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Red Carpet Ready for the Oscars: How the Stars get Pampered!

BellaTV — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 21:00:00 PST

Halle Berry, Christina Applegate, and Reese Witherspoon all love getting Oscars-ready at Hollywood hotspot Kinara Spa. Zelana goes behind the scenes to see how Academy Award nominees and presenters get ready before the big event with their body polish exfoliation and custom St. Tropez tan treatment.

Product Review: St. Tropez Everyday

BellaSugar — Fri, 07 Nov 2008 08:01:33 PST

Here in San Francisco, I typically feel like we're "in between" seasons. It's too cool for tanks, but too warm for puffy jackets. So, on those indecisive mornings when I'm getting dressed, I'm often faced with the choice: tights or no tights? No tights? Sure, but first my pasty white stems need some help. Enter St. Tropaz Everyday ($30) in Fair to Medium (also available in Medium to Dark).

This self-tanner is marketed as a moisturizer that just happens to have subtle tanning properties. Subtle, for sure - but in the highest of compliments. Seeing that I'm typically the queen of orange knees and blotchy ankles with regular tanners, I was quite impressed by the foolproof nature of this one. Plus, being able to customize the amount of intensity is always a plus in my book.

Other bonuses? A non-nasty smell sans greasiness. Although the aroma is somewhat chemical-y, there's no typical "something's burning" kind of odor - you know that odor, right? The product also claims to improve firmness and elasticity of the skin. The jury is out on that one for me, but my neighbor did say I was looking rather toned one evening as I walked in from work, although I think that was more Winsor Pilates than tanning cream.

Guess Who? A Sassy Singer's Favorite Self-Tanner

BellaSugar — Mon, 27 Aug 2007 08:59:43 PDT

This luxury-loving singer is fair-skinned, but you wouldn't know it by looking at her. That's because she's a fan of St. Tropez self-tanning products. TeamSugar members, guess correctly and earn 25 points!

New Product Alert: St. Tropez Self-Tan Remover Packets

BellaSugar — Fri, 11 May 2007 15:16:37 PDT

All right! Finally, there's a product out that allows us to get rid of icky self-tanner streaks and spots! St. Tropez, which is renowned for its amazingly smooth self-tanner, has recently released these innovative Self-Tan Remover Packets ($6.50 for 10 individually wrapped packets).

This invention is a lifesaver for those of you who have ever been caught embarrassed and orange-handed. Each of the packets comes drenched in a soap-like gel, which removes all self-tanner blotches with just a teensy bit of elbow grease. It's a super quick and travel friendly way to even out your self-tanning bloopers.

Beauty Marked! An Unbeatable Body Bronzer

BellaSugar — Tue, 17 Apr 2007 17:02:22 PDT

Last week I asked you guys to come beauty marking with me to help me find a new self tanner for my body. I bought this Ban De Soleil Streakguard Self Tanning Creme, $9, but I am not in love with it. It's not awful, but it streaks a bit and I'm not crazy about the color on my skin tone. Your mission was to help find me something that would turn me into a gorgeous golden color as opposed to an icky orange one. To see all of the beauty marks for a self tanner for the body, click here. You guys all had great picks so thanks very much for participating!

Beauty Mark #1 found by foreverdizzy is called Decleor Aroma Sun Express Hydrating Self-Tan Spray, $36. Within one to two hours, this light, non-oily spray turns into a deep and natural looking tan. There is no sunscreen in this product though - so you can not wear it at the beach, but it's a great after sun lotion because it keeps your skin supple, glowing and hydrated!

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Beauty Mark #2 found by atripp is called GlowFusion Micro-Nutrient Face & Body Natural Protein Tan, $58, is a self-tanning technology lotion that starts off light and can be layered until you reach the level of tan you desire.

This mist form allows for smooth application, there is no odor, no streaking and it won't stain. The formula contains vitamins, antioxidants and a special ingredient simply known as sugarcane which has been proven to work well with the natural keratin already in your skin. Available in light and medium shades.

Beauty Mark #3 found by missixty02 is called St. Tropez Tinted Self Tanning Lotion - Step 3, $37.50, is an aloe vera based lotion that isn't oily and is fast drying. It says that it smells great too, which is awesome because most self tanners smell terrible.

It's funny how you all found these products at Sephora. I have never tried this one but I am very anxious to - this brand has a great reputation! Available in one universal shade.

The Secrets Behind Jennifer Aniston's Golden Glow Revealed

Jaime Richards — Wed, 20 Jul 2011 15:48:43 PDT

Jennifer Aniston always looks like she just returned from a fabulous beach vacation, but sometimes the star gets a little help elsewhere to achieve her signature golden glow. For the Horrible Bosses premiere in London earlier today, her sexy luminous look was in part thanks to her longtime makeup artist, Angela Levin, who used St. Tropez's new Gold Illuminator ($23) as her secret weapon. "It's so subtle, but makes all the difference," Levin explains. So to see her expert tips on how you can re-create Jennifer's entire red-carpet makeup palette, just keep reading.

Shirtless Hugh Jackman Avoids Irene With a Family Trip to St. Tropez

Katie Henry — Tue, 30 Aug 2011 03:05:00 PDT

It was an ab spectacle on the beach of St. Tropez yesterday when Hugh Jackman stripped off his shirt and jumped in the water with his kids, Ava and Oscar, and wife Deborah-Lee Furness. Their well-timed vacation got the family of four, and their French bulldog, out of NYC just in time to avoid the effects of Hurricane Irene. St. Tropez seems to be one of Hugh and Deborah's favorite getaway destinations; it's their second stop along the South of France in less than a month. Hugh drew the attention of fans during a sexy stroll along Beach Pampelonne earlier this Summer, and his toned abs are getting your votes in this year's PopSugar shirtless bracket - there's only one day left to fill out your ballot to be entered to win $1,000 from J.Crew! Hugh's next film, Real Steel, is slated for an October release, though still no word on when we'll see him share the big screen with Jennifer Garner in their unreleased political spoof, Butter.

Princess Beatrice and Dave Clark Soak Up the Sun on a Yacht in St. Tropez

Lauren Turner — Mon, 11 Jul 2011 01:45:00 PDT

Princess Beatrice and her boyfriend Dave Clark spent Saturday and Sunday on a yacht off the coast of St. Tropez. Beatrice and Dave were spotted strolling through the French town on Friday, and it looks like they kept their vacation going over the weekend. They boarded a small boat that took them to their larger vessel on Saturday and yesterday they changed into new outfits to hang out on the deck. Beatrice and Dave have been all about their relaxing trips this Summer since they already spent a few days in Cap d'Antibes last month. The duo are just one of the exciting royal couples to watch since Prince William and Kate Middleton's North American tour has captured plenty of attention stateside. They wrapped up their travels yesterday and have since returned home to the UK.

Princess Beatrice and Her Boyfriend, Dave Clark, Summer in St. Tropez With Friends

Lindsay Miller — Fri, 08 Jul 2011 15:00:51 PDT

Princess Beatrice wore a floppy hat and a maxi dress as she walked the streets of St. Tropez today with her boyfriend, Dave Clark. The couple headed to the French Riviera for the second time in recent weeks. Princess Beatrice and Dave Clark vacationed in Cap d'Antibes late last month but headed back to their native England last week, sitting in the stands for a Wimbledon match. While Princess Beatrice and Dave soak up the sun in the South of France, Prince William and Kate Middleton continue their North American tour. The royal pair said goodbye to Canada earlier today and will land in LA late this afternoon. Their weekend in California will be star-studded, with celebrities from Tom Cruise to Tom Hanks expected to make their acquaintance at a BAFTA-hosted gala, but will also include some philanthropy. We'll be there on Sunday as Kate and Will attend a jobs fair for veterans and military spouses.

Avril Lavigne Gets Back to Yachting in Her Bikini With Friends

Lauren Turner — Thu, 23 Jun 2011 14:49:39 PDT

Avril Lavigne put on another bikini to continue her girls' getaway on a yacht in St. Tropez this afternoon. She and three ladies lounged in the sun, sipped on cold drinks, and waved to nearby boats. Avril's boyfriend, Brody Jenner, didn't join her for the vacation but he enjoyed his own trip to the water and went fishing in Southern California with pals. The couple was together, however, at the MuchMusic Awards on Sunday, where Avril was nominated twice, but was beat out by Justin Bieber in both categories. It doesn't look like she took the losses too badly, since she seems happy to play in the sun with friends.