Potential Magazine Feb/March 2013 | Page 23

a mom’s advice: a dad’s advice: Let your girls know they are your treasure and that there is no dress that can make them any more beautiful than they already are. They are enough. -Ruthie Carlson, I invite my daughter’s date to breakfast to get to know them and let them know my expectations (mainly no drinking!).  If they had anything in mind, this would generally stop it. -Tim Chambliss, (mother of 5, from juniors to college grads) the image by Bryan Carter (father of 3 daughters and 2 sons) keep that look all night DETAILS Use a face primer and lid primer before applying makeup. Put a mirrored powder compact and lipstick/gloss in a clutch to freshen up throughout the night. Help your kids plan and be ready for their big night. We asked the experts at L’Esprit Salon Da’ Spa in Montgomery for tips, tricks and the timing for skincare services. skincare treatments A Teen Facial will help clear any skin problems and give glowing skin for the night of the dance. Plan ahead! Book facials two weeks prior to the big day. Schedule Brow Waxing at least one week prior and Airbrush tans should be scheduled two days before. The shape of the face determines whether or not you should wear your hair up or down. For square and oblong faces: wear your hair half way up or down with loose curls. For oval and heart shaped faces: wear your hair up. If you are wearing your hair down, do loose wavy curls or curls that look natural. If you are wearing your hair up, wear it loosely pulled back with soft curls, or even in a low elegant bun. im add SHINE 1 Carry some sparkle. 2 Dress your digits. makeup tips Make sure to keep your makeup balanced. The heavier the eye makeup, the lighter you should go on your blush. Choose your lip color wisely. If you use a smokey eye, choose a less vibrant lip color. This will allow your eyes to stand out more. Use a bronzer to contour the shape of your face; follow with a shimmer dust for a more glamorous appeal. ridal vid’s b of da image by Bryan Carter hairstyle tips tesy our age c 3 A metallic or neon clutch adds glitz and glam to any outfit. A great way to sho