Your body and mind receive numerous benefits from running cycling and hiking and outdoor training yet your skin experiences negative effects. Your skin faces multiple negative effects from exposure to sweat and sun and wind and pollution which results in dehydration and skin irritation and clogged pores and early skin aging. Athletes require a skincare system which protects their skin while repairing damage and providing enduring hydration.
The team at Prime Med Spa in Portland provides Portland athletes with effective skin care solutions to maintain their skin health throughout their entire training period.
Why Outdoor Athletes Need Specialized Skincare
The skin faces multiple stress factors when people work outdoors because of:
- UV radiation
- Windburn
- Sweat and salt buildup
- Pollution and debris
- Temperature fluctuations
The skin becomes vulnerable to multiple negative effects when people fail to protect it properly.
A customized skincare plan helps athletes protect their skin barrier while maintaining its strength and resilience.
Top Skincare Tips for Runners & Outdoor Athletes
- Every workout session requires athletes to apply sunscreen products with SPF 30+ mineral protection.
Sweat-resistant SPF 30+ mineral sunscreen serves as the fundamental product for outdoor athletes.
Benefits:
- Sunburn protection
- The skin stays younger because of UV protection.
- The sunscreen protects your skin from developing dark spots.
- The product protects your skin from both wind and heat damage.
- Reapply sunscreen every two hours when you perform extended runs.
- Before starting your workout use lightweight products which allow your skin to breathe freely.
Choose products that contain:
- Hydrating gel moisturizers
- Hyaluronic acid
- Vitamin C serums
These products defend your skin from environmental stress while preventing blockages and sweat accumulation.
- Post-Workout Cleanser Is a Must
The skin becomes irritated because sweat along with bacteria and salt particles from sweat accumulate on the skin.
A gentle foaming cleanser should be used to eliminate all substances including sweat and dirt and sunscreen and pollutants from the skin.
The practice of using this product helps prevent skin breakouts while maintaining clear pores.
- Restore Your Moisture Barrier
Your skin loses its natural moisture after spending extended time outdoors. A barrier-repair moisturizer containing Ceramides and Peptides and Squalane works to reduce skin inflammation while establishing skin equilibrium.
- Add Antioxidants for Extra Defense
The combination of Vitamin C with niacinamide and green tea extract antioxidants in your skincare routine protects your skin from environmental harm while decreasing inflammation.
The product suits best for applying during your morning routine before you start your outdoor activities.
- Hydrafacial for Deep Refresh & Recovery
The Hydrafacial treatment at Prime Med Spa serves as a popular choice for athletes who want to achieve deep skin cleansing and remove sweat and debris accumulation and hydrate their dry skin and restore their skin brightness.
The treatment provides excellent benefits for people who engage in active sports throughout their month.
- LED Light Therapy for Redness & Repair
Outdoor athletes commonly experience two main issues which include skin redness and post-sun sensitivity and skin irritation.
The treatment uses light therapy to heal skin tissue while it decreases swelling and enhances recovery processes.
- Chemical Peels for Sun Damage Prevention
The application of chemical peels at Prime Med Spa provides three main benefits to athletes who want to protect their skin from sun damage.
The treatment helps patients achieve three main benefits which include skin brightening and sun spot reduction and prevention of sweat and sunscreen buildup.
The treatment improves skin texture and tone while maintaining its strength against outdoor elements.
- Stay Hydrated—Inside and Out
Athletes who want to stay hydrated through drinking water should also use hydrating skincare products every day. Athletes who do not stay hydrated will experience skin dryness and irritation as their main skin problems.
Prime Med Spa PDX provides athletes with customized skincare solutions that help them maintain their skin health throughout their entire training period.
The correct combination of skincare products and professional treatments enables athletes to perform outdoor activities without harming their skin. The team at Prime Med Spa Portland delivers year-round skin health solutions to runners and all athletes.
Schedule a consultation to develop your individualized skincare strategy.
