Organic Air Brush Tan

Glow’s Secret Organic Airbrush Tan is the premier airbrush tanning process developed specifically for medi-spas, dermatologists, and plastic surgeons. Our formula combines organic botanical ingredients to protect and nourish skin, maintaining its supple, soft, and radiant appearance, while producing a beautiful bronze glow.

We are the only ones in Long Island to carry Organic Airbrush tan! We are proud of our formula. We have listed the ingredients below, no one else discloses their ingredients, but we are proud too!

How do sunless tanning solution work?

The active ingredient in almost all modern sunless tanning products is Dihydroxyacetone (DHA). A colorless sugar, DHA interacts with the proteins and amino acids in the outer layer of your skin to produce a golden brown color.
Gone are the orange tones associated with the products of old. DHA will always produce the same results based on concentration and application levels.

Is airbrush tanning safe?

Yes. Dihydroxyacetone in the tanning solution has been FDA approved for use in the personal care industry for over twenty years. No adverse effects have been reported other than minor skin irritations.

How long does airbrush tanning last?

Your tan will last approximately 3 – 7 days depending upon your ability to follow a proper daily moisturizing regimen and your lifestyle. An airbrush tan fades just like a tan from the sun. As you slough off dead skin cells, with it goes your tan. Proper skin hydration is the key to maximum longevity.

Is there anything I need to do to prepare for my tanning session?

Yes. Prior to being tanned you should exfoliate by having a body scrub. Removing any dead cells and body oils will help the solution penetrate your skin and give you the best results. Do not use moisturizers prior to being tanned as they can clog pores and prohibit proper penetration.

Makeup and deodorants can also prohibit absorption and should also be removed prior to tanning.

If you choose to be tanned in a bathing suit, we suggest you buy one especially for use while tanning or use an old one as some of the solution will inevitably get on your suit. We do provide throw away paper bras and undies if you so desire. We recommend the use of loose fitting dark clothing and sandals after your tanning session. Natural fibers like 100% cotton sweats or baggies are best. Any color that rubs off can usually be washed out during a normal wash cycle. Nylon, wool, Lycra and Spandex do have the potential to stain.

Will I have tan lines?

You will have tan lines if you choose to be tanned wearing a bathing suit or undergarments. Some patients prefer to be tanned in the nude to avoid tan lines. This is a personal preference and we leave it up to the patient.

Why is an airbrush application better than those misting booths or applying by hand?

The airbrush is a precision instrument that allows for a smooth, flawless application. Special care can be taken to avoid over application on problem areas such as knees, elbows, hair, blemishes and other skin afflictions that tend to absorb more color.

Mist-on booths require a series of body contortions within the booth to cover each area.

A shower cap must be worn to protect the hair from discoloration. A natural look will take the tan up to the hairline. This can’t be achieved in a booth without exposing it to the mist. Covering the hairline completely results in unsightly tan lines on the forehead and neck.

Hand application often results in streaky coloration and stained hands due to the inability to properly apply the product by yourself. In addition you are rubbing the product in as opposed to having it gently settle on the skin.

The airbrush with its inherent precision and flexibility is by far the application method of choice.

GUIDELINES:

WHAT TO BRING

Bring a bathing suit or underwear if you wish to create a tan line
Bring extra dark and loose clothes to avoid initial staining
Bring a pair of slippers or sandals for your feet

PREPARATION

Bathe, exfoliate, and pat your skin dry before you start the tanning process
Wear a shower cap
Put lip balm on your lips
We will provide you with our moisture barrier cream to put on your fingernails and toenails, knees and ankles to prevent cuticles from darkening.
You can pick from our airbrush colors with bronze or brown hues.
We also offer a delayed tan, whose color takes a few hours to appear, but is clear when first applied, just in-case you have to run some errands.
And if you choose to add a light shimmer we can add gold, bronze or silver dust.

AFTER

Do not wash or scrub for at least 10 hours after application of tanning solution
Remove micro pore tape or petroleum jelly on your fingernails and toenails
Pat dry the excess solution with tissue paper. DO NOT RUB.
When you shower use soap where you need it, and avoid scrubbing and razor
Should any streaking occur after you bathe simple pat dry the affected area to even out the color
Avoid tubs and swimming pools because chlorine speeds up fading and flaking
Moisturize daily
Stains on garments resulting from tanning should be soaked in warm water then washed immediately

You’ll find that No one else is as proud of Our Ingredients as we are! So we are posting them here for you to read:

Aloe Barbadenis Leaf Juice Extract (Certified Organic)
Derived from the certified organic plant leaves; promotes healing, soothes, softens and moisturizes. Aloe, native to Africa, is also known as "lily of the desert", the "plant of immortality", and the "medicine plant". Steeped in history dating back to ancient Egypt.
Helps replenish the lost moisture and nutrients your skin needs to look radiantly healthy.
Provides a fragrant, soothing environment that remoisturizes, softens and conditions even the most sensitive skin.

Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)
This form of vitamin C has antioxidant properties (Sources: Advances in Experimental Medicine and Biology, 2002, number 505, pages 113–122; and Journal of Investigative Dermatology, February 2002, pages 372–379) and anticancer properties when taken orally (Source: Cancer Detection and Prevention, 2000, volume 24, number 6, pages 508–523).

Helps increase the elasticity and resilience of the skin.
ogether, vitamin C and vitamin E form a synergistic antioxidant combination that provides protection from photo aging.
Scientific results prove that this combination is more effective at neutralizing the chemical reaction that causes premature wrinkling and other signs of aging.
To help improve the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and other signs of aging. May be used as a preventative, as well as a restorative treatment. Good for all skin types and ages.
Helps neutralize free radical damage to skin.
Helps minimize the signs of aging.
Increases skins’ natural moisture and softening components.
Powerful topical antioxidant to help protect against photo damage.
May help to brighten skin tone and reduce fine lines.

Caffeine
One of a group of alkaloids called methylxanthines. It is a substance with a high tannin content, which constricts skin reduces cellulite.

Camellia Oleifera (Green Tea) Leaf Extract (Certified Organic)
Derived from the dried plant leaves; anti-oxidant, protects from free-radical damage, anti-inflammatory, repairing and strengthening.

Significant amounts of research have established that tea, including black, green, and white tea, delivers many intriguing health benefits. Dozens of studies point to tea's potent antioxidant as well as anticarcinogenic properties. (Source: Skin Pharmacology and Applied Skin Physiology, 2001, pages 69–76).
The Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology ( December 31, 2001 ) stated that the polyphenols "are the active ingredients in green tea and possess antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and anticarcinogenic properties.
Studies conducted human skin have demonstrated that green tea polyphenols (GTP) prevent ultraviolet (UV)-B…-induced immune suppression and skin cancer induction." • • As the Annual Review of Pharmacology and Toxicology (January 2002, pages 25–54) put it, "Tea has received a great deal of attention because tea polyphenols are strong antioxidants, and tea preparations have inhibitory activity against tumor genesis. The bioavailability and biotransformation of tea polyphenols, however, are key factors limiting these activities in vivo [in humans].”
Green Tea, a potent anti-oxidant, detoxifies and protects, restoring health and clarity.
Green tea extract is a bioflavonoid rich, potent extract used primarily for fighting free radicals.
Suppresses inflammation and irritation; powerful antioxidant and free radical scavenger; helps to protect cells from damage initiated by environmental factors such as UV light.

Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract (Certified Organic)
Derived from the flower; soothing, anti-inflammatory, regenerating herb that has research showing it to have anti-irritant, soothing, and antioxidant properties (Sources: www.herbmed.org; European Journal of Drug Metabolism and Pharmacokinetics, October-December 1999, pages 303–308; and Planta Medica, October 1994, pages 410–413).

Chamomile scent will make you feel relaxed and your skin will feel silky-smooth.
Chamomile calms and soothes.

Dihydroxyacetone (DHA)
Derived from sugar beets and sugar cane; synthesizes with the keratin in the outermost skin layers to produce a safe and natural tan.

Erythrulose
Derived from vegetable (beets); active ingredient which synthesizes with the keratin protein in the topmost dead skin layers to produce a natural color, providing a safe sunless self-tan. This ingredient is a highly coveted and pricey addition to the formula, it helps the tan look more natural, which DHA can’t do alone!

Grapeseed Oil
Derived from grape seeds; anti-oxidant and rich in phenols.

Emollient oil that also has good antioxidant properties.
Grape Seed Extract is an herb that helps to protect cells from free radical damage while promoting healthy circulation.

Panthenol (Vitamin B5)
Also known as pantothenic acid. Vitamin B-5 (Panthenol) binds moisture into surface skin layers; soothing and anti-inflammatory properties; aids to correct sun damage and tissue repair; stimulates cellular proliferation and promotes normal keratinization (helps skin stay soft.)

Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Seed Powder
A seed that, especially when finely ground, is a natural exfoliant.

Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Almond) Oil
Oil extracted from the seeds of almonds and used as an emollient.

Punica Granatum Extract (Pomegranate)
Pomegranate extract, is a naturally derived anti-oxidant. The active constituent that appears to be responsible for its multiple health benefits is Ellagic acid. Ellagic acid is a naturally occurring phenolic compound found in several fruits and nuts. Pomegranate extract has demonstrated a variety of beneficial functions including antioxidant and anti-viral activity.

In 1996, a Nottingham , PA University research team learned that pomegranate extract could destroy several viruses nearly on contact. The discovery of this anti-viral activity instigated further experimentation and clinical trials.

One study confirmed that Ellagic acid effectively protects cells from damaging free radicals. Additional phenolic compounds found in pomegranate known as anthocynadins (also well known scavengers of free radicals) combine synergistically with Ellagic acid to greatly augment pomegranate's potency as an antioxidant.

Retinyl palmitate (Vitamin A)
Vitamin A (Retinyl Palmitate) antioxidant known as the skin “normalizer”; antioxidant, stimulates skin rejuvenation. Considered a good antioxidant in some of its various forms, particularly as retinol and retinyl palmitate.

Rosa Canina Fruit Extract (Rose Hips) (Certified Organic)
Derived from the extract of roses; rich in vitamin C, anti-oxidant. Derived from flowers; promotes circulation, nourishing, muscle relaxant.

Good emollient oil that has antioxidant properties (Sources: Journal of Agricultural Food Chemistry, March 2000, pages 825–828; and Journal of Nutrition, March 2002, pages 461–471).
Rose Hips Oil is effective in the normalization and hydration of dry skin.
Traditionally used as a facial anti-aging treatment. Helps rejuvenate the skin.
Well tolerated by all kinds of skin and especially useful as nourishing and revitalizing remedy for under eyes skin.

Rosmarinus Officilnalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract (Certified Organic)
Can have antioxidant benefit for skin (Source: Journal of Agricultural Food Chemistry, October 1999, pages 3954–3962).

Organic rosemary provides antioxidant protection from environmental damage.
The fragrance of pure rosemary extract is renowned for its refreshing and revitalizing qualities.

Safflower oil (Carthamus tinctorius)
Derived from safflower seeds; an emollient high in oleic acid, nourishing, protects and firms.

Emollient plant oil similar to all nonfragrant plant oils.

Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Leaf Extract (Certified Organic)
Sage cools and invigorates and leaves skin feeling soft and moisturized.

Derived from the sage plant; astringent, cleansing and anti-inflammatory. Can be a potent antioxidant (Source: Journal of Agricultural Food Chemistry, March 2002, pages 1845–1851).

Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Extract
Derived from the bean; rich in nutrients it soothes, moisturizes and softens.

Jojoba has many uses; it is, truly, an incredibly versatile product. Because of its affinity with our skin it's best known as a soother, a softener, and a conditioner.
It does not clog pores and naturally contains alpha, delta and gamma tocopherals, all forms of the natural anti oxidant vitamin e.
It takes essential oils along with it instead of lying on top.

Tocopherol Acetate (Vitamin E)
Considered an antioxidant superstar, it is derived from wheat germ and/or vegetable oils, it heals, rejuvenates, softens, soothes and protects.

Vitamin E (Tocopheryl Acetate/Linileate): antioxidant and free radical scavenger; moisturizes the skin from within; improves smoothness; blocks lipid peroxidation which can cause cell membrane damage; enhances essential fatty acids, which prevent moisture loss; significantly reduces transdermal water loss (the process by which skin becomes dry).
In essence, vitamin E functions in the body and on the skin to protect cells against free-radical damage, and an abundant assortment of researchers from diversified medical fields have theorized that this can slow the aging process (Sources: Skin Pharmacology and Applied Skin Physiology, November-December 2001, pages 363–372; and Free Radical Biology and Medicine, October 1999, pages 729–737)
Pointing to the significance of vitamin E for skin is an article in the Journal of Molecular Medicine (January 1995, pages 7–17), which states: "More than other tissues, the skin is exposed to numerous environmental chemical and physical agents such as ultraviolet light causing oxidative stress [free-radical damage]. In the skin this results in several short- and long-term adverse effects such as erythema [redness], edema [swelling], skin thickening, wrinkling, and an increased incidence of skin cancer… Vitamin E is the major naturally occurring lipid-soluble… antioxidant protecting skin from the adverse effects of oxidative stress including photoaging [sun damage]."

For further Health Information Please check out the Mayo Clinic’s official website

http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/sunless-tanning/SN00037