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Pippa Middleton Is “Royal Mocha”

Amelia McDonell-ParryAugust 3, 2011 //

According to a new poll in the UK, Pippa Middleton’s posterior isn’t the only thing in high demand. Women are also after her skin color, which a tanning guru dubbed “Royal Mocha.” Sixty percent of the 2,000 women surveyed found Pippa’s gorgeous glow to be the most sought-after skin tone. Other celebrity tans in the running were Cheryl Cole’s “Cappuccino,” Katie Price’s “Pecan,” and Kerry Katona’s “Karrot.” Do I smell a line of offensive self-tanners in the works? But more importantly, should I be offended that Ami Angelowicz’s “Pasty Blogger” didn’t make the cut? At least I will be wrinkle-free for many years to come. Take that, Pippa. [Daily Mail UK] Keep reading »

The Tanning Tax And 5 More Reasons You Shouldn’t Be Fake Baking

Nikki DowlingJuly 1, 2010 //

The new tanning tax goes into effect today. And if you are upset about it, you shouldn’t be. Sure, it adds 10 percent to the cost of most fake bakes, but tanning is seriously bad for you anyway. If you absolutely can’t part with your brown summer hue, you can always go outside—because that is free. Or, you can spritz on some of that spray stuff for a nice glow. Alternatively, take a good, hard look at Lindsay Lohan and Snooki and think about whether you really are interested in getting that “weathered” look.

If the increased cost isn’t enough to dissuade you, here are you a few more reasons why you should steer clear of tanning beds. Keep reading »

Skin Cancer: Tanorexia Takes Its Toll

SimchaJuly 14, 2008 //

Summer is all about showing some skin while you’re having fun in the sun and tanning goes with the territory. Sadly, as well know, getting that bronze glow can also be life threatening. While fat roll tan lines, raccoon eyes from your sunglasses, or even the dreaded Oompa Loompa-like burn are cause for concern in the short term, there are health risks on the horizon. The rate of melanoma among white women between the ages of 15 and 39 has doubled over the past 30 years. There are almost 14 cases out of every 100,000 young women. Yikes! [Indeed. I got a sunburn this weekend. -- Editor] The medical establishment says the tanning trend is to blame for the tally. So, if you’re still inspired to look like your tanorexic celeb heroines, try a cocktail of self tanner and sunscreen or beware! Have you ever seen the old ladies that look like lobsters lying around the retirement community pools in Florida? They will make you turn white as a ghost! [Truemors] Keep reading »

How To: Select And Apply Bronzer

Catherine StrawnMay 21, 2008 //

Amelia wears a lot of bronzer (some might even say too much), so Trae Bodge, the creative director and founder of Three Custom Color Specialists in New York, gave her a lesson on how to look sun-kissed but natural.

Related: How To: Smoke-ify Your Eyes Keep reading »