Friday, May 29, 2015

Where to Go for the Best Spray Tan from Coast to Coast

Gisele Bundchen

It’s finally happening: As the season gives way to sunny skies and balmy temperatures, the first breezy slip dresses, shoulder-baring tanks, and micro-bikinis of summer are about to go into heavy rotation. But while the appeal of a lighter, brighter wardrobe is undeniable, those of us still cowering under a security blanket of sheer sleeve, lightweight cardigan, or ankle-grazing skirt may feel a few fleeting pangs of sartorial separation anxiety. Fortunately, the solution for easing the transition into bare legs and exposed collarbones is simple: a subtle coat of color. Even those of us with complexions that veer closer to “silver minnow” than “golden halo” know the wonders of a strategically applied spray tan, with its ability to hide a multitude of sins. Here, we’ve curated a list of the best salons in the country to take you well beyond the pale.

 

New York City

 

Paul Labrecque Salon & Spa
This fine airbrush tanning mist is spiked with a tinted aloe-infused moisturizing base that prevents streaks.
171 East Sixty-fifth Street
212.988.7816
paullabrecque.com

The Setai Spa
Vita Liberata’s cultish natural formula comes in three pitch-perfect levels: light, medium, and dark.
40 Broad Street
212.792.6193
setaiclubnewyork.com

Joanna Vargas Skin Care
Full body microdermabrasion removes dry, dull patches; a subtle layer of organic-based bronzing color yields transformative results.
501 Fifth Avenue
212.949.2350
joannavargas.com

OC61
In-house pro Anna Stankiewicz’s foolproof technique and meticulous attention to detail have won her a loyal following of actresses, models, and editors.
33 East Sixty-first Street, Third Floor
212.935.6261

 

Los Angeles

 

House calls by Jimmy Coco
When he’s not making Hollywood house calls, Coco keeps busy supplying Victoria’s Secret models with their signature glow backstage at the company’s annual runway show.
jimmycoco.com

Four Seasons at Beverly Hills Spa
Lightning-fast service defines this intimate space: Airbrush pros can deliver an immediate glow in only fifteen minutes, that deepens over the next five to twelve hours.
300 South Doheny Drive
310.273.2222
fourseasons.com

 

Chicago

 

Ortanic
Custom-blended, chemical-free formulas—plus rooms that feature a cutting-edge air purification system to prevent you from breathing in over-spray.
1030 North Clark
312.944.1030
ortanic.com

Bliss Spa
The scrub-plus-color treatment starts with head-to-toe exfoliation and a quick rinse in a Vichy shower before color is carefully applied by hand with a sponge to avoid any missed spots.
644 North Lake Shore Drive
312.266.9216
blissworld.com

 

Austin

 

Hush Hush Tan
Founder Izabel Wicker’s organic botanical formula includes a skin-healthy blend of Brazilian acai berry, Vitamins C and E, aloe vera, and rosemary.
1502 West Sixth Street
512.482.8339
hushhushtan.com

 

Miami

 

Valet Tans
Clients like Kate Upton and Caroline Wozniacki can request private house calls or stop by the brick-and-mortar salon for an organic glow.
229 Eighth Street
347.824.9867
info@valettans.com

Spa at Viceroy Miami
Pre-game in the sun-drenched, 5,000-square-foot water lounge overlooking Key Biscayne, equipped with a reflecting pond and floating library, before settling in for a session of seamless color.
485 Brickell Avenue
305.503.4400
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Philadelphia

 

The Rittenhouse Spa & Club
For a lasting glow, prep with the Pineapple Enzyme Exfoliating Treatment: The fifteen-minute add-on service can help color last a full ten days, instead of the standard week.
210 West Rittenhouse Square
215.790.2500
therittenhousespaclub.com

 

San Francisco

 

The Social Beauty Co.
The Tanned Tahitian has a soft cucumber scent, while California Girl goes green with a nontoxic formula free of alcohol and parabens.
2157 Lombard Street
415.529.1305
thesocialbeautyco.com

Ipanema Airbrush Tanning Boutique
For a summer wedding season defined by all things backless and strapless, the Full Body Line Eraser treatment gently blends away accidental tan lines.
2040 Union Street Suite #1
415.800.8968
ipanemaairbrushtanning.com

 

Washington, D.C.

 

The Ritz-Carlton
Airbrush pro Stefanie Wolf recommends the South Seas formula for clients with fair skin—the golden shade is free of orange undertones, and can be customized for every complexion.
1150 Twenty-second Street NW
202.835.0500
ritzcarlton.com

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