How to make your summer tan last

22 Sep 2020

How to Make Your Summer Tan Last

When our post-holiday blues begin to kick in the one thing that cheers us up a little is knowing that we've returned to grey, rainy Britain with a beautiful golden tan. If you want to hold onto that bronze glow for as long as possible, be sure to follow these steps to remain brown into autumn.

1. You can't moisturise enough! Apply it every day after being in the sun, at least once, to avoid peeling and prolong your tan, and continue applying a couple of times a day once you get home. No amount of moisturiser is too much so don't be shy.

2. Go easy on hot baths and showers and always use a hydrating body wash. Hot water can have a dehydrating effect on your skin so slightly cooler showers are better.

3. Exfoliate but very gently. The best thing for your tan is to exfoliate right before your holiday then gently top up after, as dead skin can cause your tan to look faded and dull. However using harsh exfoliates, hair removal cream or waxing removes the entire top layer of skin and therefore your tan so be careful.

4. Stay hydrated and eat healthily. Drinking plenty of water is essential for healthy, radiant skin, as is eating a healthy balanced diet providing you with all necessary vitamins. Try to eat more foods rich in beta-carotene such as papaya, sweet potato, carrot and mango.

5. If your tan still fades sooner than you hoped, or if you didn't manage to tan as much as you wanted to, Bliss are always on hand with our top of the range sunbeds. Courses can be purchased online or in branch and redeemed at Bliss Baby.

6. There's always the option to fake it with Bliss' sexy contouring spray tans - choose your shade and let our therapists work their magic. Why not combine your spray tan with some other treatments in one of our packages for a glam makeover?

All sunbed courses and spray tans can be purchased online here.

Bliss Baby clients are more than welcome to redeem their points at Bliss Spa as we await the reopening of Baby.

Bliss Baby 0113 275 2675

Bliss West Park 0113 230 4305

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Get the summer holiday feeling at Bliss!

19 Aug 2020

Get the summer holiday feeling at Bliss!

Going on our summer holidays is a little more tricky this year. Whether you're planning to go away or not, there's no reason to miss out on the pre-holiday pampering. Here our are top treatments to get that summer holiday feeling.

Gels

We adore getting gel fingers and toes before a holiday, since they last for up to two weeks, meaning no maintenance whilst you're away. Plus pretty toes make your summer sandals pop!

Tanning

No sun? No problem. Choose a flawless stunning spray tan, or our top of the line sunbeds, and you'll look like you're spent a week at the beach whether you have or not.

LVL Lashes

We adore getting our lashes done before a holiday, for maximum beauty and minimal effort. Choose LVL to make your natural lashes flutter, or choose super lashes or Nouveau for falsies that can last your trip.

Waxing

Removing your body hair is a personal choice, however if you wish to be fuzz-free, waxing will keep you smooth for the duration of your getaway.

We are now able to offer ALL treatments, including those that involve the face area. PPE is worn at all times, and we have sanitiser available, and extra cleaning procedures in place.

Shop all deals here and call us to book your appointment.

We look forward to seeing you.

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Bliss' top tips to get the best results from your spray tan

24 Jul 2020

Bliss' top tips to get the best results from your spray tan

We're so happy that we can once again offer our much-loved spray tans to all of our valued clients. Please be aware that we have added extra sanitising and cleaning procedures, and we will be offering free masks to all clients, as well as disposable flip flops for tanning for £2.

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Read on for our top tips to get the best results from your Bliss spray tan.

Before your spray tan

First, shave any unwanted hair from your body. It's best to do this about 24 hours prior to your spray tan, so that if you do experience any cuts or nicks they can heal. Follow up by exfoliating - removing dead skin cells helps your tan to last longer. Avoid applying any lotions and ideally deodorant before your spray, as it can act as a barrier and leave your tan looking patchy.

For best results, book your appointment for after you have finished showering and exercising for the day.

After your spray tan

Wear dark, loose fitting clothes after your spray tan to avoid streaking and staining your clothes. Avoid washing the guide colour off for 6-8 hours afterwards to allow the tan to fully develop. Leaving it overnight allows it to develop as much as possible, as your body temperature rises as you sleep. You should also avoid showering, swimming, and exercising whilst the tan is developing. When the time comes to shower, lukewarm water is the best option as it won't strip away as much of the initial colour.

Oils and balms will erode your tan, and make it fade faster, so you should opt for oil-free body lotions which will help your tan to last longer. Be aware that exfoliation and shaving also lead to your tan fading faster.

Finally, when you do take showers, pat your skin dry rather than rubbing too much.

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We look forward to seeing you all soon.

Call Bliss West Park 0113 230 4305 to book your appointment.

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Bliss' Top Sunbed Tips

22 Jul 2020

Bliss' Top Sunbed Tips

We're very pleased that Bliss Spa is now open for a limited range of treatments, including sunbeds. We're offering 100 minutes for £25 right now, as we know how much many of you missed your sunbed sessions.

Your own goggles must be worn - purchase from reception for £2 if you don't have your own. Please ensure that a socially distanced queuing system is in place, and that you will be required to sign in on arrival. We have also stepped up cleaning procedures to make your Bliss visit as COVID-safe as possible.

Sunbed use is strictly for those age 18+.

Read our top tips to tan safely and effectively with Bliss sunbeds.

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1. If you have never been on a sunbed, or if you are fair skinned or burn easily, keep your sessions to 3 minutes. You can then build this up very gradually as you start to develop a tan, but be wary - overdoing it is dangerous.

2. Use sunbed lotion to protect your skin and maximise tanning.

3. ALWAYS wear tanning goggles to protect your eyes.

4. Protect your lips with UV lip balm - as lips do not produce melanin they are at risk of burning.

5. If you are unfortunate enough to get sun burnt soothe your skin with moisturiser and do not return to the sunbed until all of the redness has gone.

6. Always make sure that you eat and drink water before tanning to avoid feeling unwell during your sunbed session.

7. Exfoliate before you start tanning, and keep skin moisturised for best results, and to reduce your risk of burning.

Undecided about whether the sunbeds are for you? Check out this blogger's review of sunbeds at Bliss, or read our blog post on sunbeds vs. spray tans to decide which option suits you.

Once you have a fabulous tan, from sunbeds or the sun, check out our top tips on how to make your tan last.

If things go south, and you still end up getting burnt, read our top tips on how to heal sunburnt skin.

For all enquiries please call:

Bliss West Park 0113 230 4305

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How to heal sunburn

17 Jul 2020

How to heal sunburn

The weather has been a little up and down lately, but we're so happy to have been treated to a few hot, sunny days. However, unfortunately, we can get a little overexcited and forget to take the proper precautions to avoid sunburn.

We've all been there - it's red, it's hot, it can be blistery, painful and peeling. When we get sunburnt we want to heal it as quickly as possible so we can enjoy the sun again (armed with plenty of factor 50 this time).

So here are our top tips to heal sunburnt skin as quickly as possible...

1. Cool the affected skin as soon as possible, ideally using ice. Follow with a cold bath or shower, and avoid hot or warm water.

2. Use products with a high water content, and look for the following ingredients:

Aloe Vera

Cucumber

Shea butter

Rose water

Calamine

Lanolin balm

Fresh cucumber can also be applied directly to the burnt areas to cool and hydrate.

3. Avoid using exfoliates and skin products that contain the following ingredients for a few days:

Petroleum

Benzocaine

Lidocaine

4. Keep the area moisturised to avoid peeling. Look for moisturisers containing high levels of vitamins C and E.

5. Avoid the sun until the redness has disappeared. If you must go out in the sun, cover the affected areas and use plenty of sun cream.

Anyone who's been sunburnt before will probably agree that prevention is better than cure. So ensure that you're using the correct sun cream - one that is high factor and says the words 'broad spectrum' on the bottle. Reapply every two hours and take regular breaks in the shade.

Using sunbeds in advance of your holiday can kick start your tan and begin to build up a resistance to burning. Check out our top tips to use sunbeds safely and avoid getting burnt. Keep an eye on the blog to find out when Bliss will reopen and offer our much loved sunbeds and spray tans again!

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Bliss Sunbeds and Spray Tans

03 Jun 2020

Bliss Sunbeds and Spray Tans

We know that many of you are missing getting your sunbed fix or bronzing spray tans at Bliss, especially with spending more time indoors over the last 2 months. Hopefully the current sunny weather will help! If it's not enough, don't fret! We're hoping to be allowed to re-open in July, and when we can we're offering you all treatments that we are able to safely provide with PPE.

Chose between sunbeds and spray tans for a gorgeous summer glow.

Bliss sunbeds are now available at both Bliss Spa and Baby, featuring top of the line sunbeds and 0.3 Compliant tubes in all beds. Tan sensibly & safely!! Safety is of paramount importance to us, so do take advice and sun care from our experts when you arrive in salon.

Alternatively, get a bronzed glow in just minutes with our award-winning spray tans. Tans are customised to suit each client’s requirements, offering contouring to grade and shade a perfect blended aloe vera enriched tan every time.

Find out more and buy online here.

If you're not sure which is for you, read:

Sunbeds vs. Spray Tans: The Great Debate!

If you're doing your own faux-tanning in the meantime, read:

The Bliss guide to home tanning

We can't wait to open up our salons and our sunbeds to all of our valued customers, whenever that may happen!

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The Bliss Guide to Home Tanning

17 Apr 2020

The Bliss Guide to Home Tanning

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We know that many of you may be missing our top of the range sunbeds, or awarded bronzing spray tans. You'll be glad to know that we will be kicking off our relaunch with a multitude off offers including sunbed deals, which will be available to purchase online prior to Bliss reopening. In the mean time, we bring you the ultimate guide to perfect fake-tanning at home.

Step 1 - Exfoliate all over beforehand for a smoother, even finish. Use a loofah and follow with an exfoliating scrub such as Soap and Glory's Breakfast Scrub which also smells delicious. For your face use a straight, edge-like facial razor or a gentle, oil-free scrub.

Step 2 - Hydrate areas that tend to soak up a lot of colour, including palms, knuckles, cuticles, elbows, and feet. Hydrating those spots puts a barrier between your skin and the self-tanner, keeping your faux-glow looking more natural. To hydrate, apply an oil-free, lightweight moisturiser.

Step 3 - Use a mitt to apply your self tanner to avoid streaks. Tanning mitts provide a flat, smooth surface for even and flawless coverage. For the best results, start at your feet (apply sparingly there) and work up to your neck using long, vertical strokes. Switch to a smaller mitt to apply self-tanner to your face.

Step 4 - Use a hairdryer to dry to dry the self tan faster. This helps helps the formula dry super-fast and jump-starts the tan-developing process.

Step 5 - Wipe away any excess formula, for example any that may be on your palms, using an oil-free makeup wipe. Don't forget to wipe down the cuticles on your fingers and toes!

Step 6 - If the product that you're using requires you to rinse off, do so with warm water and pat your skin with a towel to dry it. Aggressively drying your body with a towel can lift away the tan.

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Bliss Sunbeds vs. Spray Tans: The Great Debate

24 Feb 2020

Bliss Sunbeds vs. Spray Tans: The Great Debate

An upsetting side effect of winter is that summer tans are long gone, leaving us a lighter shade of pale. Whilst some people are lucky enough to rock the English Rose look no problem, many of us mourn the loss of our bronzed skin with great sadness. Luckily, Bliss is here to rescue you from a winter of pasty pale skin. Bliss offers two different ways to recover your summer glow: sunbeds or spray tans, and our handy blog post will help you decide which one is for you.

Contrary to common belief, there are actually plenty of health benefits of using sunbeds. The body converts sunshine into vitamin D, which helps to boost your immune system and increase bone strength. Research has also suggested that it may even help to protect us against depression, cancer and Alzheimer's disease. So for anyone with vitamin D deficiency, or anyone who is worried about, or at risk of, any of the above health problems, sunbeds should be considered. Pre-holiday sun beds also reduce the risk of burning whilst you're away, as they build up some resistance to the sun.

Anyone who suffers from skin conditions such as Acne, Psoriasis and Eczema will find that sunbeds are very effective in helping to treat these. Many dermatologists also praise sunbeds for it's benefits in treating dermatitis. Even if you don't suffer from a skin condition, sunbeds make skin less prone to spots, which I think we'd all appreciate!

This isn't to say that the usual warning about skin cancer should be ignored- it's still very important to protect yourself from burning and tan safely. For those who burn very easily, spray tans may be a better option. In contrast to sunbeds there is no exposure to radiation, and no risk of burning and the associated health issues. It is also a faster option- you can simply pop down to your local Bliss the day before an event or holiday and you'll be the perfect shade of bronze for the big day. Sunbeds are best used for a gradual tanning which builds up more slowly but lasts for as long as you keep topping it up, or for prolonging your tan post holiday. Another benefit of sunbeds is that your colour is all natural.

It's important to think about the pros and cons before you decide on a tanning method, and it's always important to protect yourself on sunbeds. At Bliss we encourage tanning sensibly and safely at all times. Whichever you choose, Bliss is here to help you keep that summer glow and feel fabulous all year round!

Fast tanning October Offer: 100 minutes for £19.95! Course share us available.

Click here to read more about tanning at Bliss

Do check our monthly offers regularly as we feature amazing deals on both sunbeds and spray tans.

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Bliss Baby 0113 275 2675

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VTU Sunbeds launching at Bliss Spa!

27 Jan 2020

VTU Sunbeds launching at Bliss Spa!

sunbeds leeds

We are very happy to announce that fast-tanning VTU sunbeds are launching at Bliss Spa, Otley Road, giving you the option to top up for tan at either Bliss Spa or Butcher Hill.

Our top of the line sunbeds are installed with ultra-fast tan tubes to get the rich colour you desire. Please be aware that our sunbeds are for over 18s only and safety is of the upmost importance to us. Please read our top tanning tips before you visit.

Undecided about whether the sunbeds are for you? Check out this blogger's review of sunbeds at Bliss, or read our blog post on sunbeds vs. spray tans to decide which option suits you.

Once you have a fabulous tan, from sunbeds or the sun, check out our top tips on how to make your tan last.

If things go south, and you still end up getting burnt, read our top tips on how to heal sunburnt skin.

Don't forget to check out our tempting January 2020 sale for the best deals on sunbeds and much more!

Buy online here.

For more information on tanning safely, don't hesitate to contact us.

Bliss Baby 0113 275 2675

Bliss West Park 0113 230 4305

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Sassy September Sale Deals

02 Sep 2019

Sassy September Sale Deals

August is over and as September rolls in it's back to school as thoughts turn to autumn. Don't let that get you down though - there's officially three weeks left of summer and we often enjoy the best weather in September! Not to mention there are plenty of HOT new trends in clothes, hair, make up, beauty, and more! And Bliss are here to bring you the latest, beginning with our brand new September sale deals to ensure a glam start to autumn for all of our fabulous Leeds ladies.

Here's what Bliss has in store this month...

Take lashes from natural to super natural with LVL! Created exclusively by Nouveau, this is the revolutionary natural lash treatment taking the beauty industry by storm. Instead of adding falsies make the most of your natural lashes with the length, volume and lift effect of LVL. Complete with a brow tint & shape to frame your stunning new lashes, and your choice of 2 week gel polish or a spray tan in your choice of shade.

lvl lashes leeds

Our gel polishes come in a huge variety of colours, from pastels to neons to dark and sultry, and everything in between. The one thing they all have in common is that they come from TOP premium gel polish brands, so you can guarantee high-quality results every time. Choose your perfect shade of 2-week gel for fingers and toes and complete with a brow tidy - you'd be amazing what a little waxing or tweezing from our pros can do!

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LVL, standing for length, volume and lift, is the revolutionary natural lash treatment from Nouveau. No need to add falsies - you have everything you need, your natural lashes just need a boost. Be prepared for results you never thought possible without adding falsies, and frame your gorgeous lashes with a brow tint & shape.

lvl lashes leeds

For the very best top of the range sunbeds with brand new tubes, look no further than Bliss. Not to mention, we're offering the best sunbed deal around this month with 100 minutes for only £19.95, plus enjoy a free tanning shot for accelerated results. Always take care and use goggles when using sunbeds. Over 18s only.

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Snap up a 3D lift and tightening facial at this unbelievable price before it's too late! treat yourself to younger looking skin without surgery. Call Spa for a free consultation if you want to know more. Complete with a fresh brow tint & shape for a stunning makeover.

3d lipo tightening facial leeds

Enjoy an instant hit of bold and beautiful lashes from leading brand Nouveau. Choose individual Nouveau lash extensions for a more natural everyday look, or opt if your motto is bigger is better, opt for glam Russian lashes. Nouveau has something to delight all clients. Enjoy a fresh brow reshape to frame your lashes.

nouveau and russian lashes leeds

Experience the ultimate in non-invasive weightloss with 3D lipo - the revolutionary treatment praised by celebs including Amy Childs and Katie Price. Save £££ with any size area for just £89 this month! Call Bliss Spa to arrange your free no obligation consultation where one of our experts will be more than happy to answer all of your questions.

3d lipo leeds

Our premium acrylics promise to add lashings of length and glamour to your nails. Choose the perfect shape to suit you. Plus enjoy a brow tint & shape for a fresh new look - you'd be amazing by the difference it can make with our talented therapists!

acrylic nails leeds

Shop all deals here.

FREE patch tests are required for LVL or HD Brows & ALL regular tint services ..
Call us to book your appointment.
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