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How to combine spa services
By Marcia Kilgore Kilgore is the founder and chief creative consultant of Bliss Spas in New York City, London, and opening soon at select W Hotels nationwide. In an ideal world, we could all lounge through our spa appointments, cocktail in hand. The reality is that we've got limited time for looking lovely. Multitasking is a good solution -- as long as you have realistic expectations. * Book in advance. Most spas can perform simultaneous services, if you plan ahead so the spa can reserve a larger room and enough technicians. You can ask for a last-minute leg wax during a facial, but if the aesthetician runs out of time, you might have to decide between a few blackheads or hairy thighs. * Combine wisely. A facial with a manicure and a pedicure is my favorite. If the mani/pedi begins at the same time as a 90-minute facial, it leaves 30 minutes for the polish to set. You can also get your nails ...