I get a lot of questions about which airbrush gun I use to contour during spray tanning. My favorite is the Iwata Revolution Dual Action 2000 Series, which I've been using since the very beginning. This gun is nice and light, bottom-feeding, easy to control, and the output is a cone-shaped spray, not flat and fan-shaped like many HVLP systems produce. Since there are no straight lines in contouring, a fan-shaped spray produces an unrealistic, "stenciled" appearance that is hard to work … [Read more...]
Cosmopolitan UK Features Katie Quinn’s Reverse Contouring Tips
We're really excited that Cosmopolitan UK has featured our tricks for 'reverse contouring', a method of strategically removing self-tanner and using your own pale skin as a highlighter. Click through for the full step-by-step tutorial! Read more magazine articles and tips featuring Katie Quinn. Check out Katie's original product line of self-tanning tools. … [Read more...]
The Best Mobile Tanning Kit – Under $100!
I’ve literally dragged this kit across the world! It’s been pulled through the snow, hit by a wave, survived New York City subways, Hawaiian Humidity, and Paris Rain. I’ve even *gasp* checked my kit with airplane baggage! All of my airbrush guns were stolen though, so I don’t recommend this!! This kit is excellent for mobile tanning, but since it is slightly bigger than what you’re allowed to bring as a carry-on for most airlines, I recommend shipping it ahead of time to your destination, … [Read more...]
The Day After The Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show: The Biggest Workout Day Of The Year!
Ah, the day after the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show airs - aka the BIGGEST workout day of the year! Here are some great sites to get you started: Natalie Jill Fitness: Master Licensed Sports Nutritionist, celiac, fitness model, mom, and goal achievement specialist. She will help YOU reach your weight loss. Emily Reynolds: Clean Eating and Meal Planning and a balanced diet are crucial for a healthier lifestyle, sustainable health, fitness and wellness. Nicole Howard: Determining the … [Read more...]
Kona Tanning’s Katie Quinn Interviewed By VOGUE On Working With Victoria’s Secret Angels
VOGUE Australia has just posted this lovely article from a recent interview with Katie Quinn, Co-Founder and CEO of Kona Tanning Company. The article comes to us just after Australia bans the use of tanning beds! The article is titled What The Victoria's Secret Angels Are Really Like - Their Tanner Tells, and really gives you an idea of what it feels like to be backstage at the Academy Awards of Fashion Shows! "In hair and makeup, the girls are relaxed and they're all very easy-going. But, … [Read more...]
Sending Love To The Victoria’s Secret Angels Tonight!
Work it! Have Fun! Be Sexy! Questions? Ask us on our Facebook Page! Looking for the best spray tanning in Orange County for the Summer? Click HERE Twitter | Pinterest | Facebook KonaTanningCompany.com | OrangeCountyAirbrushTanning.com | MobileTanningDirectory.com … [Read more...]
Throwback BTS Featuring Behati Prinsloo, Shannan Click and Elyse Taylor – Body Makeup By Kona Katie
Today's #Throwback features pretty Behati Prinsloo, Shannan Click and Elyse Taylor for the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show 2009 - body makeup by Kona Katie. What do you think? Get your own perfect glow from home using the Kona Tanning Gradual Tanner: Questions? Ask us on our Facebook Page! Looking for the best spray tanning in Orange County for the Summer? Click HERE Spray Tanning for BRIDES Shop Kona Tanning's online … [Read more...]
Throwback Featuring Edita Vilkeviciute for Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show 2009
Edita Vilkeviciute for Victoria's Secret Fashion Show 2009 - body makeup by Kona Katie Today's #ThrowbackThursday features model Edita Vilkeviciute for the 2009 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show in New York City! Body makeup by Kona Katie using the Kona Tanning Gradual Tanner - great for all ethnicities. What do you think? Ask your spray tanner to carry the Kona Tanning House Blend - we ship worldwide! Questions? Ask us on our Facebook Page! Looking for the … [Read more...]
Throwback With Abbey Lee Kershaw for Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show – Body Makeup By Kona Tanning
Today's special #ThrowbackThursday features model Abbey Lee Kershaw for the 2009 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show! Body Makeup by Kona Katie for Kona Tanning Company. Get your own perfect glow from home using the Kona Tanning Gradual Tanner: Looking for the best spray tanning in Orange County for Spring Break? Click HERE Spray Tanning for BRIDES Shop Kona Tanning's online store www.konatanningcompany.com Follow us … [Read more...]
Throwback With Caroline Winberg – Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show 2009
Today's special #ThrowbackThursday features the incredibly beautiful Caroline Winberg at the 2009 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show - body makeup by Kona Katie! What a knockout!! Get the look from home with the Kona Tanning Gradual Tanner, and you've got a match fit for an angel! Questions? Ask us on our Facebook Page! Looking for the best spray tanning in Orange County for the Summer? Click HERE Spray Tanning for BRIDES Shop Kona … [Read more...]