How exercise affects the skin

Do you spend all your free time at the gym? Excellent. But in the non-stop training mode, do not forget to take care of the skin: while you are sweating on the treadmill and accelerating the metabolism on the cycling, it also does not rest.

Sports and skin: arguments “for”

During exercise, the skin is cleansed from the inside

The fact that sport is good for health, muscle tone and youth in general seems to be unnecessary to talk about. During exercise, not only sweat is released, but also salts, uric acid, part of the sebum, and thus the skin is cleansed from the inside.

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Sports and skin: arguments against

Drink more water while exercising

On the other hand, any physical activity is always stressful for the skin. And that’s why.

  1. During outdoor activities, the skin suffers from UV radiation, wind, heat or, conversely, cold. It is badly affected by temperature changes.

  2. When exercising in the gym, the skin is exposed to too dry air and dust.

  3. Chlorinated pool water dries out the skin, resulting in a feeling of tightness.

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Information for fitness enthusiasts

In the gym, there should be a minimum of cosmetics on the face.

In order for training to bring only benefits, remember a few rules.

  • Before going to the gym, remove your make-up to allow sweat to naturally wick away during your workout.

  • Apply a light moisturizer before starting your workout.

  • If you are going to exercise outdoors, do not forget about UV protection.

  • Avoid touching your face while exercising: machines and mats are full of bacteria. Keep a clean towel or tissue handy.

  • Drink more water.

  • Take a spray of thermal water into the gym. It has a soothing effect, with its help it is easy to refresh the skin and reduce possible irritation on sensitive skin.

  • After swimming in the pool, be sure to take a shower and apply body cream: chlorinated water dries and irritates the skin.

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Makeup to take to the gym

Thermal water Eau Thermale, La Roche-Posay

The combination of mineral salts and trace elements maintains the water balance of the skin, soothes it.

Daily gel-serum for skin exposed to aggressive external influences, Mineral 89, Vichy

Performs three tasks at once: protects, strengthens and moisturizes the skin. Suitable for all skin types, including sensitive.

Milk for face and body with a very high degree of protection Anthelios XL, SPF 50+, La Roche-Posay

The compact format of the product allows you to carry it in your jacket pocket. Effectively protects against UVA and UVB rays, does not leave white marks on the skin.

Nourishing lip balm Absolue Precious Cells, Lancôme

Carefully cares for the delicate skin of the lips, has a pleasant melting texture.

Moisturizing gel for an even tone and smooth skin texture Clearly Corrective Brightening and Smoothing Moisture Treatment, Kiehl’s

Provides intense hydration, spreads well over the skin and absorbs thanks to its non-greasy and non-sticky texture.

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