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But, as any regular exerciser knows, it can also wreak havoc on your skin.
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Carol Cheng, M.D., pediatric dermatologist and assistant clinical professor at the UCLA Division of Dermatology tells SELF.
Redness happens as a result of your body trying to cool itself down.
Your skin is the biggest organ in terms of temperature regulation, saysDr.
Alok Vij, M.D., dermatologist at the Cleveland Clinic.
That results in the temporary redness you see when you look in the mirror after a workout.
It can be really uncomfortable, she says.
Exercise can exacerbate this buildup of protein and bacteria in a few ways.
First, bacteria thrive in moist environments (like sweaty skin), says Dr. Cheng.
And finally, if you exercise with a lot of makeup on, that can cause problems too.
And you could blame your dirty clothes for some other exercise-related skin issues.
Thats because tightsweaty workout clothingcan trap bacteria in it, says Dr. Cheng.
Keep your hair pulled back during exercise to avoid getting oil on your face and neck.
Find other ways to keep yourself cool or cool yourself down after exercise.
And use certain types ofacne-fighting face and body washesif you need reinforcements.
So Dr. Cheng advises removing thick foundations and concealers with an oil-free makeup remover or makeup wipes.
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Post-workout, Dr. Vij recommends using a gentle face wash.
This wash isdermatologist recommendedand lathers nicely for larger areas of the body.
