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Post by nabba65pp on Jun 7, 2007 19:02:56 GMT -5
I have used pro tan in the past, but dream tan seems to look easier to apply and the few I have seen using it had good color. Does anyone have good and bad points on dream tan?
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Post by QuietBob on Jun 7, 2007 19:17:29 GMT -5
Some venues don't allow it because it rubs off so easily. Check with the promoter.
I've also heard that judges hate it (don't know why).
I've used it a lot and everytime wish there was something better. It smears, runs, you can't touch it (tough on a lat spread or hands on hips most muscular). Tried it without oil since it has a "sheen" and was told I needed oil by a judge.
I'm trying a new tanning regimen this week (and probably another one next week if this one doesn't work) and will let you know how it works.
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Post by Tim Wescott on Jun 7, 2007 21:02:45 GMT -5
I don`t like it................on certain people,it hides/blurs their definition..........kinda` like spackle......fiils in the crevices!  Hey Bob,best of luck bud,kick some ass!! |
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Post by EBA84 on Jun 7, 2007 22:43:50 GMT -5
I agree with Tim. I used to use it all the time. I switched to Jan Tana Show Tan last year and it worked great. Doesn't rub off at all and gets you a natural looking dark. Dream Tan tends to make me look like some sort of bronzed statue.
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Post by beckie on Jun 7, 2007 23:50:45 GMT -5
It does seem to be very messy-I'm going to be using Contest Colour and body Shimmer next show because the CC gives a good base and the Body Shimmer washes off very easily. www.pke.com.auPS the Body shimmer is more translucent and gives a 3D effect without covering everything up! |
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Post by QuietBob on Jun 8, 2007 0:56:26 GMT -5
I agree with Tim. I used to use it all the time. I switched to Jan Tana Show Tan last year and it worked great. Doesn't rub off at all and gets you a natural looking dark. Dream Tan tends to make me look like some sort of bronzed statue. Good, I have Jan Tana Show Tan and was planning on using it over my ProTan on Saturday. Thanks for the encouragement, Tim. |
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Post by Intensity on Jun 8, 2007 8:21:15 GMT -5
I agree with Tim. I used to use it all the time. I switched to Jan Tana Show Tan last year and it worked great. Doesn't rub off at all and gets you a natural looking dark. Dream Tan tends to make me look like some sort of bronzed statue. Good, I have Jan Tana Show Tan and was planning on using it over my ProTan on Saturday. Thanks for the encouragement, Tim. Bob are you going to compete this week end? Good luck, have fun and keep us informed! |
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Post by mrbeefy on Jun 8, 2007 8:37:10 GMT -5
Here I go being different again!
I like it.
I start tanning in a booth about 4-6 weeks out.
I "de-fur" on Wednesday before contest.
I do about 6 coats of Pro Tan Starting on Thursday.
2-3 on Thursday.
2-3 on Friday.
One on Saturday morning.
Depending on the RULES of the venue, I'll either put it on at the hotel or put it on right before show time.
My wife puts it on me and REALLY rubs it in.
I'm normally VERY dark, and have been complimented at every contest of my color.
I think part of the problem is NOT rubbing it in enough. You don't need to "cake" it on. Just a quick once over, and rub it in, this way you don't "melt" on stage.
I did one show that the lights were so bright that I looked "normal" on stage, but when I stepped off, I appeared African American.
My rule is, "When I THINK I'm dark enough...apply one more coat!"
On an aside, nothing against Jan Tana products, but I tried them once and it burned my skin.
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Post by Intensity on Jun 8, 2007 9:23:31 GMT -5
… and as far as Dream Tan goes, I also like it! In my opinion, Dream tan's color uniformity is better than Pro Tan's… and is so more convinient. Frank is right… if you dont want it to hide your muscles definition, just make sure that you rub it enough… and only apply a thin coat.
After a couple of competitions, I've found that a spray tan the day before the show, fallowed by dream tan on contest day is the best combination for me.
Mo
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Post by RUBICON19 on Jun 8, 2007 14:18:37 GMT -5
PRO TAN all the way! Sorry Mo
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Post by mrky03 on Jun 8, 2007 16:39:43 GMT -5
I hate pro tan, its a pain it the a$$, takes way too many coats to get dark enough and a week after the show my skin is so dried out and flakey.
Jan Tana is so hard to put on evenly. It gives a good dark color but difficult to apply.
I love Dream Tan! Get the Dream Tan II Though the other one looks too gold toned. Dream tan over a good base tan the morning of the show works great for me. Rub it in good. I put mine on in the hotel room so theres no hassel at the contest venue. Just use a little cooking spray to bring out the shine before you go out on stage.
One other thing I learned, pack some dish washing liquid to cut the grease when you shower it off after the show. Makes cleaning up a lot easier!
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Post by mrbeefy on Jun 8, 2007 19:46:19 GMT -5
I also have an old set of sheets that are brown that I take with me to throw over the bed so I don't get billed for damaging hotel stuff!
Some hotels that host these shows even have you sign a form that says you're responsible for damages to sheets, curtains, etc.
I guess some people actually took down curtains and laid them on the flooer to protect the carpet, but stained the curtains.
I pack my own stuff, sheets, towel, etc.
Once I apply, I put on an oversized sweatshirt with hoodie, and I bought drawsting pants so that it doesn't leave a mark around my waist from elastic. I keep warm until it's time to pump up.
One other thing that someone taught me.
If you don't like any of the other stuff....
Normal tan.
2-3 coats pro tan.
Morning of venue, apply a very light coat of vaseline over your entire body, then put on your sweats.
By the time you're ready to hit the stage you will have a nice sheen, but not an excessive shine.
Plus it's hell for my wife to catch me! ;D
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Post by masterschamp on Jun 8, 2007 20:36:59 GMT -5
I'm going with Jan Tana Show Tan for my 3 contests coming up this year.
Keith
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Post by nabba65pp on Jun 9, 2007 10:22:19 GMT -5
Good, I have Jan Tana Show Tan and was planning on using it over my ProTan on Saturday. Thanks for the encouragement, Tim. Bob are you going to compete this week end? Good luck, have fun and keep us informed! No not this weekend I am too fat in BB terms, Oct 6th is the show I will compete in |
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Post by Intensity on Jun 9, 2007 10:33:51 GMT -5
Bob are you going to compete this week end? Good luck, have fun and keep us informed! No not this weekend I am too fat in BB terms, Oct 6th is the show I will compete in Bob, I knew from your comeback thread that your next show is on Oct 6th, I was asking the other Bob (QuietBob) ;D I guess that's why we should sometime use username instead of name  ... but in my case, there is no other Mo in here so i'm safe |
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Post by QuietBob on Jun 9, 2007 13:15:11 GMT -5
Yes.
OCB Pacific Northwest States. About ready to leave for the morning show now.
Ended up putting on 2 coats Protan, slept in last one, then 1 coat Protan bronzer mousse. I am nearly black right now. Went on a little splotchy, but Muscle Sheen smoothed it out well. Have to see now how it sweats...
I will do a separate thread on the show when I can.
Bob
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Post by nabba65pp on Jun 9, 2007 17:18:34 GMT -5
No not this weekend I am too fat in BB terms, Oct 6th is the show I will compete in Bob, I knew from your comeback thread that your next show is on Oct 6th, I was asking the other Bob (QuietBob) ;D I guess that's why we should sometime use username instead of name ... but in my case, there is no other Mo in here so i'm safe Oopps Sorry, If I would have read more carefully I would have known |
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Post by RUBICON19 on Jun 9, 2007 19:28:55 GMT -5
Yes. OCB Pacific Northwest States. About ready to leave for the morning show now. Ended up putting on 2 coats Protan, slept in last one, then 1 coat Protan bronzer mousse. I am nearly black right now. Went on a little splotchy, but Muscle Sheen smoothed it out well. Have to see now how it sweats... I will do a separate thread on the show when I can. Bob OH. Didnt even know you were competing this weekend. Keep us posted in a thread.. Good luck |
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Post by Massiv on Jun 10, 2007 1:02:20 GMT -5
I use pro tan on my body. Usually 4 coats, but I use dream tan on my face, hands and feet. Works really well and very easy to apply. Comes off too easy for the overall body though.
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... but in my case, there is no other Mo in here so i'm safe 