Is It Possible to Be Unable to Tan?
Ever spent the day sunbathing at the beach with no sunblock and remained your usual shade of pale?
I’m Pale, Get Over It: A Fair-Skinned Manifesto [Friday Faves]
I was born with a skin-tone that falls somewhere between “fresh milk” and “blank paper.” I’ve heard every “where are the Seven Dwarves?” and “Ah! You’re blinding me!” joke in existence, replacing my joyful anticipation of summer with an ominous dread.

CC Beauty Live: Self Tanners
Self tanners can be your best friend during the summer months! Sure in the past self tanners have been notorious for their distinct smells and splotchiness, but the formulas have improved and continue to do so.
8 Cliche Things to Do On Campus Now That It’s Spring
Spring is finally here and I couldn’t be happier! The only problem is that I can hardly stand to sit in class when it’s sunny and beautiful outside. The moment the seasons started to change, all of the sun-deprived library dwellers emerged on campus. Don’t miss out on the action! Here are 8 cliche things you can do on campus now that the sun is out.
Why Are People Still Tanning?!
I’ve written before about why I don’t tan, and unless you’ve been living under a rock for the past few years, you know that tanning carries with it some pretty serious risks. Still, up to 80 percent of people under 25 are convinced that they look better with a tan, and every single day, more than one million Americans visit tanning salons.
Snooki Launches Line of Tanning Lotions, Adds to Empire
This year, I’m gonna be Snooki for Halloween. Leopard minidress, butterfly “tramp clamp” hairclip, ten bottles of bronzing lotion and go-go boots, plus a can of hairspray in one hand and a drink in the other, and I’m good to go! (Note: currently casting for my other half. You can choose from Vinny, Gionni or JWoww.)
CC Beauty Live: Self Tanner Basics
Everyone is expected to be tan in the summer, yeah? And while you know all about the dangers of tanning, people still do it. That will never change. I love being outside, and there’s nothing like a tan from natural sunlight. But like always, you have to use protection (see what I did there?).

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The 10 People You’ll See at the Beach This Summer
Living in South Florida means I’ve seen my fair share of beach-goers. The beaches down here are filled with beautiful people with beautiful bodies and perfect tans. However, they aren’t always filled with people who are easy on the eyes. Nor is every beach day an episode of Baywatch. As summer approaches, more and more people are heading off to the beach to catch some rays and waves — which mean you’re going to do a lot of people watching. For better or worse.
Candy Dish: But Where’s Jon Hamm?
•The movie ‘The Town’ served as inspiration for a bank heist in Illinois
•The fool proof method to tanning
•Yeah, those photos are definitely Blake Lively
•Meet Katy Perry’s biggest fan
•3 Ways to pull off a high waisted skirt at work
•Ever wanted to know what the cute stranger was listening to?
•5 Reasons it pays to be single in the summer
CC Beauty Live: ABCDEs Of Moles
With summer coming, I’ve been quite focused on pumping you all with information about practicing safe sun. Well, get excited, because I have some more! A lot of you love tanning, I get it, but there’s a way to do it safely.
CC Beauty Live: Treating Sunburn
I rarely burn, but I’ve had a few cases of awful sunburn where I had to stay inside and lay on the floor because my down comforter felt like a bed of nails against my skin. I’ve blistered and picked and even had sun poisoning. So trust me, I feel your pain.
True Story: I Have Melanoma
It was a cold day in November when I got the phone call from the dermatologist telling me my results were back and I needed to come into the office the same day. As I put down the phone, I looked at my boyfriend and nervously laughed and said, “Well that can’t be good.”

Body Blog: Good Eating Is Skin Deep
live for the summer. In the spring, I count down the days until my last final and I miss it terribly during the fall. I love the way the sun‘s rays touch my skin, I love reading novels lazily on the beach, my morning outdoor runs, and enjoying picnics and BBQs. I love the skin-exposing, brightly colored fashions I get to wear.