Trio of Body Firming - Toning - Tanning Creams from Karin Herzog

As you've most likely guessed, I am a big fan of going to the spa for facials and body treatments of all types. I also like to make my appearances toned and tanned but my work and travel schedule often means having to be on location on a moment's notice. I often don't have time to book such appointments as a result. So I've made it my business to find the BEST products to use at home. I've been disappointed by many but impressed by only a few. Here are my favorites from Karin Herzog:

Silhouette Body Cream

Silhouette Body Cream is step one in the set of two products used for firming, smoothing and lessening the appearance of that dreaded cellulite. The brush is included with the Silhouette & Tonus B12 body set and reminds me of what is used in the day spa. The Oxygen factor in this product is also something that you will find at the top spas and retreats. Silhouette Body Cream has salicylic acid which is recommended for keratosis pilaris and acne as it gently dissolves excess keratin and sebum in the skin. It also has vitamin E and Cinnamon oil so it is the perfect first step. Cream is very light in texture and easily absorbed.

Tonus B12 Draining Body Cream

Tonus B12 Body Cream is step two in this body beautiful routine. It is recommended for use after the Silhouette but has a similar profile of ingredients including the Oxygen benefit. Use it alone or with the Silhouette Body Cream. Very creamy and light without being greasy.

Tone & Tan

Tone & Tan is the icing on the cake as it is one of the best self-tanners I've tried this summer. Add in the "firm benefits" and you have a really exceptional product that instantly makes you look sleeker and leaner. Hey the Victoria's Secret runway models use this technique all the time and then run a highlighting strip down the front of their legs for even greater effect. It works!

This trio is packed and ready to go!

All of Karin Herzog's Swiss formulas are made in the laboratory of Dr. Paul and Karin Herzog. Check them out online at KarinHerzog.com

Body creams c/o Karin Herzog, SA
Gold Leather Travel Vanity by Crabtree and Evelyn, London

Baked Goods - NEW Fake Bake Self Tanner Bronzer and Mistifier Plus Australian Gold

Just in time for SUMMER!  New Fake Bake Bronzers and Oil Free Mistifier.

When it comes to faux tanning, I think I've been a bit spoiled because for years I've used a professional air brush with tanning solutions. So, it took quite some time to find a rub on product that comes anywhere near that. Air Brush tanning is very even in application and will last for about a week depending on the solution, how often you shower and exfoliate.

My AirStar Spray Tan Compressor

Fake Bake
FB is perhaps one of the better self tanning products out there. I've used the drug store Jergens products but they never really came close to the depth of color of my air brushed tan. So as I said before, I'm some what of a hard sell for these rub on products. All of the Fake Bake products I tested come with a pair of gloves to protect your palms. I saw that as a really good sign! They are good quality gloves and I just wash them as I would my hands, dry and then reuse them.

New Formula Beyond Bronze Self Tan Lotion

FB Beyond Bronze Self Tan Lotion
This was by far my favorite of all self tanning lotions. Perhaps the reason why is because it most resembles the spray tan formula used in my air brush compressor. This new UK formula Beyond Bronze is very liquid but not overly runny. You can see it on my hand, it's almost like melting Jello. It is very dark but spreads very evenly and leaves a beautiful, natural tan color, not unlike what I usually get from the sun. It gives you an immediate glow but darkens over time. Exfoliate first before application and apply at night for a longer lasting tan.

Golden Faux Glo Bronzer Matte Medium Instant Tan Lotion Wash - Off

FB Golden Faux Glo Bronzer Matte Medium Instant Tan Lotion Wash - Off
This is a wash off product for face and body. This would be good for a quick bronzing of tan color but it's a one shot deal. It will not darken over time like the Self Tan Lotion. Comes with gloves just like the Self Tan product but washes off with soap and water. This is good for editorial work when I have an outdoor shoot early in the season. This would not be a good choice for a day at the beach or pool but it definitely works for a night out on the town or to even out previous tan lines.

FB Oil Free Mistifier Moisturizing Body Spray

FB Oil Free Mistifier Moisturizing Body Spray 
Once you've got your glow on, don't try to apply oil based moisturizers. The oil undermines the tanning additives, stripping them away from the skin. The result can be a patchy, streaky mess! I thought this was pretty clever. Fake Bake Oil Free Mistifier Moisturizing Body Spray to top off your newly faux tanned skin. A little goes a long way as this ginger - aloe based spray also contains glycerine and Vitamin E. If you really want to amp up the glow, top everything off with some Hard Candy Glow All the Way made with 24K gold. It is an instant bronze and gradual self tanner in one but it does not get you anywhere near as dark as the Fake Bake. See all of Fake Bake's New Products at FakeBake.co.uk 

Fake Bake is the closest to the professional airbrush tanning solutions I use.

  
Sun Protection
I would be remiss if I didn't mention that none of the aforementioned products offer SPF or UPF protection. You may look fabulously tanned but your skin is still very much at risk without solar protection. So be smart and use a sunblock when heading outdoors. I tried a new product from Australian Gold which contains Kona Coffee infused bronzers and has a SPF of 50. It is water resistant for up to 80 minutes so you can enjoy some pool time. It is not a dark self tanner but it is made with aloe so it won't strip your other products either. See more of their new sun-care products at AustralianGold.com 

Australian Gold 50 Lotion Sunscreen. New Eyewear from the Converse All Star Line

Skincare products c/o Fake Bake