Skin-Care SOS: Why Does My Acne Get Worse During Performances?

Does stage makeup cause acne? I’ve had breakouts throughout my teens and 20s, but they get worse during performances. What can I do? —Faceful of Pimples, Las Vegas, NV Pimples form when hair follicles get clogged with excess oil and dead skin. Wearing heavy makeup worsens this situation by clogging your pores even more. Demanding […]

How to Prevent Body Acne When You're Sweating All Day

As a dancer, you probably spend the majority of your time donning a leotard and sweating it out in the studio. But constantly wearing tight, sweaty fabrics can take a toll on your skin. “Body acne is caused by the same factors that trigger acne on the face: overactive oil glands, dead skin cells that […]