A fake tan that is natural-looking? Yes, it is possible!

The absence of the sun has most of us looking pretty pale these days.  Luckily, modern technology has made it possible for you to keep your golden glow even through the dreary season. 


Being in the beauty biz for quite some time has brought me in contact with some of the best and the worst self-tanning products.  Through trial and error, I have found the best sunless tanning options for every budget.   


Airbrush


Beach Bum Tanning (locations throughout the tri-state area and beyond)
Having worked as an airbrush tech at the East Meadow branch of this franchise, I became a major fan of the airbrush options that they offer.
Splurge: Customized airbrush.  Call the location near you (check website) for an appointment with a trained airbrush technician.  The technician will assess your skin tone and customize the right sunless shade for you. Call for pricing. 
Save: The Mystic "My Mist" sunless tanning booth.  I have used this booth many times and have been very happy with the results.  The key to avoiding orange hands and feet is using A LOT of the barrier cream provided.  Coat your hands and feet with a thick layer of the barrier cream before entering the booth and simply wipe it away when finished.  

The Endz Salon (Montauk)
Just steps away from the beautiful beach, this salon offers various sunless tanning options.  I work as an airbrush tech here during the summer seasons and stand behind the quality products that we use.   
Splurge: Full body airbrush tan.  The technician uses California Tan products to customize and contour the perfect tan for you. (631) 668-5880 for an appointment.
Save: Stop in for a quick face spray tan and your face will look flawless within a matter of seconds.  
Products: Try any of the at-home self tanning products from SUN Laboratories.* Personal favorites include the tanning foam and dark tanning lotion.  These products will leave you looking golden brown, rather than burnt orange!
*Simply order these products online if you live out of the area


DIY Products 


Splurge: St. Tropez 
Head to the brand's website or to Sephora to try out this outstanding product line for yourself.  Different formulas range from lotions to sprays to foams.  
Save: L'Oreal Sublime Bronze
I love both the gel and foam formulas from this line that is available at most drugstores.