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Summer Skincare Routine for Outdoor Exercises

Summer is at its highest peak and having the option to enjoy the outside air is what we anticipate during this time. The good news is that we have countless fun exercises that help us get fresh air as well as make us remain in good shape too.

But if you are planning to swim, hike or jog outside then you must be careful about your skin too. Because there are chances that in summers you may experience skin chafing, dryness, and sunburn. It’s critical to change your routine once you take the exercises outside so your face doesn’t take care of the extra mileage it gets.

So, in this blog, I will be discussing your summer skincare routine for outdoor exercises.

Your face must be clean

Before you start any workout make sure your face is cleaned properly and there should be no makeup residue over it. Some individuals might imagine that cleaning up the face is best for the skin, however, it is the reverse way around. The most ideal way to do that is to ensure that before you work out, remove your cosmetics and clean up completely and afterward tone it.

Remove all of your makeup

After cleaning your face make sure not to wear any makeup. It’s due to the fact that your skin wants to inhale during your workout sessions. Working out can cause unreasonable perspiring, as well as the production of oil, and microbes on your skin. On the off chance that you are wearing makeup, your perspiration and your cosmetics will blend, and your skin can’t inhale.

Protect your skin from harmful rays of the sun

The UVA rays of the sun have a tendency to damage your skin, making unusual cell structures, which can possibly frame a mass of malignant growth cells. It has been observed that the main reason for skin cancer is exposure to the sun.

Regardless of the fact that you’re in the sun for 10 minutes or 10 hours, always apply sunscreen when in the sun and reapply it after every two hours.

Moreover, before purchasing the sunblock cream/lotion always buy the one that is mineral based, that is having SPF 30 or more. Also, ensure yourself that your sunblock must be having the tendency to give your skin protection against harmful UV rays as well as from UVB rays too.

Nowadays there are sunblocks available in the market that contains hydraulic acid as well as vitamin C in them, which protects your skin against aging signs and also gives your skin a glowy look.

Along with that, must apply lip balm before putting on your sunscreen so the balm doesn’t come off when you apply the sunscreen.

Wear the appropriate gym attire

Before starting off any workout, you need to focus on wearing suitable gym outfits that must be lightweight and should not irritate your skin. Moreover, I will suggest you invest in Ultraviolet Protection Factor athletic wear, which will prevent the absorption of ultraviolet rays and will help your body to stay cool. Other than that, your athletic wear should be immensely comfortable, have sweat-absorbing qualities, and must be stretchable too. Keep in mind that, if your workout clothes are comfortable your exercise sessions will be comfortable.

Exfoliate your skin.

Exfoliation of your skin on a regular basis is also very important if you want to keep it healthy during summer. This will help to remove dead skin cells and will also prevent the formation of acne. Washing your face with cold water after working out is also good at keeping your skin healthy during summer

How to take care of your skin during outdoor swimming?

Before jumping into the pool it’s important to apply the moisturizer to your skin. A good moisturizer will not only help in making your skin moisturized but will also prevent dryness. In order to protect yourself from the harmful rays of the sun, I will suggest you wear sun protected workout clothes and swim in the early hours because the sun is harsh between 11 am to 4 pm. Moreover, reapply it after a few hours of swimming or sweating even if the sunscreen says it’s waterproof or sweatproof, it’s due to the fact that Water-resistant sunscreens only last 40 or 80 minutes in the water.

How to take care of your skin after exercise?

Use body scrub

After you’ve cooled down and are taking a shower, use a body scrub too. This will help to remove any dead skin cells that have built up on your skin from sweating. It will also help to improve blood circulation and give your skin a nice glow.

Apply body lotion

When you get out of the shower, apply a generous amount of lotion all over your body. This will help to lock in moisture and keep your skin hydrated throughout the day. It would be great if you find one with the goodness of aloe vera and cucumber as these two natural ingredients in them will help to soothe your skin while the wipes themselves are gentle enough for sensitive skin. You should also wear protective clothing, like a hat and sunglasses.

Drink enough water

Drinking plenty of water is always important for healthy skin, but it’s especially important in the summer when you’re sweating more. Try to drink around eight glasses of water daily.

Eat healthy food

If you’re sweating a lot, you need to replenish your electrolytes by drinking fluids that contain sodium like sports drinks, and coconut water. Also, make sure you’re eating enough food throughout the day to fuel your workout; otherwise, you’ll end up feeling lightheaded and dizzy. A good rule of thumb is to eat a small meal or snack every two to three hours. Try not to eat processed or fried items, instead eat more fruits and vegetables.

These are just a few of the steps of summer skin care routine for workouts. Follow these self care tips to glam up from the inside out.

Post Credit: Ann Edwards from Elite Sports

 

 

Manjari

Manjari is a writer, self care junkie and self-professed beauty connoisseur. Equipped with a Master's degree in multimedia and 10+ years of experience writing in the beauty and fashion space, her passion for taking on new challenges knows no bounds. Working closely with skin specialists, cosmetologists, beauty experts, health coaches, makeup artists and hairstylists, she manages to bring something new and essential every single time.

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