Is your exercise routine giving you acne?
For sure, after a workout, we expect some tight muscles and DOMs. But acne is not one of the post-workout “symptoms” we look for - however, your workout could be causing you breakouts! More specifically the clothes you wear when working out.
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"Acne due to physical activity can be related to repetitive pressure from tight clothing when exercising," says @anjalimahto, of the British Association of Dermatologists.
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"This type of acne can occur anywhere on the body, although it is most common on areas that are more frequently subjected to rubbing, such as the back, shoulders, buttocks and, if a tight hat or hairband is being worn, the forehead.
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Tight fabrics, sweat and heat can block hair follicles and create a warm, moist environment for bacteria to multiply in. This combination of blocked hair follicles and multiplying bacteria can lead to acne forming."
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And that is one of the beautiful aspects @staerox made sure to cover when developing StaeFit: an ultra-absorbant, antibacterial fabric that wicks away sweat and protects even the most sensitive skin! 🌸