Hi ladies,
Regular exercise increases blood circulation which in turn would make your skin glow, but some of us find ourselves getting acne post workouts. This post will help you in avoiding that pesky breakouts after your fulfilling workout routines.
1. Keep your hands away from your face:
Keep your hands away from your face during a workout. Gym equipment can be laden with so many bacteria and so much of dirt, so do not touch your face with your hands. Use a towel to wipe the sweat off their face and chest.
2. Workout without makeup:
Makeup when mixed with sweat can clog the pores which can lead to breakouts, blackheads, whiteheads, irritation and redness on the face. So avoid using any kind of makeup while you workout.
3. Cleanse after your workout:
Cleansing the skin immediately after working out is the most crucial step to preventing workout-related breakouts. Sweat in addition to any bacteria that you might have collected on your skin during your workout is the perfect breeding ground for acne formation so always cleanse your skin thoroughly after your workout.
4. Exfoliate more often:
If you are working out regularly, then it also means you are sweating regularly too which can lead to clogged pores and formation of acne. Try to exfoliate your skin twice or thrice a week with a gentle scrub.
5. Dry brushing for your body:
Our body is also susceptible to breakouts, so you can try dry brushing, which is really helpful in preventing back acne. Use a brush that is not too harsh on the skin with not too harsh bristles.
6. Use a toner with salicylic acid:
If you are not able to cleanse your face after a workout, then you can use salicylic acid-based toner or facial wipes right after finishing the workout to clean away dirt and prevent breakouts and inflammation.
7. Let your skin breathe:
If you suffer from frequent body breakouts, then you need to have a look at the kind of clothes you are wearing during your workouts. Avoid tight-fitting clothing and go for moisture-wicking fabrics that help absorb moisture but don’t hold onto it.
8. Wear a hat during outdoor workouts:
If you do your workouts outside, then wear a cotton hat for your skin’s safety. Keep a bottle of refreshing facial mist handy and spritz it on your face whenever necessary.
9. Use an oil-free moisturizer:
Instead of going for heavyweight moisturisers, use an oil-free gel or water-based moisturizer which is light on the skin and won’t clog your pores pre and post workout.
10. Try a tea tree oil spot treatment:
If you still get any pimple here and there, then you can spot treat them by tea tree oil. You can dab the oil directly with a cotton swab on your pimples. This could be really effective as tea tree oil has anti-microbial properties and has been shown to kill acne-causing bacteria.
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