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My name is Kristen, and I'm seventeen years old.

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Ok Well im going back to school on wenseday and i have this huge pimple on my face! i poped it but its still there i dont know what to do help!!!!!!

Buy an acne cream with salicyic acid in it. If the pimple has not gone away, use a coverup. Green concealer will take away redness. Good luck.

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Hey All!
Homecoming is a way away, but I am currious. I have never gone to a dance before. My boyfriend and I are going to most of the dances at both of our schools this year, because it is his senior year. I already have a dress for Prom. and it is floor length. I wore it in a wedding.

So, is homecoming like prom at all? Do you get an almost to the floor dress? a knee length? what? What are good colors?

Is it a huge deal? How much should one spend on a homecoming dress.

What about shoes?

its in September or October. (I cannot remember!)

thanks so much in advance.
I'll rate and leave feedback!
-SLeK-

I know in my school, homecoming is NOT a big deal at all. It's definitely not as formal as prom is. Probably just a knee length dress would be better, with some cute heels. The best thing to do is ask around, see what people normally wear. As for a purse, it really depends on your outfit. But you probably only need a wristlet or a clutch, a little handbag at the most.

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sport finder
i go to a school where sports mean alot..i have tried a bunch of differnet sports..but none of them work for me..i am tring to stay in shape..but i havent as much since i quit my last sport..i really want to try out for a sport this year..any ideas of which one i should pick..i'm not to good at sports ..but i'm detirmned to do this!

If you are very good at running, then try something along the lines of soccer or track. Then there's softball or baseball and basketball, which also require some running. There is also volleyball or tennis. You have many options; just pick the one you think you would like the best. Ask friends who have been on the teams before what they think.

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Ok i like this dude we call Mouse. My "friend" Gail is totally obsessed with him and loves him to death and has for like 4 years. The thing is, they have never went out, and he can't stand her! he told me and all his friends earlier that he can't stand her cuz she tries to control who he likes and who he dates and she freaks out on anyone he likes or dates so that they get scared off. then he told me on the way home that he likes me and yea i defenitly like him ...a lot! and anyways, Gail said that she isn't going to stop me if i wanna go out with him and that she won't get mad at me. but Louann says that since Gail is my friend I shouldn't go out with Mouse. and that if I did go out with Mouse then she (Louann) would get mad at me and either hurt me or not talk to me (unless its yelling) ever again. but yea, i really really really really like Mouse.....how can i get Louann to accept that me and Mouse wanna go out???

Just talk to her, tell her what Gail said and tell her how you feel. If she doesn't accept it, then oh well. You really don't need her approval to go out with him.

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my hair is SOOOOO frizzy, i cant stand it anymore. how can i get it to stop frizzing so much? is there a good shampoo/conditioner etc.?

will rate high!!
~thanx

I would suggest Frizz-Ease by John Frieda. I've heard very good reviews about it.

There is also a Frizz-Ease shampoo, and a review of it is here: http://www.epinions.com/content_173123669636.

http://www.epinions.com/John_Frieda_Frizz-Ease_Smooth_Start_Corrective_Shampoo_Shiner

Good luck.

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I put eyeliner on the bottom lid. The pencil stuff smears so I decided to use liquid. Well with the liquid stuff, I put it on the skin-colored barrier between the skin and the red part right above the eyelash. Does liquid eyeliner ever dry? How long does it take to dry?

Liquid eyeliner eventually does dry, I'm not sure of an exact time because I don't use it. I would say about 5-10 minutes though; I've had friends use it before.

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i think that i am starting to have feelings for my best guy friend. he seems flirty towards me but i dont know if it is cause he likes me or cause we are such good friends...i dont know what to do.
THANKS!!

It's possible that he likes you, but you should definitely think about things before you have a more serious relationship with him. If you two are good friends, you don't want to ruin that relationship.

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i sweat alot in my armpits. im not doing any hard activity just relaxed. i would go to school or even talk on the fone and i would start sweating. this is reallllllllyyyyyyyy embarassing me. i use deordant and stuff. i cant wear normal clothes woithout them getting all sweaty. i need to know if theres anything out there that i can get from the drugstore.
~A.E~

Try many different types of deodorant to see if they work for you. Some kinds to try would be Adidas, Ban, Dri Idea, and Secret. If none of them work, there is kind called Certain Dri. There are some reviews of it here: http://www.rateitall.com/i-23049-certain-dri-anti-perspirant.aspx.
As always, ask your parents before starting something like that. Maybe you also want to visit a doctor beforehand, also.

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this is so weird! i have the biggest pimple you could ever imagine, on the back of my thigh! i have no idea why its there, but it hurts, what can i do to make it go away? i have to wear shorts on friday for cheer practice! how can i make it go away? and why is it there?

I wouldn't suggest popping it, because there's an increased risk of infection if you do. Try putting an acne cream on it, and don't pick at it. You can also put some ice on it to help with the redness. I really don't know why it's there.. it sometimes just happens.

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ok so im matured (and beyond ;)) but i still havent had my period. my friend has and shes like "oh you shave your armpits? i dont have to yet" nd all this other stuff like so shes not matured as much as me but yet i KNOW she has it! hmmmmm. . .?

13/f

It doesn't matter if she isn't as matured as you are. Everyone's body is different.

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ok. i have this boyfriend who i really like. thing is other people dont like him. well some people do but most people just dont. and im sick and tired of hearing this people. and i just feel like punchin them sometimes because if a friends of mine had a boyfriend that i dont like i dont go around saying it. PLEASE help do something about this. im so confused :(

Who cares what they say? If you like him, then nothing else should matter. The next time they tell you that they don't like your boyfriend, just say OK and move on with your life. Don't give them attention that they want. Eventually, they're just going to get bored that you aren't responding.

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Hey all. I would love to start a new club...maybe even two because my middle school doesn't have a lot of clubs and the clubs that are available aren't really good. I would like to start National Junior Honor society and/ or Dance Company where we travel to places sometimes to perform or watch broadways, take dance lessons and stuff like that. I was thinking that the money from the fundraisers we organize in the National Junior Honor Society will go to the fee of the trips (transportaions, hotel, etc.). Does anybody know how long it will take to get these clubs developed, and how can I spead the word to get people to join? Thanks!

Those sound like great ideas. They will take a while to get up and running. You need to get permission, find a teacher willing to get involved, get the money, ect. To spread the word, you should put up flyers around school and see if you can pput announcements over the PA system in the morning/afternoon announcements. Good luck!

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I have been on my period for a year and a half. And my boobs are still pretty small. Does anyone have any idea when they think my boobs will actually start growing? cuz i need to kno. If you are helpful. I will RATE YOU HIGH! PROMISE!!!!!

It depends on your body. Everyone is different, and no one will be able to tell you for sure when you'll start growing.

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I seriously need some help.. last night my little sister (10) must have gotten a hold of some scissors because my hair is completely chopped... the night before last I colored her hair green (shes a bleach blonde) and I guess she did that to get me back.... WHAT DO I DO?!?!! my hair is so short and uneven... it was down by my lower back...any help would be appriciated!

Go to the salon and get your hair cut and evened out.

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Hey guys I was wondering does anyone know that website, it is just for teens and its free samples to like certain stores, and it gives away free things that just came out and the companys want opioins on..I'll rate 5's for a good site or 2

http://www.teenfreeway.com

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13/f

hey, umm, yeah...i haven't really been sleeping the past 2 weeks...and now, i'm starting to get headaches-like frequently...

this has never happened before, and like i just wanted to know if this is semi-normal or if something's wrong w/ me.

also, i'm postitive that its not like PMS or anything having to do with my period...it just started randomly happening...and plus, i've had it for like almost 4 years now...s0o0o, yeah...help?!

You're sleep deprived, that's why you're getting headaches. If you're having trouble sleeping, try just relzing an hour or two before you go to bed, and don't watch TV or listen to loud music. If you are really having problems, you should go see your doctor.

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I am just wondering if anyone has used the Jergens lotion that has a hint of self tanner, so that over time you get a natural looking tan? If so, does it really work? Any tips?

Yeah, it works pretty well. Just make sure you apply it very evenly, let it dry, and wash your hands afterward, or else you'll have orangey hands.

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Alot things have happened to me lately..my parents split..my dad moved out..and my friendships are coming and going. I'm depressed. How do i get over this?

I know what you're going through right now. I basically went through the same thing. Try going to a therapist and talk about how you're feeling right now. Try to just not think about it too much; realize your life might get a little better. If you need someone to talk to, feel free to contact me. xo- Kristen

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I'm a very experienced actor. I've been acting since I was 7 and I've been in two proffesional shows, "Les Miserables" and "The Phantom" (a 70's musical version of the phantom of the opera, the andrew lloyd webber show was based off this). Now I'm about to be in the Wizard of Oz. Ok, so we had our auditions. I wanted to be the West Witch/Almira Gultch REALLY badly, so I practiced and studied the show and the movie and the witch like hell. Soon the auditions came and I gave it all out. By all the other girls, I was the very best, everyone thought I was going to get the part. Then the cast list came out. And well what do you know! I didn't get it. a BOY who auditioned for the scarecrow got it! I'm just a human set piece (to be specific, a tree, a flower, and a tornado dancer) and the Lion's haircutter. I'm really sad and upset. And the boy didn't even WANT to be the Witch! I've never been good at auditions, and this was my first perfect audition and I got the smallest part I've ever had in my life! How can I deal with this?! What can I do?! Can someone help me? and please don't say "every role is important" I've been told that a million times by our director. sorry this was long but I'm really sad

My friends at dance have had this happen to them before. I know you're upset and everything, but you really shouldn't be. Just know you did your best.
The director just was looking for something else, and found it in that boy. Talk to the director, and try to find out what you can improve on next time. See if you can understudy the part, or ask if he needs help with his lines. Try to take this as a learning experience. Either way, you're going to have fun being in the show. You just can't let it ruin your time. If you need to talk more, feel free o send me a message or IM me anytime.

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yeah I know the slogan is really cheesy (oragami is the art of folding paper hairagami is the art of folding hair) but the product is really cool. where can you get it (not online)???? I can't seem to find it anywhere! It's not at longs of safeway! pleez someone help me!!!

I think I've seen them at Claire's before. Try looking there.

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