The clock is ticking, besties. The countdown to prom is officially underway. You've already picked out the prom dress of your dreams or prepped thee hottest prom suit, along with stashing an emergency kit in case anything goes wrong on the big night. Then there's hair, makeup, and of course, skincare. TBH, a flawless complexion sets the base for a 🔥 prom night glam. So while you sort out your look, get a jump on a skincare plan that'll ensure a smooth, clear canvas for whichever makeup slay you settle on.

Consider this an assist for your prom-related skincare questions and concerns. No matter if your routine is super-simple or if you're layering on tons of products after your #EverythingShower, there are expert-approved tips that can help you can take to your skin to the next level just in time for the big night. Speaking of experts, we've tapped Hyram and Dr. Andrea Suarez, two of YouTube's trusted skincare creators, to spill all the deets on what you should do to prep your skin for prom.

How should you prep skin a month before prom?

"Beginning your skin prep journey a month before prom will have you well on your way to healthy, glowy skin for your special night," Hyram says. The Selfless by Hyram creator suggests starting "by regularly exfoliating every other night to ensure your skin is glowy and free of dull, dead skin cells" and applying a skin hydrator "overnight to ensure your skin is properly moisturized well before the event." And, of course, no skincare advice is sound without dishing on sun protection, so Hyram recommends wearing sunscreen every day (before prom and beyond) and reapplying as directed.