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How To Get A Great Facial.(Interview)

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| May 01, 2008 | Litke, Cara; Pergament, Danielle; Trench, Brooke Le Poer; Miller, Jen A. | COPYRIGHT 2008 All rights reserved. Reproduced by permission of The Condé Nast Publications Inc. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan.  All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group. (Hide copyright information)Copyright

Byline: INTERVIEWS BY CARA LITKE, DANIELLE PERGAMENT, BROOKE LE POER TRENCH, AND JEN A. MILLER

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An Interview With Tina S. Alster

Alster is a clinical professor of dermatology at Georgetown University Medical Center.

A facial can make or break your skin. In my practice, I've seen many women who have had great results--and others who experienced breakouts and even infections. Keep a few rules in mind and your skin will glow.

Choose wisely. It's important to go to a spa that takes skin care seriously. Be wary of nail-salon menus that say "We also offer facials." And always make sure that the aesthetician is licensed--ask specifically as you book the appointment. When you arrive, take a few minutes to scope things out. It's crucial that the equipment and space are pristine. To be extra safe, ask the aesthetician not to use tools. People break out after facials because of bacteria on lancets or steam machines that weren't sterilized.

Talk it out. If you have cystic acne or rosacea, you should avoid facials altogether. Before you let anyone touch your face, ...

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