Are You Smart When it Comes to Skin Cancer? When it comes to the sun and your safety, are you current on your skin cancer knowledge or is ignorance bliss in favor of the perfect tan? Well consider this: Skin cancer is diagnosed more often than all other cancers combined. Well the good news is, you don't have to give up that tan. – Unfortunately, after months indoors, many of us look more Casper than Cabo. In my quest to become bronzed and beach-worthy, I conducted an unscientific test of five popular products that promised to turn my pallor the color of liquid gold. Read on for my top picks…Before I dish on the goods, let’s get started with some pre-product tips.
To keep your glow going longer, prep your skin before applying a self-tanner. If you apply a formula to unprepped skin, your tan will fade faster because as skin sheds and flakes off it takes the golden tint with it, often leaving streaks. “The key to getting smooth, not streaky, bronze skin is exfoliation, "Use an exfoliator right before applying your tan. Brundage’s pick is Nyakio Kenyan Coffee and Sugar body scrub, which contains Kenyan coffee beans, sugar, vitamins A and E, and essential oils.
For best results, shave or wax one day before tanning, not on the same day.
After you’ve applied your tanner, upkeep is as important as preparation. Though most formulas advise waiting four to six hours after application before showering, waiting overnight will give you a deeper color. To preserve that summery shade, apply a heavy body lotion daily. “Keeping the skin moisturized helps to seal in the tan,” Issimo Relax, which contains Shea butter, rose and essential oil.
Whether you’re fair or dark-skinned, “there’s no such thing as a safe tan [from the sun]," Self-tanners, on the other hand, dye your skin instead of truly tanning it. Their active ingredient is DHA (dihydroxyacetone), a common food dye that people have been eating for years, explains Spencer, who also has a private practice in Florida.“It’s perfectly harmless and safe,” he assures. “Knock yourself out.”
1. Neutrogena Micromist Tanning Sunless Spray. The Price: $11.49 for 5.3 ounces.
The Promise: A “just back from the beach glow” in five minutes.
Application: The back of the bottle directed me to Neutrogena.com/micromist for an online video with easy-to-follow application tips that saved me from telltale streaking. An aerosol spray delivers a light, fine mist that dries at lightning speed. The spray works from all angles, even upside-down for those hard-to-reach spots. Since it’s recommended you hold the can at least six inches away from your skin, I still had to have a friend help me with my back.
To get the color I craved, I applied it every day for three days.Smell: Strong. Open the window when you apply this one.
Tan Appearance: Golden and even.
My Experience: The formula dried quickly. I also liked the fact that there was no rubbing required so I didn’t have to worry about orange palms.
2. Jergen’s Natural Glow Daily Moisturizer. The Price: $6.99 for 7.5 ounces.
The Promise: “Delivers the optimum amount of naturally glowing color to even out and enrich the appearance of your skin.” Application: The formula is a two-in-one tanner/moisturizer that builds a bronze base gradually with repeated applications. I used this lotion just like my regular body lotion and put it on once in the morning for seven days. The moisturizing formula, which contains avocado and olive oil, left my skin super soft. Smell: A mild floral scent. The lotion’s ingredients include jojoba extract.
Tan Appearance: A golden tan developed gradually and naturally.
My Experience: After three days, my legs looked smoother and more even-toned, and after seven days I had a golden glow. Plus, my dry skin appreciated the rich lotion.
3. Hawaiian Tropic Island Glow Daily Moisturizer The Price: $7.49 for 8 ounces.
The Promise: “A subtle island color within days.”Application: Like the Jergen’s formula, this is part self-tanner, part lotion. I applied it in lieu of my regular body moisturizer every morning for a week.
Smell: The best by far, and it’s no wonder. Ingredients include extracts of plumeria, mango, guava, papaya, and passionflower mixed with caramel.Tan Appearance: A subtle, streak-free bronze.
My Experience: This creamy formula is my favorite self-tanner. I got a tropical glow and hydrated skin – two things I never thought I could have in winter. And I absolutely love the smell.
4. L’Oreal Sublime Bronze Self-Tanning Gelee The Price: $8.99 for 5 ounces.
The Promise: “Instant color, plus an even, natural-looking sunless tan.”Application: This gel provides instant color with a subtle glitter shimmer as soon as you apply it. The sunless tan itself takes about two hours to develop. I saw a noticeable difference in my skin color after three days of daily application.Smell: Strong. Don’t apply right before a date!
Tan Appearance: Brownish-orange.
My Experience: While I liked the golden shimmer, the tan itself looked unnatural, and the scent made my eyes water. Also, the gel was runny.
5. Clinique Body Quick Bronze Tinted Self-Tanner The Price: $17 for 4.2 ounces.
The Promise: “Fast. Even. Totally believable.”Application: The cream was thick and rich. Not only did I need a minimal amount to get the desired effect, but I achieved the color I wanted after only one application. The formula is tinted, so you can see exactly where you’ve applied it. Goodbye, streaks! It also comes with a handy tanning guide warning against common mistakes and offering advice on how to avoid “giveaway” tan lines on tricky spots like your hairline and the soles of your feet. Smell: Slightly metallic.
Tan Appearance: Even and glowing.
My Experience: I liked the rich texture of the cream and the fact that it was tinted for goof-proof application.
Have a great summer
TOP 25 WRINKLE REDUCING SOLUTIONS
During our research, the skin care specialists we consulted provided useful tips that contribute to achieving and maintaining younger looking skin, including the following:
• Be certain to consistently apply the product(s) you choose in accordance with its directions for use;
• Pay special attention to your neck and hands while applying the product(s) you choose, as these areas reflect your age;
• Always use sunscreen with a Sun Protection Factor (SPF) of at least 15;
• Drink at least eight glasses of water a day to stay well hydrated;
• Avoid excessive intake of caffeinated and alcoholic beverages, as they may contribute to dehydration and exacerbate the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles; and
• Be sure to get adequate rest every day.
Top 25 Wrinkle Reducing Products
Products based on
Long Term Effectiveness for Wrinkle Reduction
Instant Reduction of Fine Lines and Wrinkles
Antioxidant Protective Properties Delaying Skin Cell Aging
Skin Renewal and Collagen Stimulating Properties
Skin Smoothing and Firming Properties
Rejuvinol™
5 of 5 -Long term Effectiveness
4 of 5 -Instant reduction
5 of 5 -Antioxidant properties
4 of 5 -Skin Renewal and Collagen
5 of 5 -Skin Smoothing
AlphaDerma CE ™
5 of 5 -Long term Effectiveness
4 of 5 -Instant reduction
4 of 5 -Antioxidant properties
4 of 5 -Skin Renewal and Collagen
5 of 5 -Skin Smoothing
Lift Fusion™
5 of 5-Long term Effectiveness
4 of 5-Instant reduction
4 of 5-Antioxidant properties
3 of 5-Skin Renewal and Collagen
5 of 5-Skin Smoothing
Neuvage™
5 of 5-Long term Effectiveness
4 of 5-Instant reduction
4 of 5-Antioxidant properties
4 of 5-Skin Renewal and Collagen
4 of 5-Skin Smoothing
TYK Revelation™
5 of 5-Long term Effectiveness
4 of 5-Instant reduction
4 of 5-Antioxidant properties
4 of 5-Skin Renewal and Collagen
4 of 5-Skin Smoothing
OHT Peptide™
5 of 5-Long term Effectiveness
4 of 5-Instant reduction
3 of 5-Antioxidant properties
4 of 5-Skin Renewal and Collagen
4 of 5-Skin Smoothing
Z. Bigatti Restoration™
4 of 5-Long term Effectiveness
4 of 5-Instant reduction
4 of 5-Antioxidant properties
3 of 5-Skin Renewal and Collagen
4 of 5-Skin Smoothing
Prevage™
4 of 5-Long term Effectiveness
2 of 5-Instant reduction
5 of 5-Antioxidant properties
4 of 5-Skin Renewal and Collagen
4 of 5-Skin Smoothing
Hydroderm™
4 of 5-Long term Effectiveness
3 of 5-Instant reduction
3 of 5-Antioxidant properties
5 of 5-Skin Renewal and Collagen
4 of 5-Skin Smoothing
Freeze 24/7™
3 of 5-Long term Effectiveness
5 of 5-Instant reduction
3 of 5-Antioxidant properties
3 of 5-Skin Renewal and Collagen
5 of 5-Skin Smoothing
Revitacil™
4 of 5-Long term Effectiveness
4 of 5-Instant reduction
3 of 5-Antioxidant Properties
3 of 5-Skin Renewal and Collagen
4 of 5-Skin Smoothing
Dermatox-SC™
4 of 5-Long term Effectiveness
3 of 5-Instant reduction
3 of 5-Antioxidant Properties
4 of 5-Skin Renewal and Collagen
4 of 5-Skin Smoothing
Protox™
5 of 5-Long term Effectiveness
4 of 5-Instant reduction
2 of 5-Antioxidant Properties
3 of 5-Skin Renewal and Collagen
4 of 5-Skin Smoothing
Botopical™
4 of 5-Long term Effectiveness
3 of 5-Instant reduction
3 of 5-Antioxidant Properties
4 of 5-Skin Renewal and Collagen
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DermaFreeze 365™
3 of 5-Long term Effectiveness
5 of 5-Instant reduction
2 of 5-Antioxidant Properties
2 of 5-Skin Renewal and Collagen
5 of 5-Skin Smoothing
Bellex Biotox™
4 of 5-Long term Effectiveness
4 of 5-Instant reduction
3 of 5-Antioxidant Properties
2 of 5-Skin Renewal and Collagen
4 of 5-Skin Smoothing
DDF Wrinkle Relax™
4 of 5-Long term Effectiveness
4 of 5-Instant reduction
3 of 5-Antioxidant Properties
2 of 5-Skin Renewal and Collagen
4 of 5-Skin Smoothing
Bioque Serum XL™
4 of 5-Long term Effectiveness
4 of 5-Instant reduction
2 of 5-Antioxidant Properties
2 of 5-Skin Renewal and Collagen
4 of 5-Skin Smoothing
Youth Factor™
4 of 5-Long term Effectiveness
4 of 5-Instant reduction
3 of 5-Antioxidant Properties
2 of 5-Skin Renewal and Collagen
3 of 5-Skin Smoothing
NuGlow™
4 of 5-Long term Effectiveness
3 of 5-Instant reduction
4 of 5-Antioxidant Properties
2 of 5-Skin Renewal and Collagen
3 of 5-Skin Smoothing
Serutox™
4 of 5-Long term Effectiveness
4 of 5-Instant reduction
2 of 5-Antioxidant Properties
2 of 5-Skin Renewal
3 of 5-Skin Smoothing
Bellaplex™
4 of 5-Long term Effectiveness
4 of 5-Instant reduction
2 of 5-Antioxidant Properties
2 of 5-Skin Renewal
3 of 5-Skin Smoothing
Genisphere™
4 of 5-Long term Effectiveness
3 of 5-Instant reduction
3 of 5-Antioxidant Properties
2 of 5-Skin Renewal
3 of 5-Skin Smoothing
Avotone™
4 of 5-Long term Effectiveness
4 of 5-Instant reduction
1 of 5-Antioxidant Properties
2 of 5-Skin Renewal
3 of 5-Skin Smoothing
Dremu Oil™
4 of 5-Long term Effectiveness
2 of 5-Instant reduction
2 of 5-Antioxidant Properties
2 of 5-Skin Renewal
4 of 5-Skin Smoothing
If any of these brands, are testing on animals they will be deleted.
Friday, April 13, 2007.
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