Kona Tanning Company: not just for Californians anymore

Previously, fashionistas, glamutantes, models and celebs living in Southern California were the select few privy to Kona Tanning Company's Sunless Tans, "Where a tan is more than a tan, it's a masterpiece." Renowned for their impeccable airbrush applications--with absolutely zero orange tint or streaking--Kona Tanning Company now offers their remarkable tan glow in  the convenience of a bottle, The KTC Gradual Tanner. Designed to give anyone a rich Kona-type tan, the buildable formula is a daily product that keeps skin hydrated, fresh and always glowing with natural-looking color. Upon application, a caramel tint and gold shimmer dust is instant, then a golden brown color is the result with daily use. Additionally, "All natural preservatives, including thyme and grapefruit seed extract, provide super anti-oxidant properties, and encourage cellular repair to assist in promoting a youthful appearance. Blends of citrus and vanilla notes of fragrance add a special treat as you indulge in this masterpiece of a tan extender." $35

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Must-Try Self Tanners

 

Summer is officially in full swing, and now is as good a time as any to get your tan on. If you try to avoid harmful UV rays, then self tanners are definitely for you. With innovative new formulas that provide long-lasting, natural-looking color, self tanners are a far cry from the the streaky, orange disasters of the past. Whether you are a novice or an expert applicator, there's definitely a formula out there that suits your every need--regardless of your experience level or skin tone.

1. Weekly Results
Achieve buildable color with Hollywood celeb favorite brand Xen-Tan (fans include Guilianna Rancic and Samantha Harris). Transform Luxe, features a disappearing white color guide that ensures total coverage, vanilla scent and the most amazing color. $30

2. Easy Application
Bypass pricey, individual airbrush applications at the salon, and DIY with Sevin Nyne Tanning Mist, the brainchild of actress Lindsay Lohan and airbrush tanning expert, Lorit Simon. $25

3. Natural Formula
Green beauty is big business and Elemental Herbology Sun Kiss provides intensive hydration with the added benefit of an eco-certified self-tanning agent derived from the sugar beet. $36

4. Best for Body 
Apply with precision thanks to tiny gold flecks that leave skin flickering with faux glow instantly with Urban Rituelle Beachcomber Ruby Mango Glimmering Self Tan Lotion. Then, a lasting, natural tan tone appears within six hours. $25

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Elemental Herbology Beach Prep & Sun Kiss

Summer is creeping closer every day, so start prepping your beach bod for bikini exposure with this dynamic duo by Elemental Herbology. Beach Prep ($34) is a 3-in-1 body polish that uses ingredients like Buruti Oil, Papaya Juice, Macadamia Nut Oil and Sea Salt to scrub away impurities and dead skin cells while brightening and balancing overall complexion.  Sun Kiss ($36) provides intensive hydration with the added benefit of an eco-certified self tanning agent derived from the sugar beet. It's a welcome alternative to those stinky, smelly & streaky chemical based self tanners. Available beginning May 2009 at Space NK stores, SpaceNK.com & select Bloomingdale's.

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