Beauty Blog

Heavy heart

I wrote the following on Monday only for Boris to tell me on Tuesday I HAD to close. If only the decision had been made for me earlier it would have been so much easier! It is with a heavy heart that I have made the decision to temporarily close (or press pause for a...

What is Dermaplaning?

Dermaplaning is a facial that removes dead skin and vellus hair to give you amazing clean glowing skin. The soft 'peach fuzz' that is removed grows back exactly the same, not coarse, unlike terminal hair (beards, moustaches etc.) If you have any terminal lip hair this...

The sun’s out and it’s February!!

I've just returned from the most amazing trip to South Africa. What with the beautiful weather, amazing scenery and unbelievable wildlife, I really wasn't looking forward to coming home. Look at the weather here though, it's blinking glorious and it's only February!...

Why a sunless tan is so good for you

I always dread October when the clocks change and the nights draw in. The days are shorter, there's less sunlight, it's cold and my mood starts to drop. I hate looking in the mirror and seeing a pale, ill looking face staring back at me and catching a glimpse of my...

Do I need to prepare my skin before my spray tan?

It is highly recommended that you shower and exfoliate before your spray tan. For best results do this the day before. Slip on a pair of exfoliating gloves and get as much rough, dead skin off as you can and moisturise thoroughly afterwards. Best not to moisturise on...

Tips to make your Brazilian wax less painful

You don’t have to be particularly brave to have a Brazilian wax, as let’s face it, everyone does it now (well quite a few)! It’s not exactly fun but once finished, you’re hair and fuss free for weeks. Whether it’s your first time or you’re a long term waxer, knowing...

Hair removal – one size doesn’t fit all

So you need to make a decision on hair removal and are looking for the perfect solution. Confused? Anxious? Embarrassed? Worried? It’s important to find the perfect fit for YOU when researching the choices that are available. There is a vast choice of options when...

Loyalty scheme

At Tanfastic we've been running our loyalty scheme since April and it's proved to be a big hit. Many customers have already filled several cards. Get your card marked at each appointment and then receive 25% off your sixth treatment. (applicable on treatments of £20...

Recommend a friend

At Tanfastic we've always had a recommend a friend scheme but it's just got better! Instead of £5 off for you after your friend has had 3 treatments, it's now £5 off for both of you on your friend's first treatment and you can recommend as many people as you want. On...

What are the reasons not to get waxed?

Waxing is safe for the majority of people but anyone that can relate to any of the following should steer clear: Diabetes – slow to heal Epilepsy – risk of fitting Reaction to skin sensitivity test Haemophilia Contagious skin conditions Hypersensitive skin Scar tissue...

A beginners guide to female intimate waxing – part 3

Aftercare After your intimate bikini wax you will be red for 24 – 48 hours but shouldn't be sore. Whilst red, avoid hot baths and showers (luke warm only), the sun, deodorant, heavily perfumed products, chlorinated swimming pools, jacuzzis, and saunas, and working out...

A beginners guide to female intimate waxing – part 2

What can I expect from my first intimate waxing appointment? At your first waxing appointment you will be welcomed and made to feel at ease before being asked to fill out a short consultation form. I use Perron Rigot hot wax for bikini waxing and will explain why this...

A beginners guide to female intimate waxing – part 1

Female intimate waxing and spray tanning are my most popular treatments by a long shot and are the two treatments that I class as my speciality. If you’ve never had a Brazilian wax before you may be feeling a bit anxious and want to know more about what’s involved, so...

Spray tanning advice for men

Have you noticed the increase in tanned, healthy looking men on the street, gym, office...? I can tell you now that a huge number of those men are fake (well their tans are). Mens spray tanning is becoming increasingly more popular and they don’t just do it because...

5 reasons to have an LVL lash lift

If you’re looking to lengthen, volumise and lift your lashes, then LVL is the answer you've been searching for. Here are five reasons why LVL Enhance is a must. 1: Fuss free Your natural lashes and only your natural lashes, are lengthened, volumised and lifted...

When is the best time to have an LVL lash lift?

LVL (length, volume, lift), straightens your natural eyelashes at the root creating longer, volumised lifted lashes for 6 – 8 maintenance free weeks. The lashes are also given a tint to create a full on mascara look. The results are immediate so as long as you've had...

Why have a spray tan?

I don't know about you but I was an absolutely fanatical sun worshipper, not only for the feel of the heat on my skin but also to get a beautifully bronzed body, I just feel so much more confident when I'm brown. The only drawback to my sun obsession is the long term...

Benefits of an LVL lash lift

This treatment gives AMAZING results. LVL delivers instant results that last up to an incredible maintenance free 8 weeks, longer than eyelash extensions or perms. It enhances the natural lashes making them appear longer, more voluminous, and ultimately more...

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