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You don't have to hit the sands of Miami to show off a perfect faux tan. Here's how to master a healthy, sun-kissed glow.
A safe tan is a fake tan, so here are the secrets to smooth, even toned, tanned skin — straight from a bottle.
The endless summer tan
A light formula allows for less stuff-ups and streaks, so we're lucky there's a load of gradual tanners on the market this year. To prevent the inevitable tan fade, it's advisable to use a gradual tan moisturiser straight away. This keeps it topped up and flawless for longer.
It's all about the face
Let's be honest, it's that sun-kissed, glowing face that makes everyone look so super hot after a spray. And there's no reason you can't look like that everyday if you use a self tanner for the face.
It might seem like a pain to add another step to your skincare regime but it beats looking pasty or ashen.
We recommend the new Palmer's Cocoa Butter Formula Natural Bronze Tanning Moisturiser for face, $9.95, because it contains cocoa butter, vitamin E, and a soy skin tightening ingredient, to keep skin firm. It also has SPF 15, so it'll give your skin an all-over natural bronzed glow while protecting it from the harsh UV rays.
The perfect prep
Applying fake tan yourself can be a chore, but the right preparation is vital for a long-lasting, even glow. You really must smooth away loose, surface skin cells fake tan tends to stick to.
Try massaging a face cloth doused with body wash over your entire body to create a smooth surface. It's also important to always rub body moisturiser into knees, elbows and around the edges of your feet to prevent ugly tell-tale tanning spots.
Plus, wear loose, dark clothing to bed afterwards and ensure you moisturise all over the next day — long showers and dry skin equal a fast fade so be sure to avoid them.
Prep must-haves: SunSense Pre-Tan Moisture, $9.50; SunSense Pre-Tan Scrub, $9.50; Aviva Organics Conditioning Body Polish, $48; The Body Collection Fabulous Fake Pre Tan Body Scrub, $12.95
Make-up or make down?
"Less is more" is so true when it comes to make-up on a tan. Not many touch-ups are required when your skin colour is already an even, caramel tone from hairline to toes.
The day after a spray tan, you may dab the thinnest veil of concealer around your nose to cover any redness, a touch under the eyes if you've had a late night, followed by a light dusting of mineral makeup down the centre of your face to deal with unwanted shine. Define the eyes with a coat of mascara and finish with a slick of nude gloss.
Acknowledgements: Cleo Staff
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Friday, January 29, 2010
The ears had it doctor...
The ears had it doctor...
First published at Qondio (formerly Qassia)
A man arrived at work with both ears bandaged. "What on earth happened to you?" his boss enquired.
"I was ironing my shirt when the phone rang and I accidently answered the iron," the man explained.
"That accounts for one ear, but what about the other?"
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First published at Qondio (formerly Qassia)
A man arrived at work with both ears bandaged. "What on earth happened to you?" his boss enquired.
"I was ironing my shirt when the phone rang and I accidently answered the iron," the man explained.
"That accounts for one ear, but what about the other?"
"Well I had to phone the doctor."
Tuesday, January 26, 2010
German reptile collector jailed in NZ for attempted smuggling...
German reptile collector jailed in NZ for attempted smuggling...
A German reptile collector has been jailed in New Zealand for 14 weeks for attempted smuggling and must pay a NZ$5000 fine for plundering New Zealand's wild gecko amd skink populations.
Hans Kurt Kubus, aged 58, will remember NZ well because he will be deported immediately he is released from prison and will never be allowed to return.
He was caught at Christchurch International Airport last December, 2009 , just as he was about to board his flight out of the country with 44 geckos and skinks in compartments in a handsewn package concealed in his underpants.
Acknowledgements: NZPA
A German reptile collector has been jailed in New Zealand for 14 weeks for attempted smuggling and must pay a NZ$5000 fine for plundering New Zealand's wild gecko amd skink populations.
Hans Kurt Kubus, aged 58, will remember NZ well because he will be deported immediately he is released from prison and will never be allowed to return.
He was caught at Christchurch International Airport last December, 2009 , just as he was about to board his flight out of the country with 44 geckos and skinks in compartments in a handsewn package concealed in his underpants.
Acknowledgements: NZPA
Monday, January 25, 2010
Do you agree with MSN Travel that NZ is in Top 10 places to travel to...
Do you agree with MSN Travel that NZ is in Top 10 places to travel to...
New Zealand listed as one of top 10 in Best in Travel guide:
New Zealand has been awarded another international travel gong after being named one of the top countries to visit in 2010 by Lonely Planet's Best in Travel guide.
Each year staff and author's from the travel bible put together an overview of some of their best travel experiences from around the world.
When describing New Zealand, authors adhered to the motto "If it ain't broke, don't fix it".
"The land of Maori and hobbits certainly didn't need repairing," according to the guide.
The book recommends travellers to try paragliding over Queenstown, hiking in Tongariro National Park, kayaking in Abel Tasman National Park and taking a flight over Fiordland for those seeking "life-changing experiences".
The South Island's Otago Peninsula is named one of the 10 best cycling routes, while Dunedin is highlighted as one of the top 10 places to take Rover for a walk. Sustainable tourism practices in New Zealand are praised.
Tourism New Zealand chief executive George Hickton told media he was astonished by the industry nod.
Top 10 countries to visit in 2010
New Zealand
El Salvador
Germany
Greece
Malaysia
Morocco
Nepal
Portugal
Suriname
United States
Do you agree with Lonely Planet's pick of the top 10 countries to visit in 2010? Have your say below.
Acknowledgements: MSN Travel
New Zealand listed as one of top 10 in Best in Travel guide:
New Zealand has been awarded another international travel gong after being named one of the top countries to visit in 2010 by Lonely Planet's Best in Travel guide.
Each year staff and author's from the travel bible put together an overview of some of their best travel experiences from around the world.
When describing New Zealand, authors adhered to the motto "If it ain't broke, don't fix it".
"The land of Maori and hobbits certainly didn't need repairing," according to the guide.
The book recommends travellers to try paragliding over Queenstown, hiking in Tongariro National Park, kayaking in Abel Tasman National Park and taking a flight over Fiordland for those seeking "life-changing experiences".
The South Island's Otago Peninsula is named one of the 10 best cycling routes, while Dunedin is highlighted as one of the top 10 places to take Rover for a walk. Sustainable tourism practices in New Zealand are praised.
Tourism New Zealand chief executive George Hickton told media he was astonished by the industry nod.
Top 10 countries to visit in 2010
New Zealand
El Salvador
Germany
Greece
Malaysia
Morocco
Nepal
Portugal
Suriname
United States
Do you agree with Lonely Planet's pick of the top 10 countries to visit in 2010? Have your say below.
Acknowledgements: MSN Travel
The Hutt River clean up kicks off New Zealand's campaign to clean up its waterways...
The Hutt River clean up kicks off New Zealand's campaign to clean up its waterways...
The Hutt River clean up in the Hutt Valley district of Wellington kicks off New Zealand's national campaign.
Green Party co-leader Russel Norman, plans to raft and kayak down some of NZ's most polluted rivers to raise water quality issues
A New Zealand national campaign to clean up the country's waterways gets underway at the Hutt River this morning.
Green Party co-leader Russel Norman is planning to raft and kayak down some of the country's most polluted lowland rivers to raise awareness of water quality issues.
He says the Hutt River is a special part of the landscape but it is badly polluted by stormwater, agricultural and urban run off.
"Our rivers are those wild places held in common for everybody in the lowlands. Everyone can get access to the Hutt River. You just need to make sure it's clean enough so that everyone can use it."
Mr Norman says the Hutt River is a classic example of the problems waterways are facing as it starts out as one of the cleanest rivers in the country but ends up ranked in the bottom ten for water quality.
Hutt River clean up
The Hutt River clean up in the Hutt Valley district of Wellington kicks off New Zealand's national campaign.
Green Party co-leader Russel Norman, plans to raft and kayak down some of NZ's most polluted rivers to raise water quality issues
A New Zealand national campaign to clean up the country's waterways gets underway at the Hutt River this morning.
Green Party co-leader Russel Norman is planning to raft and kayak down some of the country's most polluted lowland rivers to raise awareness of water quality issues.
He says the Hutt River is a special part of the landscape but it is badly polluted by stormwater, agricultural and urban run off.
"Our rivers are those wild places held in common for everybody in the lowlands. Everyone can get access to the Hutt River. You just need to make sure it's clean enough so that everyone can use it."
Mr Norman says the Hutt River is a classic example of the problems waterways are facing as it starts out as one of the cleanest rivers in the country but ends up ranked in the bottom ten for water quality.
Hutt River clean up
Saturday, January 23, 2010
Live tweeting from the International Space Station...
In celebration of the historic Apollo Moon landing, Google has released Moon in Google Earth."Hello Twitterverse!," wrote Creamer, under the Twitter user name Astro_TJ. "We r now LIVE tweeting from the International Space Station—the 1st live tweet from Space! ," Creamer said.
"More soon, send your ?s," added Creamer, who had more than 5,000 followers as of Friday afternoon.
NASA astronauts have posted updates on Twitter in the past, but they first had to be relayed to Mission Control. Now, residents of the ISS can post directly to the micro-blogging site thanks to a new, direct Internet connection.
Dubbed the Crew Support LAN, the system relies on existing communication links to give astronauts full Web connectivity. The crew also has access to e-mail, VoIP, and videoconferencing tools.
But don't expect to hear any inside stuff from the astronauts' Twitter posts. NASA said they are subject to the same guidelines that cover government employees' use of social media on terra firma.
Creamer isn't the only high-profile user to appear on Twitter this week. Microsoft co-founder and chairman Bill Gates joined the service Tuesday with a post that said, simply, "Hello World."
Gates followed up with a couple of additional tweets, aimed at raising awareness about earthquake relief efforts in Haiti. He also admitted he's a newbie when it comes to using the site.
"Thanks to you and all the other people who have welcomed me. I've got a lot to learn about Twitter, but look forward to sharing more," Gates wrote. Among the 40 Twitter accounts Gates is tracking is, not surprisingly, Microsoft.
"More soon, send your ?s," added Creamer, who had more than 5,000 followers as of Friday afternoon.
NASA astronauts have posted updates on Twitter in the past, but they first had to be relayed to Mission Control. Now, residents of the ISS can post directly to the micro-blogging site thanks to a new, direct Internet connection.
Dubbed the Crew Support LAN, the system relies on existing communication links to give astronauts full Web connectivity. The crew also has access to e-mail, VoIP, and videoconferencing tools.
But don't expect to hear any inside stuff from the astronauts' Twitter posts. NASA said they are subject to the same guidelines that cover government employees' use of social media on terra firma.
Creamer isn't the only high-profile user to appear on Twitter this week. Microsoft co-founder and chairman Bill Gates joined the service Tuesday with a post that said, simply, "Hello World."
Gates followed up with a couple of additional tweets, aimed at raising awareness about earthquake relief efforts in Haiti. He also admitted he's a newbie when it comes to using the site.
"Thanks to you and all the other people who have welcomed me. I've got a lot to learn about Twitter, but look forward to sharing more," Gates wrote. Among the 40 Twitter accounts Gates is tracking is, not surprisingly, Microsoft.
Friday, January 22, 2010
Doomed Aussie camels thrown an unexpected lifeline...
Doomed camels due to be culled and killed thrown an unexpected lifeline...
Thousands of wild camels due to be culled in the Northern Territory of Australia have been thrown a life-line from an unexpected quarter.
Saudi Arabian camel enthusiasts have mounted an internet campaign calling on their more wealthier countrymen to bring the Australian camels back to the desert lands of their ancestors.
The Aussies had planned to kill 6,000 camels in the Northern Territory town of Dockwer River next week using helicopter based marksmen.
The recue campaign was greeted with enthusiasm in Saudi Arabia and many camel owners have agreed to take the camels back to the kingdom. Camels are icons in the kingdom's heritage and history. But these ones will carry the made in Australia trademark, something the Chinese haven't got hold of as yet!
Thousands of wild camels due to be culled in the Northern Territory of Australia have been thrown a life-line from an unexpected quarter.
Saudi Arabian camel enthusiasts have mounted an internet campaign calling on their more wealthier countrymen to bring the Australian camels back to the desert lands of their ancestors.
The Aussies had planned to kill 6,000 camels in the Northern Territory town of Dockwer River next week using helicopter based marksmen.
The recue campaign was greeted with enthusiasm in Saudi Arabia and many camel owners have agreed to take the camels back to the kingdom. Camels are icons in the kingdom's heritage and history. But these ones will carry the made in Australia trademark, something the Chinese haven't got hold of as yet!
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