Why Going To The Gym Might Be Causing You Acne
Posted by Judy Cheung-Wood on
Cleanse!
Before you hit the gym remove all makeup, moisturiser and traces of dirt, oil and bacteria that may be on your skin by cleansing. By ensuring your skin is clean and clear your skin has a chance to breathe and it reduces the risk of clogging pores. It’s equally important to cleanse after your work out to clean your skin of sweat, oil and bacteria that you may have potentially transmitted to your face while exercising.Pick the Right Clothes
If you already know that you are prone to acne you need to carefully consider your workout clothing. Synthetic fabrics like lycra and nylon trap heat and moisture against the skin which creates a breeding ground for acne causing bacteria. Choose natural, loose fitting fabrics like cotton that allow the skin to breath.Shower
Get out of those sweat soaked gym clothes and take a shower! While at the gym you’ve potentially touched a lot of gym equipment that’s loaded with bacteria, as well as working up a sweat. Use a gentle cleanser like SkinB5’s Acne Control Cleansing Mousse and avoid scrubbing. Rough exfoliation will not help, and can potentially create more breakouts. Don’t let the fear of acne prevent you from exercising! Follow these simple tips and you shouldn’t exacerbate your acne.Skin Health & Wellness Articles
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