There’s a reason why they call it the Emerald City. It’s green here, all year round and mostly because it rains for about five or six months of the year. So when they asked me to write a story on self tanning products, I jumped at the chance. Poor me could easily be cast in an episode of True Blood.

Alpha Beta Glow Pads are different from other tanning products as they are the only anti-aging ,exfoliating, sunless tanner that contains active Vitamin D (the sun vitamin) so it provides smoother, healthier skin and natural radiance year round. Soy Protein helps to “kick start” collagen production and ensures a more natural hue for rich, long-lasting color. There’s even Vitamins A, C, and E antioxidants, and Vitamin B that help reduce pore size and provides wound healing.

I really liked that the color developed slowly, it wasn’t oily, there was no film, and when I woke up the next morning, I did see a noticeable all over color. I would recommend this if you just want an all over sunny hue, or when going on vacation to give a nice “base” color to your tan.

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After

The color can be customized by using another towelette, and gives a healthy, spent time in the sun glow, even on those who are very fair skinned such as myself (may I say I was actually impressed?).

The box contains 20 travel sized packets for $32 and will be available April/May 2011. Do you self tan? If so, would you splurge for towelettes or lotions or sprays?

- Elaine Hamilton

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When winter weather comes, the first thing on its way out (apart from light outwear) is your tan. But healthy, believable color is not a wish that’s hard to fulfill, especially in our day; if you’ve wanted a tan that not only lasts but also has a refreshing, healthy quality to it, we’ve found THE tanning line for you.

St. Tropez Tan offers superior quality products that allow you to become your own self tan expert. The comprehensive, high-end variety of formulations makes it a snap for you to achieve a truly believable tan: whether your destination is the more casual office party or the elegant cocktail reception. The products, however, go beyond giving you a healthy-looking tan: your skin looks refreshed and rejuvenated, as though you’ve returned from vacation.

In the St. Tropez line, you’ll find sleek delivery systems that make tanning pleasurable instead of laborious, and proven, failsafe results. These are products that contestants from Dancing with the Stars can’t live without while they waltz, tango and salsa their way to the gold.

As for how you achieve your tan, that’s completely up to you! You’ll find several ways to get the color you’ve always wanted, from the self tan line to their skin finishing products. St. Tropez Tan’s star product and best seller is their Self Tan Bronzing Mousse, which is feather-light and velvety in texture (this product has won Allure’s “Best of Beauty” award).

You’re sure to find your perfect match from some of these products:
• The Self Tan line comes in three delivery systems (lotion, mousse, spray) and gives you the richest, deepest salon-inspired tan. There’s no “after math” aroma here. Zilch!;
• The Gradual Tan will leave you with a healthy, bronzed glow and build on color, day after day;
• The Wash-Off Instant Glow is for that instant, believable tan that washes off with soap and water. This formulation has no tanning agent, so you can just tan and go (and know that you can change your mind later!).

And that’s not all they have: their tan enhancers include a range of bronzing powders, mousse and bronzing rocks so you can build upon your coverage and finish your look with a mere dusting. Be sure to visit their site for more information.

If you want to release your inner pro, be sure to check out the techniques and tips found in the Tanning Application Videos!
The first 50 readers to become a fan of St. Tropez on Facebook, share this post and leave a comment telling us you’ve done so ( limited to U.S. residents only) will receive a St. Tropez Bronzing Lotion Self Tan Starter Kit, valued at [ ]. This kit has a multi-use tan optimizing polisher, a moisturizer, and Bronzing Lotion.

Also, if you purchase products here, you can save 15% by using the promo code [ ] at checkout. This offer is valid until December 25th.

Are you ready to get your own healthy, beach-bronzed skin? Share and spread the love about this brand, win products, and be sure to shop and take advantage of the delicious savings. After all, the holidays are all about your good looks!

Click on the below link to become a fan of St. Tropez on Facebook and visit their online store.

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You all watch the show Dancing With The Stars right?

Well the celebrities on the show use a great new self-tanning product called St. Tropez Tan. That fabulous product makes their limbs look lean and toned and helps their skin glow.

We’re looking for all types of women to try those self-tanning products, and record a 2 minute video where they talk about their impression of the product.

You would make the video using your laptop/digital camera, and upload it to us through a private YouTube channel. We might use your video on our site, the brand might use it on their site, you might be ‘discovered’…who knows?! In return, you’d get free St. Tropez products and a $25 gift card.

So if you are interested please send us a note with the following information (Email us at VideoStar@beautystat.com ):

Name
Email Address
Mailing Address
Primary Phone Number
Beauty Product Categories of Interest (Can say ‘all’ or specify: skin care, hair, body, makeup, fragrances)
Ethnicity*
Age*

* We ask this because most brands want a variety of consumers – geographically, ethnically, and age-wise, talking about them, so this allows us to provide them with just that.

So, what are you waiting for? Email us now at VideoStar@beautystat.com

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She prepped Kendrick’s skin with Arcona Skincare (a light all natural moisturizer called Magic White Ice)and used tarte cosmetics’ makeup for the cheeks (Cheekstain in Coral). As for the lips, Glick wanted a soft, healthy pink lip with a bit of shine and she used tarte’s LipSurgency natural lipstain in Charmed as a base, and topped the look with a double ended lipgloss in Samantha.

Kendrick’s face was finished with a touch of lavender spritz mist that also served as a calm aromatherapy.

For the eyes, Glick used Dior eyeshadow to create a “very soft, neutral look with bronze undertones.” She used the Dior 5-Colour Eyeshadow in Sunset Cafe and Incognito and DiorShow Unlimited Mascara.