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Preparing for Prom

3 Steps to a Stress-free Evening

By Sue Marquette Poremba

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What about chaperoning prom events? Bob Keller and his wife, Rebecca, of New Hope, Minn., decided to chaperone their daughter's prom. "We're motivated to be involved parents," Keller says. However, he adds that his daughter didn't like the idea of having Mom and Dad at the prom. Fortunately for Keller, she didn't make a big deal about it.

Before volunteering to chaperone, parents should ask their teen's opinion. Some kids are fine with it, but for others, having their parents watching will spoil the evening. After all, as Best reminds us, the prom is an event for adolescents.

Get Gorgeous for Prom Night
Skincare Tips for Your Teen
by Jeanine B. Downie, M.D., of Image Dermatology P.C.
  • Try to avoid getting too stressed while preparing for the big night, as the effects can show up on your skin.
  • While busy looking for the perfect outfit, accessories, date, etc., don't neglect your skin.
  • For kissable lips, go ahead, lay on the lip gloss! But avoid going over the lip line; this can block pores and cause blemishes on your perfect pout.
  • Be sure to use oil-free make up and skincare products that won't clog pores and cause breakouts.
  • If you have acne or a history of acne, try to use cosmetics sparingly.
  • Keep hair away from your face. Some hair care products can trigger a breakout.
  • Hands off! Never squeeze or "pop" your pimples. This can result in acne scars.
  • Stash a portable benzoyl peroxide acne treatment like Triaz Pads in your evening bag in case you feel a pimple coming on.
  • If you use acne medication such as benzoyl peroxide, use an oil-free moisturizer with SPF to protect skin from the sun and to counteract the drying effects.
  • Cleanse skin after sport activities to avoid breakouts brought on by sweat, headgear, chin straps, etc.

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