spray-on tan

An orange-brown pigment that is sprayed on the skin surface and meant to simulate a suntan. It has been promoted as a safe alternative to tanning beds, which are linked to an increased risk of melanoma and other skin cancers; however, recent data suggests that the active chemical used in spray tans, dihydroxyacetone (DHA), has the potential to cause genetic alterations and DNA damage.

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It's been quite a few years since I last had a spray-on tan and it was a deliberate decision to never have one again since the three times I tried it, it was always a disaster: streaky, fading unevenly and bright orange (like I'd just been Tangoed), not to mention the obvious wash-line on the hands because they were the most washed area.

With that in mind, when Chris first asked me if I wanted to be their guinea pig for the new St Tropez spray-on tan they've just started doing at Head 2 Toe I have to admit I was a little wary.

Getting myself an all-over tan - St Tropez style

The former wife of soccer legend George Best told me: "I like the Sun FX spray-on tan which I get done at The Elysium when I'm here.

The Vibe: WIN - FOLLOW ALEX FOR YOUR BEST TAN

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