DONT BAKE IT - FAKE IT WITH AU COURANTS SUNLESS TANNING COLLECTION

Founded by professional makeup artist Susan Horrell, Au Courant - the originators of the first instant liquid spray-on tan - offers you a healthy alternative to sun-bathing with its collection of high-quality sunless tanners.

Studio City, CA -- April 2003 -- By now you are well versed on the dangers of sun-bathing. Thats a good thing. The anticipation of hearing cat calls of Hey Casper" is making you want to wear long sleeves all summer. Thats a bad thing. So whats a budding bronzed goddess to do? Stock up on Au Courant Cosmetics Sunless Tanning products this summer and achieve the golden tan you desire without baking your precious skin.

Founded by professional makeup artist Susan Horrell, Au Courant - the originators of the first instant liquid spray-on tan - offers you a healthy alternative to sun-bathing with its collection of high-quality sunless tanners. Heres a sampling:

☼   Heading out for a weekend in the Hamptons? Dont leave home without Eclipse - the worlds first waterproof bronzer with an SPF of 20. Eclipse features a unique PABA-free formula that deepens an existing tan or creates a healthy natural glow, while providing up to 20 times your natural protection against sunburn. It prevents aging, skin cancer and discoloration caused by exposure to harmful UV rays. Apply prior to sun exposure. SRP: $21.99.

☼   Attending yet another wedding? Youll look simply sizzling after applying Instant Sunless Tanning Lotion before slipping into that little black dress. This Aloe Vera-based formula is streak-free, non-greasy and quick-drying. The active ingredients peak in six hours and fade just like a natural tan. It will also deepen and prolong a true tan, while the French botanicals and vitamins improve skins elasticity. SRP: $24.99.

☼   Craving a sassy sun-kissed look? Try Bronze Face Gel. Its gel texture blends easily giving you an instant day-at-the-beach luminosity. Its non-comodegenic formula wont clog pores. The alpha hydroxy acids renew skin giving your face a taut and toned appearance. Blend in clockwise motion to ensure product absorption. SRP: $24.99.

☼   Pressed for time? Try Instant Sunless Tanning Spray. A combination of botanicals, vitamins and alpha hydroxy acids give skin a light and airy sun-kissed glow. Ideal for face and body. SRP: $24.99. Au Courants Instant Sunless Tanning Mousse also creates a gorgeous tan in a matter of minutes. Chamomile, Orange Peel and alpha hydroxy acids not only help provide realistic color, but enhance skins elasticity and suppleness. SRP: $24.99.

For optimal results when using any of Au Courants Sunless Tanning products, apply using either the companys Sponge on a Stick Body Applicator or Facial Sponge Applicator. Both can be re-used: just rinse and squeeze. Also, be sure to exfoliate skin to remove any dry patches or dead skin cells prior to applying so each product goes on smoothly and evenly.    

To purchase any of Au Courants Instant Sunless Tanning products, or to view the entire Au Courant line, please visit www.aucourant.com or call 1-800-682-1623.

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