With a collection of smart technologies, which minimise odor and provide 72 hour skin hydration, combined with certified organic ingredients, Vita Liberata is the most natural and skin caring tan available. It treats the skin while tanning it, promising a flawless fade with no scaling or patching.

Tinted self tan contains a bronzing guide so you achieve immediate color on the skin. It allows you to see your tan as you apply, making application extra easy. At the same time, the tanning agent DHA will work over 4-8 hours to develop your lasting color, that remains on the skin following showering. Untinted self tan applies to the skin completely clear. It then develops over 4-8 hours.

The main active tanning ingredient used in Vita Liberata tanners is Dihydroxyacetone (also known as DHA), which is derived from organic sugar beet. Vita Liberata’s DHA is combined with pure natural and organic ingredients that condition and nourish the skin while tanning it. The DHA reacts chemically with the amino acids found in the upper epidermis (top layer) of the skin. An individual’s level of amino acids will dictate the final result of their self tan application. DHA should be left to develop on the skin between 4-8 hours for optimum results.

We recommend carrying out a patch test 24 hours prior to applying any tanning product for the first time. Apply a small amount of the self tan behind the ear and leave for 24 hours. Although DHA allergies are extremely rare, if any adverse reactions occur such as redness, swelling or itching, avoid using the self tan and seek medical advice if it continues. If no reaction occurs then it is fine to proceed with a full body application.

pHenomenal Mousse Tan will lasts longer than regular tans (2-3 weeks with reapplication) while the rest of our collection will last 4-7 days. To achieve the best results, prep your skin by exfoliating with Super Fine Skin Polish and use Moisture Boost Body Treatment daily following your tan application to maintain it.

Absolutely! As they contain natural ingredients and are deeply hydrating, all Vita Liberata tans are gentle enough for use on the face. We also have a Self Tanning Anti Age Serum, which is designed specifically for delicate facial skin, and contains even more hydrating ingredients than our body tans and less DHA so they can be used regularly to maintain a subtle glow.

To get perfect ‘beach feet’ and natural looking hands, tan these areas last, using only the residue of product left on your tanning mitt. Only tan the top of your feet and hands (imagine where the sun would hit on the beach). The use a dry cloth to buff the edges of your hands and feet to blend the tan into the non-tanned areas.

Ideally you should achieve the depth of color desired and then shower before going into a pool. This usually takes between 6-8 hours. Once your tan has developed you can swim but sea water and chlorinated pools may result in your tan fading more quickly.

Yes, you can still get a suntan and potentially sunburn through our self tans. We recommend also using a product with SPF to protect your skin from harmful UVA and UVB rays.

Mousse is super fast drying on the skin and very easy to apply. Lotion is very hydrating and perfect for dry skin.

For best results we advise to shave at least 24 hours before applying the tan.

You can apply moisturizer once the tan has fully developed and showered off. It is important to use an oil free moisturizer as some essential oils can act as a barrier in the tan developing.

We advise a light shade for a ‘few days in the sun’ glow, medium for ‘a week in the sun’ glow and dark for a ‘2 week in the sun’ glow.

We advise to use a self tan lotion as this is highly moisturizing and hydrating on the skin.

No, our products don’t streak but make sure you prep the skin well before use, exfoliate and don’t moisturize. Use a mitt for best results.

With the exception of our new HEAVENLY ELIXIR, which has a cocoa scent, all of our tanning products are designed to be low in odour.

Vita Liberata is manufactured in accordance with the Cosmetics Regulations 1223/2009 and the Cosmetics Products (Safety) Directive 2008 and adhere strictly to this Regulation and Directive respectively. With regards to Gluten – although we do not intentionally use Gluten based ingredients in our products we cannot say for certain that traces of these ingredients are not in our products (e.g. raw material suppliers may well process their ingredients in a factory that does have Gluten). We do advise a patch test prior to use of all our products.

Our products are individually assessed for consumer safety and achieve all regulatory standards. While there is no concerning data to advise adverse reactions during maternity conditions, we do not encourage applying our products during these times. Each individual is unique and body changes are expected through maternity, extra care and considerations should be taken.

We do recommend if further advice is needed to consult a medical professional.

Each skin type is different so we advise to carry out a patch test 24 hours before applying the tan.

Yes, because our products contain ingredients such as aloe vera, which has natural soothing properties, licorice which is anti-inflammatory and ginkgo biloba which is anti-bacterial they are suitable to use with these skin conditons. In addition, the moisture locking properties in our tans ensure dry skin remains hydrated.

Both physical and chemical exfoliants work to remove dulling surface cells for a brighter, smoother surface.

Physical exfoliants use friction together with grains or particles to mechanically remove dead skin cells. This can be achieved through a brush or gentle abrasive ingredients such as Corn Cob Meal, Rice Bran or Oatmeal. Depending on the amount of friction or massage over the skin and the nature of the abrasive, results may vary. Steer clear of scrubs made from ground-up fruit pits or nut shells, which actually scratch and irritate skin.

Chemical exfoliants smooth skin by dissolving the intercellular “glue” surrounding the skin cells. Chemical exfoliants can also dissolve the cornified cell. Hydroxy acids like Lactic and Salicylic Acid, Retinol, and enzymes are a few examples of chemical exfoliants.

SKINICIAN’S Professional exfoliation treatments are a great way to resurface, smooth, and brighten skin. They can help diminish the appearance of fine lines and hyperpigmentation.

Before: Professional exfoliation treatments will begin with a professional double cleansing to remove all traces of oil, make-up and debris.

During: Based upon the results of your SKINICIAN analysis, your professional skin therapist will choose chemical or physical exfoliants, or both, to deliver the desired result. If you experience any discomfort during the treatment, alert your professional skin therapist immediately. Professional exfoliation products contain stronger and higher active ingredients, so some tingling is often expected.

After: Exfoliation, especially with hydroxy acids, may increase your sensitivity to the sun. For this reason, we recommend use of SPF 30 for at least 7 days after any Hydroxy Acid treatment.
Your SKINICIAN professional skin therapist will also prescribe an at-home regimen to help you maintain the results.

While exfoliation is recommended for almost every skin condition, there are times when you shouldn’t exfoliate.

Skin that has been recently sunburned or has had any facial hair removal treatments should not be exfoliated. Never exfoliate over open wounds or cuts.
If you have a sensitised skin condition, exfoliation may further compromise your skin’s natural protective barrier. It is important to follow the advice of your skin therapist when exfoliation is a part of your professional treatment and home care regime.

If you are experiencing ongoing skin breakouts, contact a Professional SKINICIAN Therapist for advice.

here are many causes behind the formation of spots and breakouts.
Stress, excess oil, excess skin cells, bacteria, hormonal fluctuations, and genetics are all factors that can contribute to acne.

Working with your professional skin therapist, you can help control the factors that contribute to acne. Through your SKINICIAN analysis, professional treatment and advised skincare regime, your professional skin therapist can help regulate sebaceous glands, promotes exfoliation to help shed skin cells to prevent clogging of the follicle, kill acne-causing bacteria, help soothe inflammation associated with breakouts and reduces stress.

No. New information actually reveals that toothpaste can stimulate breakouts on your chin and around the mouth. Dermatologists say that heavily flavoured toothpaste, and or toothpaste with high levels of fluoride, can cause breakouts to arise.

If you can, quickly make an appointment with your professional skin therapist, who can determine if your breakout is a blackhead, and can subsequently extract it. If you have a non-blackhead breakout, your professional skin therapist can treat it with professional treatment room tools.

Don’t pick or squeeze as this will only cause more inflammation making your breakout more visible. Cleanse affected area and apply SKINICIAN Purifying Mask, this will absorb excess oils and promote healing. Once the mask is removed, follow with the SKINICIAN Advanced Calming Serum to reduce swelling redness and pain.

Whiteheads and blackheads are considered non-inflammatory lesions.

A blackhead is a clogged follicle opening containing oil and dead cells. Blackheads are not a sign of dirty or unclean skin. They are blocked follicles that have an opening to the skin’s surface, making them exposed to air, triggering oxidisation which makes it change in colour.

A whitehead, also known as a closed comedone, is not open and has barely any or no exposure to air. Because air cannot reach the follicle, the debris inside the pore does not oxidize and change colour.

Sunbathing is never good for the skin. Bathing in the sun to clear breakouts can worsen them and intensify your chances of long-term scarring and hyper pigmentation / dark spots. They may clear momentarily, due to a slight drying of the skin, however this is only temporary as the skin will produce more oil to compensate, possibly leading to further breakouts.

90% of skin ageing is completely within our control, so the appearance and signs of ageing can be minimised and further skin ageing can be controlled. New scientific research has uncovered ingredients that work on a biochemical level to control it, minimising current signs of skin ageing and in some cases reverse both chronological and photo induced ageing. Some of these ingredients include antioxidant vitamins C and E, Glucosamine, peptides, Lactic Acid, Retinyl Palmitate, and of course, daily use of an SPF. Speak with your professional SKINICIAN therapist about a customised regime to help control the signs of skin ageing.

Free radicals are responsible for skin ageing in the form of wrinkles, a breakdown in collagen, elastin and inflammation.
Also known as Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS), free radicals are highly reactive, unstable molecules that attack and steal from stable molecules.

Unstable means the free radicals don’t have an even number of electrons, and are constantly in search of an extra electron to steal to become stable. For every free radical that “steals” from a stable molecule, another free radical is formed, causing a cascade of free radical formations.
Fortunately, antioxidants (Vitamins C and E) can help stop the free radical cascade and control this trigger of skin ageing.

Collagen is an important protein produced in the body that connects, supports, and helps give firmness and strength to the body’s tissues.
By the time we are about 30 years old, we will start to lose 1% of collagen with each subsequent birthday. Collagen production slows as we age, which impacts the skin’s ability to repair itself, triggering a loss of elasticity.
Because of collagen’s role in firmer, taut skin, many skin ageing products include ingredients that help stimulate collagen production.

Dry skin refers to skin that’s lacking in oil. Dehydrated skin is characterized by a lack of moisture in the Stratum corneum, the outermost layer of the epidermis.

Traditionally, the Stratum corneum cells are about 10% water. Anything below that is classified as a dehydrated skin condition. Dehydration is a lack of water in skin and can even be experienced by those with oily skin. Whether you’re suffering from dryness or dehydration, your professional SKINICIAN therapist can advise a regimen to help keep skin healthy.

The natural process of ageing, environment and lifestyle choices can impact your skin’s level of dryness.
As we age, the activity of sebaceous (oil) glands begins to slow. Ageing may also cause blood flow to skin to decrease, causing a drop in oil production, or you could even be suffering from dehydration.

Cold winds and cold temperatures can dry out skin, which is why you may notice “seasonal” dryness. This also applies to air conditioning and forced air heating. Warm, dry air acts like a sponge, soaking up moisture from everything it touches.
Prolonged exposure to sun can also cause water evaporation from skin and contribute to dryness.

One word: genetics
Because you are genetically programmed to have larger and more productive sebaceous (oil) glands.

Moisturisers are vital to every skin care regimen, regardless of skin condition.
An oily skin can be dehydrated, and will need hydration from a moisturizer: this is because dehydration is a lack of water in the skin layers, not a lack of oil. The activity of oil glands can still be normal, or even overactive, in a dehydrated skin. Often times, dehydration in an oily skin can also lead to higher production of oil, so keeping skin hydrated with an oil-free moisturiser can help control overactive sebaceous glands.

Exfoliation can be especially helpful to those with oily skin.
In addition to smoothing, improving skin tone and enhancing skin’s receptiveness of oil-controlling ingredients, exfoliation helps rid oily skin of dulling skin cells to help keep skin clear.

Not necessarily. While oily skin is a precursor to the cascade of events that lead to breakouts, it doesn’t mean that you will start experiencing breakouts.

Generally as you get older the oil glands shrink and produce less oil, so yes, your skinmaybecome less oily.

Sensitised skin exhibits the same symptoms and triggers as sensitive skin.

Sensitised skin can affect anyone of any age, skin condition and any race, and occurs when the skins barrier has been damaged.

People with genetically sensitive skin tend to have a fair skin with a fine skin texture and the  skin struggles to produce its natural protective barrier.

Environmental factors, ageing and lifestyle choices can all increase skin sensitisation.

Cold winds and low temperatures, sun exposure, pollution, and chemical exposure in cleaning and household products can irritate and dry out skin, depriving it of lipids and moisture between cells that keep the protective layer of the skin intact. Without these substances, skin is left unprotected from bacteria and irritant invasion and moisture is drawn out.

As we age, cell turnover and renewal times slow, which has a knock on effect on barrier formation (the lipid bi layer that protects us from the environment). Reduced barrier formation leaves this skin vulnerable to irritants.

Low-fat and or no-fat diets can deprive our bodies of skin-friendly Essential Fatty Acids (EFAs) that help protect against water loss within cells and can even help prevent dryness (remember, dryness is a precursor to sensitised skin).

Over-cleansing, over-exfoliation or shaving without a protective medium can also weaken the skin’s barrier function, leading to skin sensitisation.
If you’ve recently switched skin care or make-up products, take note: they could contain artificial fragrances and colours known to aggravate and increase skin sensitisation. Speak with your professional SKINICIAN therapist to find out if your current regime is causing your sensitivity.

Only your professional skin therapist can determine if exfoliation is right for your skin condition through a SKINICIAN analysis.
More than likely, gentle exfoliation will be beneficial to the health of skin.

Rosacea is reddened patches; and or bumps on the skin.
It’s believed that rosacea is caused by an underlying genetic condition involving an over active vascular and immune response; however, the medical community remains unsure of its cause. Rosacea first shows on skin as reddened areas that come and go when a stimulus is present, but can progress into a permanently red condition with possible pimples and breakouts.

Only a skin care professional can tell you if you have rosacea, or are suffering with skin sensitivity/sensitisation. However, there are steps you can take to help control flare-ups. Take note of what stimulates flare-ups (extreme weather, stress, strenuous exercise, alcohol, and some foods).

Stay away from products with artificial fragrances or colours and wear sunscreen anytime skin is exposed to daylight. Also keep alcohol consumption to a minimum and don’t over-cleanse or excessively scrub skin.