July
1,
2009
Expert Beauty Tips
Now more than ever, skin is IN! Is yours at its absolute best? With these Expert Beauty Tips, our pros have absolutely all of your skin concerns under control. Oily skin? Nothing to worry about. Facials? Easy! Getting your perfect skin is just around the corner.
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- Sensitive Skin
- Damaged Skin
- Large Pores
- Redness
- Facial Hair
- Blackheads
- Wrinkle Prevention
- Wrinkles
- Under Eye Puffiness
- Acne
- Under-Eye Circles
- Blemishes
- Oily Skin
- Dry Lips
- Inflammation
- Brown Spots
- Stretch Marks
- Facials
- Freckles
- Eye Creams
- Too Many Products
- Sunburns
- Daily Sunscreen
- Acne Scars
- Chapped Lips
- Scaly Skin
- Dull Skin
- Skin Lightening
Facials
By Ying Chu
Q: Are facials a must to maintain great skin? If so, how often should I get one? And, is a fancy spa better than the cheap salon?
A: I don't think a facial is a necessity if you follow a good, regular skincare regimen: Cleanse twice daily, moisturize, wear SPF, and exfoliate a few times a week. That said, if you feel like your skin is looking dull or a little uneven, a facial is a good way to freshen up. The most expensive facials aren't always the best ones, though you do want to see someone who is very experienced. You don't want a novice doing painful extractions on your skin that could lead to scarring. Ask your friends for recommendations—or just go to a local spa and ask to speak to the facialist. Ask as many questions as you'd like—about the procedure and the products used; you want to feel comfortable with this person. In terms of frequency, once every six to eight weeks is generally enough.
A: I don't think a facial is a necessity if you follow a good, regular skincare regimen: Cleanse twice daily, moisturize, wear SPF, and exfoliate a few times a week. That said, if you feel like your skin is looking dull or a little uneven, a facial is a good way to freshen up. The most expensive facials aren't always the best ones, though you do want to see someone who is very experienced. You don't want a novice doing painful extractions on your skin that could lead to scarring. Ask your friends for recommendations—or just go to a local spa and ask to speak to the facialist. Ask as many questions as you'd like—about the procedure and the products used; you want to feel comfortable with this person. In terms of frequency, once every six to eight weeks is generally enough.
