I went in for a custom spray tan earlier today and wanted to show you where the particular highlights and contours are, which are important to look your best in a swimsuit or for a photo-shoot. For a beauty pageant Alex normally sprays me twice with a competition formula, and then with a contour. I met Alex 6 years ago at author Neil Strauss's house, we have been friends ever since!
Q. Tell me about yourself and how you got into the tanning industry?
I always LOVED the beauty industry! My first job was at a little spa/boutique in Sherman oaks .There I became involved with the business and I realized how much I loved the beauty treatments. One of the main services was SPRAY TANNING! with the guidance of my employer I learned how to do the service. It was love at fist tan!
After that job I got involved with a company that manufactured tanning equipment. I learned a lot over the years. I became the lead trainer of the company and was able to teach others the art of airbrushing all over the US. I also got to spray a few celebrities like Paris Hilton, Jessica Alba, Adrian Grenier, Kevin Costner, Brandi, Holly Madison and more.
Now after 10+ years of doing what I love, I'm the general manager at the Sun Studio LA !The salon offers the most advanced custom airbrushing system available today, which garnered notoriety after being voted LA’s #1 Spray Tan by CitySearch in 2013.
(The first picture is how abs are contoured, two lines are drawn with a the small contouring gun, then blended again with a second coat of the airbrush solution.)
Q. How does airbrush tanning work?
Spray tanning is the safest, easiest way to achieve a natural-looking tan that you can be proud of. Amino acids in your skin will respond naturally to the DHA and other complimentary ingredients in the tanning formula to produce the most beautiful sunless tan you’ve ever seen.
Spray tanning eliminates all of the mess and problems associated with tanning creams. No more streaky mess, orange palms, or dirty looking knees and elbows. The service is tailored to your individual skin tone and desired look—that’s why we have 5 unique formulas that can be mixed to precisely match what you want.
Q. Why is airbrushing better then the standard tanning beds?
Our technique is unique because our equipment has a mini spray gun for tanning the bulk of the body and an artistic airbrush for fine detail work. Detailing is important when applying solution to troublesome areas like the face, hands, and feet, etc. Other companies use a single vacuum cleaner powered spray gun that can only spray in wide patterns. These larger guns lack fine detail capability because they were originally designed for painting wooden fences, siding, and furniture – not people. Instead of an artistic tanning experience, they leave you feeling like you were hosed down, with a wet and sticky “I can’t wait to shower” feel.
(Alex also likes to contour the cheek bones to create an deeper arch. This isn't necessary if you are planning on wearing makeup).
Q. What are some tips to maintain and prolong your airbrush tan?
Wait as long as possible to shower, I typically recommend 24 hours. Also, make sure that you aren't wearing any lotion, cremes or makeup when you are sprayed, so that your skin is porous to absorb the formula. Moisturize after, using a scent-free lotion. When you come in for an airbrush tan, bring a loose-fitting dark colored outfit to wear after- and don't wear a bra.
http://sunstudiola.com/
By: Marcela Mia Danilowicz
November 9th 2013
Spray tanning eliminates all of the mess and problems associated with tanning creams. No more streaky mess, orange palms, or dirty looking knees and elbows. The service is tailored to your individual skin tone and desired look—that’s why we have 5 unique formulas that can be mixed to precisely match what you want.
(The calf muscles and clavicle bones are also contoured with the small gun.)
(After the spray, you are left with a sort of sticky film, Alex likes to use a golden dusting powder, which helps to absorb any moist areas, and deepen the tan)
Our technique is unique because our equipment has a mini spray gun for tanning the bulk of the body and an artistic airbrush for fine detail work. Detailing is important when applying solution to troublesome areas like the face, hands, and feet, etc. Other companies use a single vacuum cleaner powered spray gun that can only spray in wide patterns. These larger guns lack fine detail capability because they were originally designed for painting wooden fences, siding, and furniture – not people. Instead of an artistic tanning experience, they leave you feeling like you were hosed down, with a wet and sticky “I can’t wait to shower” feel.
(Alex also likes to contour the cheek bones to create an deeper arch. This isn't necessary if you are planning on wearing makeup).
Q. What are some tips to maintain and prolong your airbrush tan?
Wait as long as possible to shower, I typically recommend 24 hours. Also, make sure that you aren't wearing any lotion, cremes or makeup when you are sprayed, so that your skin is porous to absorb the formula. Moisturize after, using a scent-free lotion. When you come in for an airbrush tan, bring a loose-fitting dark colored outfit to wear after- and don't wear a bra.
http://sunstudiola.com/
By: Marcela Mia Danilowicz
November 9th 2013
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