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7 Makeup Must-Haves for the Gym

Guilty of pre-gym primping? No judgment here. Instead, we'll show you the must-have products that will outlast any sweat session

by Cinya Burton

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BB cream A ruddy, blotchy complexion is to be expected after exercising. But wearing heavy foundations and concealers when you work out is a bad idea because, when mixed with sweat, they can clog your pores, leading to breakouts later on. "All you really need is a tinted moisturizer to help camouflage the excessive face flush," says Cosenza. She likes Garnier Skin Renew SPF 15 Miracle Skin Perfector BB Cream, $12.99, because it provides sun protection, a smudge-proof base, and even complexion coverage, all in one light, non-comedogenic layer.

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let's say i won't take off my makeup before a gym session, but i definitely won't put on makeup FOR a gym session. i think i'd rather invest in some makeup removing towelettes so i won't have the excuse of losing time with removing makeup

by AstridB Wednesday, March 20, 2013 at 12:03PM Report as inappropriate

I completely agree with the other reviewers, make -up is not necessary at gym. The make-up mixed with sweat can cause problems.

by Sari Friday, January 25, 2013 at 11:06PM Report as inappropriate

This makes me laugh I do not get ready to go to the gym. If you are working out like you should and sweating then makeup and sweat mixed is not a good thing.

by Jonealle77 Wednesday, January 23, 2013 at 09:53AM Report as inappropriate

no makeup at the gym!

by LittleBunny Tuesday, January 15, 2013 at 05:54PM Report as inappropriate

Please, don't wear makeup at t gym.

by CynthiaLrm Tuesday, January 15, 2013 at 02:43PM Report as inappropriate

The fact that some people wear specific makeup to the gym is ridiculous. Would you do this if you exercised at home??? Either wear the same makeup you would normally wear on a given day or do the best thing and wear no makeup!!! Talk about high maintenance.

by MandyBoo Tuesday, January 15, 2013 at 11:54AM Report as inappropriate

Personally, I don't like wearing makeup when hitting the gym. I like to leave my skin surface clear to allow more oxygen exchange with the skin cells and let the skin breathe. One gets dirty and sweaty enough already from exercising, let alone ending up with smudged eyeliner and mascara along the under eyes, or foundation sweeping off, showing the natural skin tone. It's best to leave the skin in its natural, clear self so that it feels fresh.

by Chantilly Wednesday, January 9, 2013 at 12:30AM Report as inappropriate

I never wear makeup to the gym, but if I did this article would be useful.

by amber.flute Tuesday, January 8, 2013 at 08:58PM Report as inappropriate

def packing all this into my gym bag :D

by rayshaviolet Tuesday, January 8, 2013 at 03:28PM Report as inappropriate

Good article if I go after work then makeup is on if on Sat ...not putting makeup on to go to yoga. If anything a little gloss on lips

by Ydabney Tuesday, January 8, 2013 at 01:27PM Report as inappropriate