The Beauty Products Fitness Pros Always Use After a Workout

Allie Cohen, Instructor at Barry’s Bootcamp

“Thanks to a strict regimen and routine facials, I’m lucky to have pretty clear skin,” says Cohen. “I do have to stay consistent with my skin care though or I find myself breaking out more.” Cohen’s products of choice typically include the Peter Thomas Roth Max Complexion Correction Pads ($40), and a daily application of benzoyl peroxide. “I finish with a very thin layer of benzoyl peroxide over my entire face to prevent breakouts and dry out blemishes,” she explains.

Ashley Guarrasi, CPT and Founding Trainer at Rumble Boxing

During a workout, dirt and oil can get trapped in your pores, which is why it’s super important to dissolve away the buildup post-workout. Guarrasi swears by Aveeno Positively Radiant Makeup Removing Wipes ($7) and Epicuren Refresh Aloe Cucumber Mist ($37) to clear buildup on the skin and prevent breakouts. Once her face has been cleansed, she follows up with Neutrogena Naturals Brightening Daily Moisturizer ($15) to hydrate and boost her skin’s radiance. 

Erika Rayman, Founder of the DB Method 

When it comes to post-workout beauty, Rayman religiously uses the following three products: Sunday Riley Juno Hydroactive Cellular Face Oil ($90), NARS Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturizer with SPF 30 ($45), and Ouai Hair Oil ($28). “I’m oil obsessed,” explains Rayman. “Face, hair, lips, body—I love to slather on oils like Sunday Riley’s because it soaks into your skin instead of sitting on the surface and clogging pores.”

Olivia Young, Founder of Box + Flow

After partaking in a high-sweat workout that includes both boxing and yoga, Young stresses the importance of a good, post-sweat sesh cleansing routine. “I swear by the Kiehl’s Ultimate Man Body Scrub Soap ($15) as my face wash,” she says. “The exfoliant is just gentle enough without bothering your face, and then I follow up with the Orlane Super Moisturizing Concentrate ($140).” Her last gym bag must-have? A dry shampoo. “It’s not necessary to wash your hair every day, so give it a quick spritz of dry shampoo instead.” 

Jennifer Williams, Founder of Pop Physique

Post-workout skin care doesn’t just stop at your face, some trainers extend their routine all the way to the bottoms of their feet. “I’m constantly in socks and on my feet, so I use the Caudalie Foot Beauty Cream ($15) to hydrate the skin there,” explains Williams. Another gym bag must-have? Glossier Soothing Rosewater Face Mist ($18). “This spray leaves a lovely dewy glow on your skin,” says Williams. “And it can even double as a setting spray over your makeup if you reapply after finishing a class.”

Jamie George, CPT and Master Instructor at RIPPED Fitness

George’s mantra for post-workout beauty is a good one to remember for yourself: “You’ve worked out hard to make the body look good, don’t forget to have the hair and skin to match!” So, after a workout, George cleanses her skin and applies a blemish-fighting tinted moisturizer. “I always use Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleansing Cloths ($7) on my face and shoulders to remove any dirt and sweat,” she says. “I follow that with Garnier SkinActive Miracle Skin Perfector BB Cream ($13) on my face to even out the skin tone while providing anti-aging and antioxidants benefits to my skin as well.”  

Sarah Levey, Cofounder of Y7 Yoga

Considering hot yoga is a high-sweat activity, keeping the skin clean is a top priority for Levey. “I always wash my face after a workout with Cetaphil Skin Cleanser ($14) followed by an application of the Ogee Jojoba Restore Facial Oil ($44),” she explains. “I use one pump of Cetaphil on a damp face and wash my face with my hands, making sure I get every last piece of soap off because residual can cause breakouts. For the oil, I put it directly on my forehead and both cheeks with the dropper and then press into my face with my fingertips.”