While exercise can add a healthy glow to your skin, it can also be a potential trigger for breakouts and other skin irritations. Keep your skin clear by implementing these helpful habits.

Use non-comedogenic makeup

Keeping your skin clear starts before you even begin to exercise. Regular makeup blocks the pores and prevents most of the sweat from coming out, causing it to build up under the skin. In turn, bacteria grows causing your skin to break out. Instead, invest in non-comedogenic makeup like MakeSense® Original or Advanced Anti-Aging Foundation to keep your skin breathable and your pores clear. For those who prefer to remove their makeup before working out, you can use Fooops!® SenseCosmetics®Color Removing Wipes to quickly remove makeup without stripping moisture from your skin.

Wear loose clothing made from natural fibers

Although spandex and other synthetic materials are common components of trendy workout clothes, opt for natural fibers if you’re prone to breakouts and skin irritations. Look for natural fabrics like hemp or cotton and be sure to take off your sweaty clothes as soon as you can after a workout to avoid accumulating dirt and sweat on your skin. Before putting clean clothes on, jump in the shower to wash away those impurities.

Wipe down gym equipment

While the gym is a great place to get fit and healthy, it can also be a breeding place for bacteria, which, as mentioned previously, can trigger post-workout breakouts. Even if the staff members at your gym regularly wipe down the equipment, it’s best to clean whichever piece of equipment you want to use before you start using it.

Shower after workouts

Acne does not just affect the skin on your face; it also affects your body! Be sure to prevent acne from head to toe by showering after workouts. Use cleansers and body washes that help maintain your skin’s pH balance like SeneDerm 3 in 1 Cleansers and Moisturizing Body Wash. Follow with DayTime Moisturizer and Advanced Hydration Body Lotion to ensure skin is moisturized after your workout. 

Exfoliate regularly

Another helpful strategy to keep breakouts at bay is to exfoliate your entire body two to three times each week. Exfoliation will remove dead skin cells that can trap acne-triggering bacteria. Try using the SeneDerm® Smoothing Body Scrub, which contains volcanic ash as a natural exfoliator and soothing, moisturizing ingredients such as shea butter, coconut oil, and aloe leaf juice. However, be sure to avoid scrubbing too roughly to prevent irritation.

Frequently wash gym clothes

Keeping gym clothes and towels freshly laundered is vital to maintaining clear skin. Sweat and dirt build up on workout clothes, so it’s best to put on a clean outfit each time you work out. This is especially important for sports bras and shorts, since two common acne zones are the back and buttocks.

By implementing these strategies into your hygiene routine, you’re well on your way to minimizing acne outbreaks while reaping the benefits of physical exercise.