We all know the point of working out is to look and feel good, right? Well, it’s kind of hard to do that, when after going to the gym, doing yoga, or whatever your get-fit activity is, you sometimes have to go and be seen in public. Between trying to fit gym time in between classes, or just in your regular schedule, adding “taking a shower” into the mix seems near impossible. Sometimes it seems like it’s easier to just not go than figure out how to make it work. Well, here are five products to help make sure “not looking like a hot mess” in your next class will no longer be your excuse to not go. You’re welcome!
2. No-slip headbands. Working out can be hard enough without having to worry about fly-a-ways or loose strands falling in your face — it makes counting down those final seconds on the treadmill so much harder to see. Which is why no-slip headbands by brands like Lululemon, Bondi Bands, or even good ole fashioned Goody are life savors. One thing to keep in mind, the Goody headbands tend to leave a dent in your hair, so if you plan on letting your hair down, the others may be the better choice.
4. Face moisturizer. Using a moisturizer after you clean off your face with those wipes will help you out a lot in the long run. Depending on how often you go to the gym, all of that rinsing and washing could leave your skin looking and feeling pretty dry. If that isn’t reason enough, ever notice that slightly flushed look you have after working out? Using a moisturizer will keep your skin looking fresh, and doesn’t hide that glow from your hard work.
5. Body spray/deodorant. These ones may seem a little obvious, but don’t over look ‘em. Whatever your deodorant or perfume of choice may be, see if they come in a travel size. If not, test out some new scents and see what you like. This one by Victoria’s Secret doesn’t take up too much room in my bag, and isn’t too overpowering. Even though you may be trying to mask the scent of your hard work, sometimes smelling like you bathed in your perfume can be just as bad.
What products work for you? Do you have any post-workout beauty tips?
guest
I would highly recommend the makeup wipes from Yes To Cucumbers instead. About the same price, but they’re awesome and do a pretty good job with waterproof mascara.
rose / 937 posts
If I were still working out at the gym (trying to save money by working out at home, although lacking the motivation), the only things I’d be bringing are: 1) clothing if I didn’t go in wearing my gym clothes, 2) my water bottle, 3) sweat towel
That’s basically it actually. When I was first going to the gym I’d go in the morning or I’d go around supper, so I’d just bring my skincare stuff to use after my workout. When I stopped using skincare stuff this year, I would just work out sometime in the afternoon and shower at the end of the day. If I was really sweaty, then I’d maybe pat away sweat, but usually it will just dry on its own. I never really had a need for deodorant since I’d put it on before my work out, and so I’d just… smell like deodorant after as well. And I would never use dry shampoo, just let the sweat air dry. Which would not take that long assuming I didn’t work out so hard that I was drenched in sweat.
guest
Good advice up there , in what you wrote and in the last comment !! I’ve been trying to figure out what I needed to put in my gym bag for months now and always had an epic fails with it too … Ugh dates right after the gym NEVER work !! Lessons learned. but I love the advice still. Haha thanks for posting this !
rose / 948 posts
i like the after spray body scent. Everything else like Khiels shampoo, body wash, conditioner, lotion, blow dryer, shaving creme & razors are provided by my gym so I mostly just bring a change of clothes
guest
don’t forget to pack a deodorant
daffodil / 1615 posts
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I don’t want to smell your disgusting B.O.
daffodil / 1525 posts
excellent post, i’m taking yoga at school this quarter and my next class starts 10min later and work soon after that class.
guest
Cool! Thanks for the suggestions
guest
It boggles my mind that everything is based on a “no shower” basis after working out. How many of you actually like to feel gross after working out? A shower is a must for me after working out. Nothing else gets done. If I don’t have time to shower I don’t work out! That’s just gross. Not just feeling that, but if somebody else worked out and then just used this stuff…sorry, but it is not going to mask the sweat and body odor by spraying perfume or body spray on afterwards. Yuck yuck yuck! (With the exception of yoga.)
guest
I’ve got to shower after. I always to my best to plan so that I can or I workout at home.