Alix Earl’s star power is not the only thing we’ve noticed in the Dancing with the Stars season. If you’re wondering how the social media sense naturally turns bronze while spinning around under the spotlight, there’s the answer.
Celebrity Spray Tan artist Isabel Alyssa is the glow guru behind Earl’s on-screen sparkle, and along with single Taylor Frankie Paul, the brand tells both women are pledging to the same home self-tanner.
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Apart from the incredible streakless glow, what makes the Formula special is the list of moist anti-aging ingredients in every bottle. (Think about the activity of hyaluronic acid, Australian macadamia oil, Vitamin C – Rich Goji Berry Extract, Bulgarian rose oil, etc.)
Naturally, Self-Tanner quickly became Hollywood’s most sparkling cult favorite. Alysa’s client roster reads like a guest list on the red carpet: Miley Cyrus, Selena Gomez, Jennifer Lopez, Eva Longoria, Demi Lovato, Becky G, and the entire clans of Kardashian-Jenner have all been bronze coloured by her. Cyrus is such a fan and she is now an investor in the company. (Alisa is also the go-to tanning expert for Beverly Hills star Dorit Kemsley’s real housewife.)
So how do you get that perfect shine without having a celebrity spray tongue artist on your Speed Dial? Alyssa shared her top tips (and mistakes to avoid) while self-tanning at home.
Self-tanning dos:
Prepare your skin at least 24 hours before tan. That’s when you need to shave and peel. Wear loose, dark clothes and enjoy them. Alysa recommends long sleeve tops and pants. Clean your summer dress to avoid skin contact. Moisturize the day before, not the day before. Moisturized skin helps to develop evenly tan. Maintain hydration. Drinking water after the first rinse and moisturizing will last longer the sun. Trust the process. Sunburn takes 24-48 hours to fully develop, so plan your appointment two days before the event. Use a step-by-step tanner to broaden your glow. Dolce Glow formula is packed with moisturizing ingredients to keep the bronze smooth and striped.
Self-tanning knots:
Do not shave just before your appointment. Razor residues are the number one cause of streaks. Do not show on moisturized skin. Create barriers that can block tanning solutions. Don’t go well soon. Sweat and water interfere with the development of the tongue. Do not book a manipedi after the tongue. All beauty treatments will be performed in advance. If necessary, choose dryness treatment to avoid fading.
