CosmoBiz Magazine JULY 2019 | Page 50

Beauty SPORT & BEAUTY GYM BAG ESSENTIALS Getting in a workout or a round of your favorite sport is more than just fun, it’s great for your body and skin! When you’re prepping your gym bag essentials, make sure to consider more than just the traditional yoga mat, bottle of water and towel. Adding in skincare and cosmetics can help you feel ready for your workout and work towards a healthier, glowing complexion. To help learn the best techniques for gym makeup and skincare, we’ve teamed up with our friends at BeautyPress to learn more. Stretch And Prep Before A Training Session Just like applying makeup or skincare products, the prep of the skin is important before training. Think of it like…stretching. The body needs a good warm up before all the intense workout, but so does the skin. Gym or an outdoor session? Both environments require different skin prep and care. Prior to exercise, do not use any greasy creams or perfumes, as they may feel uncomfortable while sweating. What’s totally acceptable is water-based creams, gels or fluids. Relocate your exercise in the outdoors and feel amazing in nature. Be aware though that the sun’s rays 50 C O S M O B I Z M A G A Z I N E reflect on to the sweat on our skin. You should not refrain from sports outside, but to prevent skin aging, sunburn and skin cancer always apply sunscreen – in any form you prefer. Particularly suitable are specially designed products for athletes, as they provide a suitably adapted and thus adequate and reliable protection from the sun.