by Metropol | September 18, 2024 8:30 am
The last thing you want is to feel heavy and clogged up, but you also don’t want to feel less beautiful than any other day. Plus, a day on the golf course can end with a few drinks, or pilates with a coffee date afterwards, so it’s nice to be prepared, and not feel like a complete sweaty mess.
Staring at yourself through hundreds of mirrors in a fitness class or gym, or through social sports when someone is always snapping a photo, you feel like you need to look your best. If you’re confident enough, it’s best to avoid makeup altogether when getting a sweat on. Exercise causes your heart rate and circulation to increase, and your sweat glands work to cool your skin down. This rids the skin of dirt and toxins like a detox, so makeup on the skin stops this process from happening, leading to blocked pores and breakouts.
Feel put together by focusing on three features: eyebrows, eyes, and lips. Using a brow gel, brush upwards and let the gel set them in place. This acts as an instant ‘facelift’, framing the face nicely. Move on to the eyes, where a waterproof mascara will steer you in the right direction, brightening your appearance. Opt for a light, neutral or tinted gloss for the lips to hydrate and plump without that heavy feeling.
If you need an extra layer, invest in a good quality tinted sunscreen, or add some colour through a light bronzer or blush, leaving as much of your skin bare as possible. Be careful not to overdo it – chances are you will gain a sweat ‘glow’ anyway.
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