Carrie Stevens' bathing suit is made from bamboo and is designed by Carilyn Vaile.
Angelica Bridges is wearing her own bikini.
Fake It...Don't Bake It
From the January 2009 issue of YOU Magazine
Photos by Andre Felix
The perfect tan makes us feel vibrant, and appear both healthy and rested. But, there's a problem. Tanning the old-fashioned way not only depends on a favorable forecast and a lot of free time, it also poses a risk to our health. Read on, as we show you a faster and healthier way to tan, without ever leaving the comfort of your home.
The birth of Spray di Sole
It was in November of 2006 when Svetlana Feller decided something was missing. As a stay at-home mother of two, her longing wasn't about a lack of purpose or responsibility. Instead, she says, "It was the challenges and rewards that come along with a career." Her resolve was to create her own home-based business.
In April of 2007, she joined forces with friend Jade Dearing for PR and creative services, and recently brought on partners Nelly Bulkin, to head up marketing and strategic development and Lisa Trnka an in-house product development consultant. Together, the four women founded Spray di Sole, a company that specializes in mobile, custom spray tanning. While the idea of a mobile spray tan is not original to Spray di Sole, the women claim that the custom service they provide is only a small portion of what sets them apart from the rest.
One major difference is their organic and environmentally friendly tanning solution. Developed especially for Spray di Sole, it is made entirely of DHA, a simple carbohydrate and derivative of sugar cane and sugar beets. The solution doesn't stain clothes and is completely hypoallergenic and odorless. Just a pinch of pheromones added to this special solution, sets this formula miles apart from what is available on the market today. Aside from it being "the most authentic-looking tan on the market", the women claim the success of their business can be attributed to the personal service they provide and the ability to create a comfortable, non-threatening atmosphere for their clients, many of whom become their friends. While their service is affordable, Spray di Sole has gained the praises of many celebrities. Sharon Stone, Monique Lhuillier, Alyssa Milano, Jenni Garth, Denise Richards, Jolie Fisher, Rachel Griffiths and Reba McIntyre are just a few Hollywood celebs utilizing their service.
 Carrie before Spray di Sole. |
 Carrie is fabulous after! |
How it works
Best results are achieved when the client showers and exfoliates their skin prior to their arrival. The girls also suggest forgoing the use of any creams, moisturizers and deodorants before treatment. They do, however, recommend the use of Spray di Sole organic pre-tanning primer, which helps to keep the skin hydrated.
Upon arriving at a client's home, the women seek out a four-by-four foot area of floor space and an electric outlet. From there, prep time takes less than three minutes and set up includes nothing more than a mat, a tent, a portable compressor and a spray gun.
When the client is ready they enter the tent and spray tanning commences. The procedure itself takes between 15 and 20 minutes. While a client can put on their clothes immediately following a treatment, bathing should be avoided for at least eight hours.
The women break down the equipment in the same amount of time it took to set up and then they're out the door. The result of their efforts, they say, is a client who not only looks great, but feels like a brand new person; happier. Spray di Sole is an amazing mood enhancer. The women claim that with proper moisturizing and frequent sprays, you can expect a Spray di Sole tan to last anywhere from 10 days to 2 weeks.
 Angelica before Spray di Sole. |
 Angelica is is fabulous after! |
More than a spray tan
Spray di Sole is about more than just spray tanning.
From the beginning of their journey as business owners, the women not only committed themselves to success, but also to social consciousness. As a result, Spray di Sole avidly supports The Skin Cancer Foundation, The World Skin Cancer Foundation, and Para Los Niños.
In addition to their philanthropy, the partners have found a way to share the brand they've created. They are currently in the process of taking Spray di Sole nationwide, licensing the rights to their products, techniques and operations to aspiring business owners. Targeting moms looking to create a career for themselves, or the college student who needs a job that works around their school schedule, the women claim the main criteria for joining their team will be the integrity of the applicant. "Integrity and personal service is what our company is all about," Dearing adds.
With several products already available online, the four women have proudly announced a signature line of skin products, due for release by Fall 2009. The new product line was created especially for Spray di Sole and designed to enhance the beauty and length of a natural tan, as well as accentuate the natural shimmer of the skin. The line will also feature Spray di Sole's new signature scent, which according to the women," smells like a sexy, warm summer night in the California mountians," and Spray di Sole "Touch of Sun", a 5 minute at home personal tanning and touch up gun.
So, here's to a fast and safe tan in the middle of winter, and the notion that it is possible to create a successful home-based business, without losing sight of family or community.
To make an appointment for a treatment and for more information, or to contact the women regarding business opportunities in your area, simply log on to www.SpraydiSole.com.
You can purchase the Touch of Sun Personal Tanning Touch Up System through Envi-Image at this link: click here to visit our store.
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