Summer Glow

SUMMER G LOW

Words By Andie Lane

Photo by @greglevittphotography

Everyone wants beautiful tanned glowing skin for summer, I mean we really want that perfect tan all year round! But as the days get longer and warmer we want to hit the beach and the pool looking like we’ve already spent a week on a tropical vacation! Attaining that perfect sun kissed look should not mean hours of exposing your skin to harmful UV rays and sun damage. The days of laying in the sun and baking not only your skin, but your organs, in a tanning bed should be way behind you.

I’m Andie, I have a mobile spray tanning business in Los Angeles and I am also a certified makeup artist. I’ve been in the tanning industry for 16 years, focusing primarily on my mobile spray tanning business for the last 6 years. After years of experience, and bottles and bottles of solutions, I’ve discovered the perfect natural tan with clean products does exist. Not only do I want you to feel confident in your skin but I want you to feel confident in the products I am using.

While there are hundreds and hundreds of tanning products on the market, not all are created equal. You CAN get a spray tan that is customized to your needs and likes! The sunless industry has come a long way from orange, smelly and sticky spray tans. Many companies now carry solutions made with organic products, paraben free, vegan, cruelty free, nut free and scentless! Spray tanning not only instantly gives you that golden bronzed glow you’re looking for, it is also the safest choice to protect your skin. I don’t know how many clients I have seen that have had cancerous moles or skin spots removed.

Everyone’s biggest regret is always the years they spent in the sun and in tanning beds unprotected from harmful UV rays. One of the most important things to remember when getting a spray tan is that it does not protect you from the sun, you still need to wear your SPF! Did you know that having 5 or more sunburns doubles your risk for melanoma? Don’t be fooled just because that sunburn turns into a nice tan, you’re still doing so much damage to your skin in the process.

It’s not one shade fits all when it comes to spray tanning. Hair color, eye color, the color of your veins and if you tan naturally in the sun can all play a role in customizing a blend that is right for you. Also the time of year, seasons, a special occasion or event can also determine how much color a client wants or needs. Make sure you take the time to talk to your technician about any concerns or questions you might have regarding color, pre or post care and any skin sensitivities.

Spray tan artists are in the business to make you feel beautiful and confident. I take pride in knowing my clients are provided with the best clean products and top of the line equipment. I strive for a quick, comfortable, easy and hopefully fun experience when you’re in my tanning tent. Many of my clients have become my friends, and friends take care of friends. Drink your water, wear that SPF, look at the ingredients on beauty labels and have a bronzed and glowy summer! ■