The sunny skies are here again – well, maybe not today, but still, we know, they are just around the corner. So I guess, most of us will be adorning our skirts, shorts, dresses and everything that will show some skin. The Winter months have kept us not only indoors most of the time, but also meant having to layer on lots of clothing to keep ourselves warm. I find Summer or rather the lead up to Summer really exciting – albeit the fact that it can sound a little tad superficial. But yes, most of us ladies, would often start to get some waxing, and other kinds of primping done! From manicures and pedicures to prepare for the sandals and open-toed shoes, to the waxing of legs, underarms and whatever else for those lovely outfits that would show our legs and arms! Next comes the tanning – before Summer arrives. Well, we all know the dangers of the Australian sun, so sun-tanning is really not recommended. There are so many other options now for us to have that bronzed “goddess” look without depending on the sun. From spray tans at salons, to fake tan lotions to body lotions that gradually builds up your tan.
For tips on how to apply fake tan effectively, Jodie from Dead Sea Source has some fantastic tips. For me, I personally use the body lotion that gradually builds up a tan. There are a lot of options out there – Avon, Johnson & Johnson’s Holiday Skin, Dove’s Summer Glow and LR Health & Beauty’s Aloe Vera Holiday Feeling & self tanning lotion, to name a few. Just a tip from me, instead of waiting for Summer to arrive, I usually start using the body lotion, in Winter, so that you build the tan gradually and come Summer, you’re all prepped and ready to go! You would only need to maintain the colour.
I have never tried going to a salon to get some spray/fake tanning done. I guess it’s just because I’m afraid I might come out looking unnaturally ORANGE! But, I have heard rave reviews from those who go to the Ella Bache’ salons. Apparently, the tip is that they put on a latex glove before slathering the lotion on you, ensuring an even application. Besides of course not getting their hands stained with the lotion too that is!
I hope some of the safe tanning tips would help you get ready for Summer. Maybe you have some of your own tips to share with us. Feel free to write it up under our comments section.


Back from my trip to sunny Singapore. Can’t say that I didn’t enjoy myself, what with the really cheap and affordable manicures and pedicures, massages and what I’ve missed out on – eyelash and hair extensions! No, I didn’t go for all of the above, much as I would have loved to. I did have the complete manicure and pedicure package, which cost me all of but AUD$29.00 – yes you read it right! It seemed only a few years ago – say 7 years? That I trodded around the shops at Far East Plaza only to find a mere handful of nail bars and salons. This time round, I was amazed at the number of nail bars available! Each with their own specialty! What caught me off guard were the number of salons that specialised in – Eyelash and Hair Extensions! Was that the latest craze? Had I been missing out on something? I strolled along the shops, wondering if I should get my lashes done – just for the fun of it. I even observed the girls while walking around Singapore, looking at the results of those who donned on these fake eyelashes. Yes, you could tell they were fake unfortunately. The emphasis made on their eyes were actually – scarry! Thick and long lashes with very dark eye make up and not to mention the long – hair extensions…kinda reminded me of ELVIRA!






























