of with a lighter application. If unsure a patch test is always recommended. *Contains nut extracts )
WHEN TO SHOWER:
This is my recommended time frame to leave on before rinsing:

1 hour- light
2 hours- medium
3 hours- medium/dark)
4 hours- dark

This self tanner is not recommended to be left on for over 4 hours.
If you are very fair client that can not achieve a tan in the sun or are not sure how long to leave it on it is recommended that you start at 1 hour and gradually increase it next time.

You can not get wet or sweat until your rinse as that can adversely affect the tan development. The rinse should be with water only no soap. Refrain from using any oils, perfume or lotion on your skin until the next day as the tan will continue to develop over the next 24 hours.

**Please note** When you rinse off you might not have much initial color. It might even look like you washed the tan away. That is normal as the color will still take 8-10 hours to develop.

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Nov 11 2015

Custom airbrush tan vs a spray booth

 

Many people ask me what the difference is. Well if you have used a booth before you know, there really is no comparison. But I wanted to take the time to explain why you should consider a custom airbrush tan:

1) The tan will be more even. With a custom airbrush tan I am trained and can control the amount of tanning solution that is being applied. A booth just sprays everything out & you just hope that you are positioning correctly. ( Think of the episode of Ross with Friends??)  When I spray clients I do not even need to use barrier cream. That is because I can control the amount of solution on the hands, feet and other areas that need to appear more natural. Also, the breathing factor is much better. You can breath normal and not worry about solution being sprayed out all over the place. With a custom airbrush the over spray is contained and the only time you have to hold your breath is when I spray your face. Clients also remark on how the tan is nice and even and not blotchy or streaky.

2) The tan dries quicker. That is becuase I control the amount of solution being applied. Many clients remark how they cant believe the airbrush is not wet and that they do not have to dry for long afterwards. My tanning solution is like a fine mist and most clients are good to get dressed in just a few minutes after the spray is complete.

3) I can customize the tan to be darker in certain areas. Do you like your legs darker than the rest of your body? Or maybe you like your tummy to be extra dark or your arms defined. I can do all of that where a booth can not. Everyones skin is different and certain areas of the body can be resistant to the DHA, so the custom airbrush allows me to spray extra in those areas for the client.

4) I can custom blend a color just for you. No more level 1, 2 or 3. I get many clients that need a color that is “In between” the basic levels. an airbrush tan gives you that special service. Plus it allows me to push the envelope little by little on very fair clients giving them the comfort of knowing that they will not look unnatural or orange. With a booth if you wnt to go darker you take the risk that the next level might be too strong for you.

5) Cost factor. I understand people are on a budget and sometimes choose the booth because it is cheaper. However my custom airbrush is only within a few bucks difference of a booth, and I always have packages to cut the cost . Also I always give clients ways to save as checking in, sending me a picture or writing a review are all ways to knock $$ off your session.

6) Longetivity. My custom airbrush tans last anywhere from 5-9 days as depending on your lifestyle & how diligent you follow post tan care instructions. Plus tan extender and proper aftercare products made by me specifically for spray tanning can even give you as much as 2 weeks out of one session! That is MUCH longer than a booth and I have heard from many clients that the booth tans only lasted 2-4 days on them. So right there alone you are saving $ from not having to do as many sessions and spray tanning can fit better in your schedule.

 

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