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If we talk about the

details of beauty

that characterize

Queen Letizia

(in fashion we would say that she is a fan of midi dresses and slingback pumps in all their versions, which she has in multiple versions and colors), we would start with that lock of gray hair that looks proudly since 2019. We would continue for

a makeup

that always puts the focus on

her eyes,

with smoky browns, or grays, and

her mouth

with a touch of gloss, she is not the Queen of red lips.

More: she never wears makeup on her nails of any color (and it is not by protocol, as Marina Fernández

has already told us once ,

Director of Communication of the International School of Protocol Group).

She doesn't usually wear stockings either, not even in winter, and she usually shows her arms, always in shape.

Precisely these last two details lead us to another beauty constant in Queen Letizia: the uniform, luminous and constant

tan

that she wears all year round (eye, always on her

arms and legs,

if we look closely,

her face

always has a tone less than color).

Because we know that the monarch, aware of the

'side effects' of the sun,

and concerned about her skin (not in vain her face is free of spots and looks

hydrated, bright,

well cared for), does not give up sun protection either high, as prescribed by dermatologists.

In Queen Letizia's tan, a constant 12 months of the year (here the proof)

Queen Letizia wore a luminous, tanned neckline and arms at the Princess of Girona Awards.

But it was not the only time this year....

From all this it can be deduced that the Queen would be assiduous to the 'fake' tan, the one that is achieved with self-tanners or in beauty centers, with sugar cane, for example.

Among other things, because she keeps it impeccable month after month, throughout the year, as she demonstrates in

each and every one of the appearances

where her arms, legs or cleavage are seen...

And it is clear that he knows how to take advantage of them very well, because the key to a

uniform and luminous tan is in how...

The keys to an even tan like the Queen's: exfoliation and hydration

There has been a lot of controversy for years about the use of self-tanner, because for years it was a cosmetic that left

the skin orange

and smelled bad, in addition to sometimes leaving a

'spotty' tan.

This was due to one of its components,

DHA

or dihydrooxyketone.

However, brands have improved their formulations leaving only the good of this 'false colour', without its negative effects of yesteryear.

Before applying any type of self-tanner, there is a fundamental preliminary step, which is to

prepare the skin.

It is useless to add color to an irregular skin surface...

But, as

Estrella Pujol, director of the

Oxigen

aesthetic center

(Barcelona), points out, the first thing to do is perform an

intensive exfoliation

to help remove dead cells from the surface, which will ensure better penetration of the subsequent nutrition or self-tanning lotions

The skin is prepared to receive the product, which can take effect for much longer.

In order to receive the color, in addition, the skin must be well nourished, either with

a rich cream

or even a repairing balm, in winter, which will be replaced by

lighter textures

such as body milks, says Dr.

Elena Manubens,

a member of the

Grupo Spanish of Aesthetic and Therapeutic Dermatology

(Gedet) of the Academy of Dermatology (AEDV).

And what happens if there are

blemishes or dyschromia

on the skin?

Will the tan be blemished?

From the Uriage

brand they

point out a trick: the solution lies in the proper use of

Vaseline.

A light layer is applied just to the discolored area before applying the self-tanner, and this will help to

conceal unevenness

in the skin tone.

The insteps, an area that also needs to be self-tanned with mimoGTRES ONLINE

The right self-tanner...and how to apply it

It's time to apply the self-tanner.

To do this, we must choose the format that is most suitable for our skin or easier to apply to it.

There are different types such as mist, cream or oil, they explain from Uriage.

In either case, it's best to apply it in the shower or under a towel so it doesn't splash around.

More usage tips.

To have a uniform tan you have to

wear gloves.

These help spread the product evenly over the skin, plus no residue will remain on your hand.

You have to hit the elbows, heels and knees well, which are usually forgotten areas.

To finish, and as has been done before, hydration will be the key for the color to last long and well.

As you remember from Uriage, before, during and after self-tanning,

the skin should be hydrated daily.

The moisturizer will increase the duration and at the same time the skin will look bright and healthy.

It does not hurt, on the other hand, something that the Queen will probably also do, since her skin is not only tanned, but also looks luminous, use illuminating oils or moisturizing creams with shine.

Because it is a reality that well hydrated skin with this type of cosmetic makes a tan look better.

The Queen in Mallorca, last year, with tanned and luminous legs.GTRES ONLINE

Tanning with sugar cane, another option for a luminous tan

Sugar

cane tanning

is a method that is practiced in specialized

beauty centers

, it involves the application of a

spray lotion

that provides a tan effect to the skin with an instant effect similar to that of a self-tanner.

Its particularity with respect to other techniques is that it is based on natural sugar cane as the main active ingredient, which is why it is

harmless to the skin

, since it only affects the superficial layer.

Sessions typically last

about 15 minutes.

A self-tanning lotion made from

a 100% natural and harmless derivative of cane sugar

is sprayed on the body, as well as the face, and reacts with the cells on the surface of the skin, causing a natural tan that does not interfere with melanin, as they explain. the experts at

Vanitas Espai

(Carrer de París, 204, Barcelona).

From this center they list

the eight benefits

of tanning with sugar cane.


  • Provides an

    instant tan

    that peaks at

    eight hours.

  • Does not stain or smell bad.

    Unlike other lotions, the one used is free of makeup, so it does not stain hair or clothing.

    Its smell when applied, reminiscent of coconut, disappears when the lotion has dried after 15 minutes of application.

  • It is

    suitable for reactive

    or sensitive skin.

    The lotion cannot get past the epidermis, which makes it incapable of creating problems.

  • It is an interesting option to hide the areas without melanin

    in people with vitiligo.

    These areas that never tan due to the action of the sun do react and, although this method does not match the tones between the areas with and without melanin, it does achieve a blurred effect.

  • A single session

    of about 45 minutes

    is enough to achieve an

    ideal tan.

  • The tan lasts

    between five and seven days

    depending on the type of skin and the habits of each person.

    And this is because the cells that make up the epidermis are dead cells that renew themselves.

  • There are

    several intensities

    available to choose from according to skin type.

  • Its price.

    A full body session costs 39 euros, to which a prior peeling must be added to achieve ideal results (29 euros).

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