NEW
PRODUCT REVIEW: BODY DRENCH, HE-SHI, PROSUN
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Tan
or Tangoed? Should You Fake It?
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Is
your fake tan more of a citrus orange than golden
brown? Have you stopped or avoided using sunbeds,
because you're concerned about the potential
damage they can do to skin and want a safer
option? Do you find it difficult to select a
fake tan product that doesn't leave a crime
scene image of you on the sheet the next morning!
Many bronzed gods and goddesses are deserting
their sunlamps, amid renewed concern that regular
exposure to UV rays ages the skin, causing sagging
and wrinkles. The damage done to skin can be
seen by special camera images and the risk of
skin cancer also increases. Sunbeds might look
like futuristic, all embracing warm cocoons,
giving a faster tan with no white bits
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but in reality, they are costly time machines, accelerating
the age of your skin far beyond its normal years.
The truth is that a suntan fades, but skin damage
from UV tanning does not.
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Faking
It
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Approximately
24% of British 16-24 year-olds have used a sunbed;
they're especially popular before going on holiday
and through the summer months. There's nothing
quite like having tanned skin to make you feel
better about yourself. You feel healthier, slimmer
and able to wear anything, bright colours, whites
and blacks all seem to contrast so well against
glowing, honey skin. A large number of young
men are also using sunbeds on a regular basis.
The 'tanned' look has become so addictive, that
the term "tanorexics" has emerged to describe
those with a 360O tan, 365 days a year!
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Recommendation
from Dr. Annabel Bentley, assistant medical director,
BUPA Group: "If people are considering using sunbeds
they should be aware of the risks as well as the perceived
benefits before going ahead. However, if people do
want to look bronzed, the good news is that fake tanning
lotions offer great results without any UV radiation
- this is one occasion when 'faking it' really is
the better option."
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How
Do They Work?
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Fake
tanning lotions and sprays are a popular and safer
alternative to spending time in the sun or under sunbeds
to get a tan. Most of them use non-toxic substances
that react with cells in the outermost layer of the
skin and produce a brown pigment (colour) called melanoidin.
The outer skin cells are already dead, and are shed
as the skin constantly renews itself. This is why
fake tan needs to be regularly re-applied to maintain
the colour. The fake tan doesn't go beyond the outer
layer of skin and therefore isn't absorbed into the
body. There are no known dangers of using tanning
lotions, other than they can sometimes cause an allergic
reaction. It is always a good idea to test the product
on a small area of skin first, before applying it
to the rest of your body.
Fake tanning preparations have come a long way since
the days of uncontrollable streaking, strong, unpleasant
smells and waiting hours for an unrealistic result.
The choice in method of application has grown in response
to consumer demand, with creams, gels, aerosols and
spray guns all adding plenty of firepower to your
beauty arsenal. Here are some of the latest lines
we've added to our online store at UKHairdressers:
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HE-SHI |
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As
its name implies, He-Shi is designed to appeal
to both men and women. He-Shi is an Express
Liquid tan/gel, which tans on contact with the
skin. Unlike most fake tans you can actually
see it going on, so you know instantly that
no parts have been left uncovered. The result
is no streaking and no white bits!
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He-She
is suitable for all skin types, it will darken overnight,
however if a deeper colour is required, just apply
a further coat. This can be applied immediately after
the first coat has dried out, or the next day. Leave
a minimum of 5-7 hours before showering, but overnight
is best. Some surface bronzer will wash off in the
first shower. After this He-Shi will not wash off,
it will just fade naturally like a real tan and will
last approximately 4 or 5 days.
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He-Shi
Gift Pack
Attractive, money saving Gift Pack. Includes
the He-Shi Express Liquid Tan, He-Shi Facial
Gel, He-Shi Golden Glitter Spray and He-Shi
Tanning Mitt. (Each of the products is also
available separately). Ultimately the easiest
self tanning lotion! Dress that golden tan with
the Glitter spray to hot up the look for a special
night.
NO MESS! NO FUSS!
Just a fresh natural Tan in Minutes!
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He-Shi
Express Liquid Tan
He-Shi Express Liquid Tan is a self tanning bronzer
which tans instantly on contact giving a fresh
natural look. He-Shi is quick drying and easy
to apply with mitts. |
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He-Shi
Facial Gel
He-Shi Facial Gel is a light moisturising gel
which refreshes the skin and delivers a fresh
natural looking tan. |
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He-Shi
Golden Glitter Spray
An illuminating Glitter Spray which will lighten up
any area of the body or hair. He-Shi Golden Glitter
Spray adds interest to your tan with a luscious sheen
of golden shimmer.
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He-Shi
Tanning Mitt
Ultra-smooth mitt for perfect self tan application and
the lotion proof barrier helps to ensure your hands
remain stain-free. Machine washable.
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