First of all, make sure to “avoid toxins such as alcohol, smoke, and stress” leading up to your event, says Dr. Ferrin. These toxins will dry out your skin and cause it to break out.

Every day in the shower, exfoliate your body with a loofa and a gentle body scrub. If you have body or facial acne, follow up with a daily acne treatment to clear it up.

You can also use gradual self-tanner to build up a glow throughout the week (much safer than hitting the tanning bed).