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How to Get a Spray Tan
You don’t have to sit in the sun or expose yourself to a tanning bed’s potentially harmful ultraviolet rays to get a tan. You also don’t have to slather on smelly, mildly effective tanning lotion to achieve that bronze look. Spray tans are in style for a reason: They’re quick—the process takes about 10 minutes total—and effective. For one salon spray tan, you’ll lie down in a booth that releases a mist of fake tanning spray; within a minute, your body will be covered in tanning solution. Another option, airbrush tanning, will involve a trained salon technician spraying tanning solution onto your body. Whatever you choose, you’ll walk out of the salon looking like you spent the day at the beach, without the sunburn or tanning lines. Here’s how you can achieve the perfect spray tan.
How to Choose a Style of Sunglasses
It can be tempting to jump onto the latest sunglasses trends, like the aviator style sported by Drew Barrymore or the yellow lenses worn by Bono. Many women wear the sports/fashion fusion styles with larger frames and lenses and the designer lines that feature bold metal frames. The fact is, not all styles suit all people. You can use trends to dictate some of your choices, but remember to take your lifestyle and look into consideration.
Skin Care Tips for Women
Following a few simple skin-care tips can go a long way in keeping your skin looking healthy and smooth. As you age, your skin becomes thinner and dryer, resulting in older-looking skin. The good news is that with a little work, you can prevent further skin damage, rehydrate dried-out skin and remove dead skin cells, leaving your skin looking and feeling younger.
Hats for the Beach
When it comes to the sun, hats are a necessity not an accessory. Fortunately, beach hats come in many styles and most everyone can find one that suits their personal taste. It’s important to pick a beach hat in a dark color and made from a tightly woven material so you can get the best protection from the sun’s damaging rays.
What Causes Age Spots?
Members of the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS) say that age spots are almost always caused by exposure to the sun. The sun stimulates melanin production, and if we make a habit of being out in the sun too long unprotected, brown spots can appear on the skin when we get older. Skin receives more sun damage over time, increasing the likelihood of developing dark pigmentations later in life. While sunspots are common in individuals with fair skin, people with darker complexions can also develop age spots. There are steps that women can take to prevent age spots, but first we have to have a better understanding of the causes.