Summer Sun Tips!

It's that time of year when everyone wants to get a nice dark tan. It pays to be careful in the sun for more than just health reasons. If you have a portrait coming up don't get too dark and don't burn. Use a high SPF sunblock if you're going to be in the sun for at least two weeks before your portrait if not every time you're out. If you want to appear darker in your portrait without risking burning just plan on wearing light colored clothing. Nothing will make your skin seem darker than a nice white or off-white shirt.

If you do get burned and have a portrait scheduled some redness can be airbrushed out, but peeling and flaking probably won't be easy to remove. Your best bet is to reschedule and stay out of the sun for about two weeks. This will allow your burn to dissipate some and even out for a more natural look.

Also keep tan lines in mind when choosing your portrait outfits. Don't wear a strapless shirt if you've been tanning all summer long in a tank top.