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Spring has finally arrived and many gals fancy a spray tan to give them a head start on their summer glow, but since no self-respecting  BSW reader would venture out in the sunshine without ample quantities of SPF, we asked Kristin Oviedo of Knockout Tan, a tanning specialist and co-owner, how to get the best spray tan and make it last!

BSW: What steps should you take before getting a spray tan, and ensuring a gorgeous sun-kissed look?

KO:  You first need to start with clean exfoliated dry skin. No lotions, potions or underarm deodorant should be on the skin for that perfect look.

BSW: How long will a spray tan last, and what steps can you take to lengthen the tan?

KO: The airbrush tan lasts between 7-10 days give or take depending on how active you are. I do triathlon’s so my airbrush tan typically needs to be reapplied every 7th day. I am in the pool and lake alot and that will make the tan wear off the epedermis sooner than a non swimmer. Steps to lengthen the tan would be NOT to swim, and not to wear harsh types of lotion with a lot of fragrance since they carry more alcohol. Aveeno, Cetaphil, or vaseline intensive care lotions work best, and can be bought at any drug or grocery store.

BSW: What is the best way to prevent staining post spray tan?

KO: Staining you don’t want would typically be on the underside of the hands or feet. You need to refrain from touching or scratching any body parts with a bare hand at least up to 2 hours after the initial spray. Going to bed right after an airbrush spray tan can also leave you with funky lines on your hands, and if you sleep with your hands under your cheek or between your legs! LOL.

KO: I would say 85% of our clients are women. The average age is anywhere from 16 to 60, but the men are definitely getting into the new way of tanning as well. Who doesn’t want to keep their skin safe from cancer, and this is the best way to go. No more wasting hours baking in the sun’s damaging rays. Spray tans take all of 10 minutes from beginning to end, and your good to go for a whole week! Then you can sit under the shade sipping a mimosa, and wearing a good SPF of course!

BSW: How does your spray tanning technique compare to other companies? And what sets yours aside from the rest?

We wear uniforms ALWAYS to be professional, and we are offering monthly memberships as well that will come along with a customized tank top. As a mobile tanning company we are always thinking of ways to make each experience the best possible, and being mobile allows us to give our clients great prices since there is no overhead.

For anyone living in or near the Los Angeles area check out www.knockouttan.com, and get going on the healthy way to get your summer glow on!

Nicole Scherzinger of Pussycat Doll fame has been heating up the stage at Dancing With The Stars, and last nights performance was Hot, Hot, Hot! Her pretty braided hairstyle, and beautiful makeup (she loves, loves, loves smoky eyes!) was hard not to notice, and did we mention her crazy body and hair.

The braid which was fabulous, and great for keeping the hair out of your face is actually easier than it looks. To get the look follow these instructions and let us know how you do.

Start by teasing your hair at the crown and smoothing the top layer. Spray with a bit of hair spray to set. Next, Create a short-part in the front, about two inches from the hairline in. Brush the rest of hair straight back, and secure with a clip until finished.

Create a French braid around your head using the hair sectioned off in front, and continue into a normal braid to the end. Repeat the same on the other side. To Finish, secure the braids in the back with a clear band, and either clip, or pin the crown in place to prevent it from falling forward. This will also depend on how thick your hair is.

Such a beautiful look that we haven’t stopped talking about it all day. Stay tuned tonight on DWTS to see who gets voted off.

The Girls in the BSW Beauty Dept.

If you are a skincare junkie like me then you won’t want to miss out on getting the new Clarisonic Arcona Set, available exclusively at Beauty.com. This new winning combination has Clarisonic’s professional sonic cleansing technology matched up with Arcona’s holistic spa skincare to drench your face with a youthful glow!

New Clarisonic Arcona Set

As easy as 1,2,3 girls…and before you know it you’ll have smoother, silkier and well hydrated skin.

Step 1:  Cleanse your face with Clarisonic Mia

Step 2:  Then treat your skin with Arcona Booster Defense

Step 3:  And last, hydrate your face with Magic White Ice

The great thing about this combination is Clarisonic Mia prepares your skin for better absorption by removing a greater amount of makeup than other leading products.  It has also be proven to reduce dry skin, oily areas, and blemishes leaving your skin looking better than ever.  Add Arcona’s fabulous skincare into the picture and your end results will = skin that radiates love and happiness!  Goodbye to fine lines and frown lines…Hello to glowing youthful looking skin:):)

This amazing kit is valued at $207, but it is now available exclusively at Beauty.com for $149.

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Looking for a non-greasy, lightweight but powerful sun block for your face?  Then check out emerginC,  recommended for all skin types and provides powerful UVA/UVB broad spectrum protection.  It is one of the most active, cosmeceutical & medical grade skincare lines available today.

emerginC SPF 30 facial sun block

emerginC SPF 30 is loaded with hydrators, vitamins, antioxidants, and herbal extracts.  It is also available in a tinted SPF 30 formula for those who want an even cover-up.

emerginC tinted sun block for your face

Just a few impressive ingredients to throw at you…micronized zinc oxide (a natural sun block), micronized titanium dioxide (a natural uva/uvb barrier), vitamin e, green tea, aloe vera (for soothing, hydrating and stimulating cell growth), sea buckhorn extract, licorice root, maritime pine bark extract, and panthenol.

emerginC does not test on animals or use animal products; it’s fragrance, color and paraben free, and uses only the highest quality ingredients.

You can find emerginC at leading spas, Miraval, Tucson, Arizona; Qua at Caesars Palace Las Vegas, The Spa at Wynn Las Vegas, and the Carneros Inn and Spa, Nappa Valley.  You can also purchase on line at emerginC.  Retails for $35, tinted retails for $37.

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