Iceland's most tanned personalities revealed
Translated from Icelandic, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- The article highlights several Icelanders known for their consistently tanned complexions.
- Various methods are mentioned, including natural tanning, self-tanning products, and sunbeds.
- The piece profiles individuals like businessman รsgeir Kolbeinsson and influencer Sunneva Eir Einarsdรณttir, noting their dedication to maintaining a sun-kissed look.
As summer arrives in Iceland, a noticeable trend emerges: a select group of well-known Icelanders consistently sport a sun-kissed glow, regardless of the season. The article "Teniu sรณlbrรบnustu รslendingarnir" (The Ten Tanned Icelanders) from Morgunblaรฐiรฐ explores this phenomenon, showcasing individuals who have mastered the art of maintaining a tanned appearance.
Among those highlighted is businessman รsgeir Kolbeinsson, described as a "tanning king." Even when sunbathing was less fashionable, Kolbeinsson maintained a tanned look, famously celebrating his 50th birthday in Tenerife. His enduring commitment to a bronzed complexion is noted, even with his red hair.
Influencer Sunneva Eir Einarsdรณttir is also featured for her skillful use of self-tanning products. She consistently achieves a look as if she has just returned from a long holiday, without any signs of sunburn. Heiรฐrรบn Lind Marteinsdรณttir, CEO of SFS, is noted for her naturally tanned skin, which appears even when she avoids direct sun exposure.
The article also mentions interior stylist Leifur Welding, investor Heiรฐar Guรฐjรณnsson, and former politician รrni Pรกll รrnason, all of whom are recognized for their perpetually tanned complexions. Guรฐmundur Birkir Pรกlmason, a chiropractor and influencer known as Gummi kรญrรณ, is also included in the list, celebrated for his attention to appearance, including his summer skin tone.
Originally published by Morgunblaรฐiรฐ in Icelandic. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.