The sun is finally here, but is it here to stay? With the UK weather confusing at best, it always seems to be hit and miss with the sunshine and we’re forced to keep our winter coat through the summer months. Not ideal when you’re trying to catch a tan.
Working with celebrities and royalty, I know how to keep clients looking their best, and one of the surest ways is to create that beautiful sun kissed glow.
Here is my three step guide for create that bronzed goddess look:
1) Dry skin doesn’t tan!
Get in the habit of applying body cream or moisturiser daily. Not only will you achieve the benefit of having hydrated and visibly youthful skin, you will also (if you’re lucky enough to see the sun) tan easier and more uniformly. Keeping up a good body moisturising routine will also keep your natural tan lasting longer.
If you are unlucky enough to miss the sun you can always opt for a daily care moisturising lotion with a gradual tan, this will build up daily and give you smooth and glowing skin in no time! Opt for something light and fast absorbing, you want your tan to hang around!
2) A good bronzer will make all the difference.
A lot of beauty gurus will claim that a good lipstick can change an entire look, and as much as I agree, a good bronzer can do so, so much more. Using bronzer in a flattering manner can lift, brighten and create a healthy looking complexion.
Colour isn’t paramount when choosing your perfect companion, instead look at the pigment and how strong or weak it is. Application is also very important; apply in a figure of three for the most natural look. Use a large brush like a kabuki brush for the best finish.
3) The best tan is a lack of tan.
The sun, though wonderful, is the biggest ager; protect your skin at all cost for its longevity. The industry knows this and has brought out tinted, designated SPFs. These will not only protect the skin from harmful, ageing UVA and UVB rays but can also unify the skin tone and create that beautiful sun kissed glow.
These three tips paired together will give you the ultimate golden glow, while protecting your skin from the sun itself.
To help you perfectly tailor these tips to suit your skin tone, give me a call to find out more, including which products are right for you.
Written by Arif Isikgun
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Arif Isikgun
Make-up maestro Arif has wielded his bronzing brushes as a training adviser for the world's biggest beauty brands, and now offers private independent consultations for clients.