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LNE & Spa—the magazine for skin care and spa professionals June 2018 $7.50
Summer
Glow
58
Getter
June2018 LNEonline.com
Subtle tanning Trends may come and go, but glowing skin never goes out
of fashion. That said, there is a slight shift toward showing
treatments for off a more subtle artificial tan than the bolder faux looks of
yesteryear. Clients still want the glow with some color to look
sun lovers
good for bikini season, but they are going for a less-is-more
approach this year. To suit their needs, spas are getting cre-
ative with body treatments featuring bronzers and shimmers
over traditional tanning solutions, while others are opting for a
by Carrie Borzillo
customized, hand-painted look over the one-size-fits-all spray
tanning booth options.
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Summer Craze Guide
Cortright. "For a perfect tan applica-
tion, the spray nozzle needs to be about
8-10 inches from the body. Since our
bodies are not perfect cubes, the loca-
tion of the spray nozzle needs to adjust
to each individual's body shape, as well
as different locations on the body —
think inside arms and legs… can't get
Here are five new ways to help give exists on the surface of our bodies is to those very well in a machine."
your client a modern summer glow: completely removed so that the tan- Hand-spraying also offers a more
ning solution can react directly with even, less streaky tan and dries quicker,
Buff & Bronze Package the skin to provide a healthy glow. It's she adds.
Spa Gregorie's Day Spas & Salons important that the exfoliant does not
Newport Beach and Rancho Santa contain any oils, and that no lotions or Hydrating Sunless Tan
Margarita, California powders are used on the skin as this Elizabeth Adam Salon and Day Spa
will create a barrier between the skin Chicago, Illinois
Everyone knows that a good faux tan and the tanning solution, yielding less
must start with a great body exfoliation. than optimal results," says Cortright. The secret ingredient to Elizabeth
That's why Angela Cortright, principal Next comes the custom spray tan Adam Day Spa's Hydrating Sunless Tan
of Spa Gregorie's Day Spas & Salons, using an organic solution. "It's para- treatment (30-minutes, $125) is vitamin-
isn't joking when she says her Buff & ben-free, suitable for all skin types, and infused steam and infrared technology,
Bronze Package (60-minutes, $109) provides a completely natural, glowing which helps to prep the ideal canvas
features a full body exfoliation of "ev- color. We use only the finest all-natural for a sunless tan application.
ery square inch of the body – even in ingredients available including certi- After a full-body exfoliation with an
places hard to get to on your own!" fied organic DHA, Shea butter, citrus, oil-free scrub and rinse in the shower,
The exfoliation is performed in a ginseng, and cucumber," she adds. the skin is sprayed by hand with a spe-
wet room using a water-based exfoli- The spa prefers custom, hand cial solution. "The steam is fortified with
ant containing fruit extracts and pum- spraying as opposed to the spray hydrating and anti-aging active ingredi-
ice. "The key to the success of your tan machines for a variety of reasons. ents, such as Vitamins A, C, E, plant col-
spray tan is that all the dead skin that "Everyone's body is different," explains lagen and elastin, as well as aloe vera,
60 June2018 LNEonline.comSummer Craze Guide
hyaluronic acid, CoQ10, green tea ex- tan to give a more gradual, natural look.
tract, and algae extract. This gives the "It's a light, hydrating formula that
Not all tanning
skin enough moisture without oils that dries very quickly without any unpleas-
could form barrier for color to take," ant odor that some self-tanners can
explains owner Elizabeth Adam. have. This product is also available for
Another key to the spa's tanning
success is to understand that not all
our clients to purchase for home use
so they can maintain and extend their applications
tanning applications are best for all skin tan. It gives just the right amount of
types. "We recommend airbrush tan for
young, supple skin because younger
color for a healthy glow, or you can
apply it more frequently for a darker
are best for
skin is smooth and the spray tan goes tan," says corporate director of esthet-
on it evenly. But, for older skin that has
wrinkles, folds, or sags is better with
ics Cara Brackman.
The Bronzing Treatment starts out
all skin types.
a hand-applied self-tanning cream so with a cream-based exfoliant with tiny
that it can get into all the creases for a sand-like grains. "A cream base is im- take some extra time to make sure it's
more even tan," adds Adam. portant because it washes away leav- applied evenly," she adds.
ing the skin clean without any residue. For optimum results, it's recom-
Oil based exfoliants can leave product mended that clients book two bronz-
Bronzing Treatment on the skin, making it difficult for any ing sessions within three days of each
Bella Santé Spas tanning product to actually absorb into other. And, it's safe and effective for
Boston, Wellesley, and Lexington, the skin. It goes on just like a body the face as well, which not all spray
Massachusetts moisturizer would be applied, but just tanning solutions can say.
Bella Santé Spas' Bronzing Treatment
(50-minutes, $90) uses a cream-based
self-tanning solution in lieu of a spray
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Cranberry-Orange Body
Glow
Joya Spa
Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at
Montelucia
Scottsdale, Arizona
Joya Spa's Cranberry-Orange Body
Glow (50-minutes, $169 Monday-
Thursday/$199 Friday-Sunday) uses
the magic of mica to give their clients
that special summer glow.
"Mica is a mineral that is used spe-
cially for a shimmer/glow effect. It natu-
rally reflects light providing the subtle
glow that guests are looking for when
wanting color but avoiding tanning.
The glow provided for this treatment
is ideal for a special occasion or a night
on the town as this glow will only last
until it is showered and scrubbed off,"
says spa director Stevie White.
The treatment begins with a body
exfoliation using cranberry orange
sugar scrub combined with iron-rich
Kaolin clay. "It transforms into a smooth
masque for superb hydration and min-
eralization of the skin. This exfoliation is
followed with an application of vanilla
shimmer body lotion containing rich leaves the client with a golden hue. and provide the radiant glow), along
avocado oil, coconut oil, hyaluronic "We use a mineral iridescent pow- with more passionflower oil and min-
acid, vanilla extract, mica, and essen- der, much like a bronzer. It's mixed with erals and trace elements. "The subtle
tial oils," says White. the mask and the mask is applied with glow will last a few days. It will also
The finishing touch of the treatment a brush. Then the powder is applied in depend on how often the client show-
is a serum of hyaluronic acid, golden the finishing part of the treatment too. ers and exercises," adds Froehlich.
mica, and a vanilla and muhuhu, which A small amount is massaged into the
has a smoky and sweet sandalwood- skin," says spa director Ursula Froehlich.
like scent, essential oil blend. The body wrap includes Artemisia
flower (detoxification, increased cir- Carrie Borzillo is an
Golden Veil Body Ritual culation) and passionflower oil (mois- award-winning lifestyle
Margot European Day Spa turizing, softening, and restoring skin and entertainment journal-
Birmingham, Michigan elasticity), as well as minerals and trace ist covering spas, health
elements (re-mineralizing, reinforcing and wellness, sex and relationships.
For clients seeking a subtle glow in- cellular cohesion and improving cell Her work has appeared in magazines
stead of a tan, Margot European Day respiration). such as Men's Health, SELF, People,
Spa offers the Golden Veil Body Ritual The iridescent mineral powder is Entertainment Weekly and more. She
(90-minutes, $170) as an option. The made of cactus desert flower (soften- is the author of three pop culture
treatment includes a body scrub, body ing, soothing, protecting the skin), soft books. Borzillo can be reached at
wrap, and a full body massage that focus pigments (to illuminate the skin carrie.borzillo@gmail.com.
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