lillypad83 Posted February 20, 2013 #1 Share Posted February 20, 2013 I'm super pale/pink/ freckle-y. Mystic Tan makes me orange, so I use the Versa Spa, and can generally use medium or dark without being an oompa-loompa-esque mess. However, it's February, so I am pale. The spray tan comes off in chlorine, and since I'll be swimming the majority of the cruise, it's really just a waste of $60. I need a pep talk about how EVERYONE is pale in February, ... And, go! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
susie8862 Posted February 20, 2013 #2 Share Posted February 20, 2013 I'm super pale/pink/ freckle-y. Mystic Tan makes me orange, so I use the Versa Spa, and can generally use medium or dark without being an oompa-loompa-esque mess. However, it's February, so I am pale. The spray tan comes off in chlorine, and since I'll be swimming the majority of the cruise, it's really just a waste of $60. I need a pep talk about how EVERYONE is pale in February, ... And, go! I am also fair skinned....I have been using Jergens Glow for a few years now (year round). It has NEVER turned me orange. Start with the "fair" skinned one. It will take a couple of days before making a difference, but after that, gorgeous. :o Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
celebrityprincess Posted February 20, 2013 #3 Share Posted February 20, 2013 I'm pale in February, too, although I do tan pretty easily once I get into the sun. I'm glad to know that the Jergen's Glow works. I'm going on a cruise in 6 weeks and would like to have a little color before I go. I'm always a little freaked out the first time I put on my bathing suit because I look so pasty white.:( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cb at sea Posted February 20, 2013 #4 Share Posted February 20, 2013 No spray tan....they do come off, as you know, and it looks awful and blotchy. I like the Jergens Foam....no stinky smell! I'd go get a base tan, despite the dangers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allis154 Posted February 20, 2013 #5 Share Posted February 20, 2013 I also use jergens...which reminds me...I need to get started! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sopranos Posted February 20, 2013 #6 Share Posted February 20, 2013 Tan Towel is really nice because it does not turn your skin orange and it dries quickly too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrabbyQ Posted February 20, 2013 #7 Share Posted February 20, 2013 I am a proud owner of pale legs in February and all year long! you won't be the only one and if you tan naturally, you'll only be glow-in-dark for a day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lillypad83 Posted February 20, 2013 Author #8 Share Posted February 20, 2013 Thanks, guys. I refuse to tan, either via sun or tanning bed, because I'd rather be pale at 30 than wrinkly at 40. :) I"ll try the Jergens. We'll see how it works out. Thanks, guys! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klauer Posted February 20, 2013 #9 Share Posted February 20, 2013 I like L'Oreal Sublime Bronze -- it has a bronzer in it so you can tell if you've applied it evenly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coolchick23 Posted February 20, 2013 #10 Share Posted February 20, 2013 I'm planning on getting a spray tan and then keeping it up with the Jergens. I have my spray tan scheduled on Saturday and then we set sail on Monday!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted February 20, 2013 #11 Share Posted February 20, 2013 I am also fair skinned....I have been using Jergens Glow for a few years now (year round). It has NEVER turned me orange. Start with the "fair" skinned one. It will take a couple of days before making a difference, but after that, gorgeous. :o I also like the Jergens Glow. It's a good product IMO :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iheartbda Posted February 20, 2013 #12 Share Posted February 20, 2013 No spray tan....they do come off, as you know, and it looks awful and blotchy. I like the Jergens Foam....no stinky smell! I'd go get a base tan, despite the dangers! That sure is good advice.:rolleyes: NOT!!! OP, embrace your paleness in Feb. and love it, you'll not be the only one.:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mfinster007 Posted February 20, 2013 #13 Share Posted February 20, 2013 I've used the Jergens sporadically and I like it. My question for you, do you use it year round? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smoothdancer Posted February 21, 2013 #14 Share Posted February 21, 2013 I am going to have to disagree with the spray tan being blotchy and ugly!! You all know I dance in competition dance... While I stay clear of tanning beds I always do the mystic tan a day before a competition.... LOL, I get the tan, leave there with no bra or panties and sleep in very loose clothes. The next day it is a even toned bronze. I dry off well after the spray and go to a studio where it is a good quality. The next day it is a nice color and in 2 days it has faded and a quick shower and it is history. I am careful that my skin is hydrated and in the best possible condition to handle the spray... I consider myself a spray tan expert with all the competition I do yet for a cruise I would never consider doing a spray tan.... The life of the tan is too short, you have to be careful not to get in contact with water... Both which would not work for a cruise.... Not to mention the cost.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iheartbda Posted February 21, 2013 #15 Share Posted February 21, 2013 Everyone keeps recommending the self tanners like Jergens, I use it and like it. However, it seems everyone is missing that the OP said she would be spending the majority of her cruise swimming. The self tanners are not going to hold up and spray tans are questionable as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurie S. Posted February 21, 2013 #16 Share Posted February 21, 2013 I use to use the Jergen's Glow and liked the color it gave me. But, I'm a scuba diver and salt water quickly removes the color, and not evenly. It would leave my legs spotted. I still use it on my arms and shoulders, but not on my legs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lillypad83 Posted February 21, 2013 Author #17 Share Posted February 21, 2013 Thanks for your help, guys. I was curious about salt water taking off the tan- I knew chlorinated water would remove it. So, I'm going to bite the bullet and I'm going all-naurale. Besides, in case of an emergency, I could probably be used to signal passing ships or something. Y'all are the best! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sunnysavannah Posted February 22, 2013 #18 Share Posted February 22, 2013 I'm very pale too! My DH doesn't mind (actually likes it) and has taught me not to mind it so much. :rolleyes: I wouldn't get one for the cruise. I've done it for a wedding that I was in. Strapless, short dress, but just enough to "knock off some of the neon white." Just save the money for something fun on the cruise! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robin7 Posted February 22, 2013 #19 Share Posted February 22, 2013 So, I'm going to bite the bullet and I'm going all-naurale. Besides, in case of an emergency, I could probably be used to signal passing ships or something. Best quote EVER regarding paleness. (We albinos need to stick together! :D) Robin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LindaM Posted February 22, 2013 #20 Share Posted February 22, 2013 I have tried the self tanners and have good luck with Lancome. The problem is, they will sweat off on white clothes. I wonder if a spray tan would be better... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LindaM Posted February 22, 2013 #21 Share Posted February 22, 2013 I am going to have to disagree with the spray tan being blotchy and ugly!! You all know I dance in competition dance... While I stay clear of tanning beds I always do the mystic tan a day before a competition.... LOL, I get the tan, leave there with no bra or panties and sleep in very loose clothes. The next day it is a even toned bronze. I dry off well after the spray and go to a studio where it is a good quality. The next day it is a nice color and in 2 days it has faded and a quick shower and it is history. I am careful that my skin is hydrated and in the best possible condition to handle the spray... I consider myself a spray tan expert with all the competition I do yet for a cruise I would never consider doing a spray tan.... The life of the tan is too short, you have to be careful not to get in contact with water... Both which would not work for a cruise.... Not to mention the cost.... Thanks---no spray tan for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shipgeeks Posted February 22, 2013 #22 Share Posted February 22, 2013 My observation is that more and more women are remaining pale, and being fine with that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare KKB Posted February 22, 2013 #23 Share Posted February 22, 2013 I did not know about the chlorine issue--but then I realized I really don't get IN the pool much, but I do get in the ocean. I got a spray tan last year & love our photo; I wasn't able to this year & am not a fan of my paleness--this after 3 days in the sun! If you get in the pool a lot, I'd forget it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smoothdancer Posted February 23, 2013 #24 Share Posted February 23, 2013 Spray tan will also sweat off onto your clothes, even a day after of tanning. When this has happened to me once on a white gown the designer instructed me to soak the gown in warm water and Oxi-clean and the tan did come off... Just in case you need in an emergency, bring some Oxi-clean with you!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bug & Sprouts Posted February 23, 2013 #25 Share Posted February 23, 2013 I'm super pale/pink/ freckle-y. Mystic Tan makes me orange, so I use the Versa Spa, ...... The spray tan comes off in chlorine, and since I'll be swimming the majority of the cruise, it's really just a waste of $60.[/quote Do you really pay $60 for a versa spa??? I got one before our Jan cruise at Pacific Beach Tanning and it was only $14.99. For what its worth....mine lasted a week, evenly colored and not at all splotchy, for a good 5 days. And I did go swimming too. It was the medium base clear with the after moisturizer spray. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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