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If you’re dreaming of a golden tan this summer but all the talk about sun damage has freaked you out, fret not. There are other ways for you to look like you’ve been hitting the beach without actually logging in time under the sun’s harsh rays.Here are some bronzing products from The Body Shop’s Make Me Fabulous Make-Up line that you can use to transform yourself into a beach goddess—without the sunburn.

Glow Enhancer, P795. Enriched with vitamin E, panthenol, light-reflective particles and Community Trade marula oil, this lightweight, moisturizing liquid reduces the appearance of fine lines, evens out the skin tone and instantly brightens the complexion. A Tinted Glow Enhancer is also available.

Brilliance Powder, P1,195. This lightweight sparkle powder, which contains vitamin E and Community Trade marula oil, has shimmering pearls that leave the face and body looking sun-kissed. Available in Bronze and Gold.

Shimmer Waves, P1,195. You can use the Shimmer Waves in two ways—swept together for a total glow or used individually to accentuate different parts of your face. Available in Bronze or Blush.

Sun Gel, P895. This bronzing gel which can be used both for the face and the body is lightweight and glides onto the skin easily. The Body Shop’s Sun Gel includes moisturizers, aloe vera, hibiscus flower extract, shimmer and pearl particles. It comes in two variants—Sheer and Shimmer.

Brush on Bronze, P995. You can use these colored, shimmering beads to brighten and add color to your face, cheeks and decolletage. The beads contain vitamin E, light-reflective particles, pearl pigments and Community Trade marula oil. The Brush On Buff costs P995.

Bronzing Powder, P995. This pressed bronzing powder, which contains light-diffusing particles, leaves a matte and shine-free finish. Also contains vitamin E and Community Trade marula oil.

Here are some summer looks created by The Body Shop’s training officer Argie Lingat using The Body Shop’s bronzing products:

Base
Oil Free Balancing Foundation SPF15 07, Sheer Sun Gel, Shimmer Sun Gel

Eyes
Shimmer Cubes Palette 06 Warm Palette, Shimmer Waves 01 Bronze, Double Intensity Mascara

Brows
Brow and Liner Kit 02

Cheeks
Bronzing Powder 01, Brilliance Powdder 01 Bronze

Lips
Lip Colour 46 Bare, Liquid Lip Colour 14 Bronze

For surprising results use aloe vera topically and take it internally too. Aloe vera can be used for its antiviral, anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antibacterial uses. Those with unhealthy and healthy skin can benefit from this versatile and readily available mineral.

In its pure form taken directly from the aloe vera plant, aloe is 96 percent water and four percent essential oils, minerals, vitamins, enzymes, and amino acids, among other things. Aloe can be applied directly to the skin to achieve any variety of results, including:
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