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Breaking a sweat is a clear sign of a successful and challenging workout. But waiting too long to wash your face and body after a sweat-session can leave your pores clogged and make you prone to acne flare-ups. Instead of dealing with irritated skin and stubborn blemishes, here’s a skin care routine for your post-workout ritual to prevent breakouts and maintain that healthy glow you’re after. Hydrating Cleanser Letting your face sit in bacteria doesn’t sound like a fun time for anyone. But for those who don’t cleanse their face post-gym session, that’s exactly what you’re doing. Head to the locker room after your workout or exercise class and wash your face with a hydrating cleanser. Nontoxic ingredients that have antibacterial and antimicrobial properties protect your skin from breakouts and ensure that your skin isn’t stripped of necessary oils or moisture.  Nutrient Toner If you’re headed to work or meeting up with friends after your hot yoga class but d...

As beauty brands become more transparent about their product ingredients and formulas, it’s easier to find skincare for every lifestyle and skin issue. If you’re thinking about transitioning your skin care routine to vegan-happy products, it might take a little more research than anticipated. Finding body washes, shampoo, and conditioners with organic and vegan ingredients can often feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. Simply put, you want to feel clean and use cleanly made products. What does that entail? To be considered vegan, a skincare product needs to be free of animal-derived products. Some ingredients that aren’t vegan-friendly include beeswax, honey, silk, and carmine. While a company may be vegan, they possibly aren’t cruelty-free. Choose brands that do both, looking out for animals on every end of the development and production process. Transform your shower routine with vegan-approved products. For your shampoo, look for nourishing shampoos t...