Gym Kit: Workout Haircare Tips

When you have finally got your healthy eating and gym routine in check, along comes the issue of how to deal with the barnet! I have wrapped a few tips on how to manage pre-workout and post-workout (hot-mess) hair...

Pre-Workout:

Nailing a hair style that will stay in place during a strenuous workout is a lot harder than it sounds! From top-knots to classic high pony tails, the best out-of-the-face look has to be braids. For long locks I would definitely advise popping your hair into a tight french or fishtail braid. I am team fuss free high pony-tail but that's just because I'm lazy. In the back of my head I know  my hair should look like...

Post-Workout:

As someone who works out in the evenings, I have my morning shower along with a shower post- workout and it is very tempting to wash my hair twice a day! Washing your hair everyday is bad enough but I always prefer to wash my hair after working out - I would rather not sleep in sweaty hair...

First things first, conditioner is key!  As I have increased the amount I have to wash my hair I have found my scalp to become drier. Using the 2 in 1 Smooth and Sleek Shampoo from Pantene followed by the conditioner has helped counter any dryness. Along with this, I use the Redken Butter Treat Masque as a weekly deep conditioning treatment - it also smells delicious! I have found shampooing from tip to root has helped my scalp lock in natural oils again helping to reduce any pesky dryness! I am prone to dry skin pretty much everywhere, so I need to make sure that my scalp is protected.

After washing my hair I try to use as little styling product as possible, they can often weigh down my scalp and attract oils and when working out this can lead to greasy hair. If I do find my hair is feeling a tad limp or greasy then I will use the Boots Build Up Removal Expert Shampoo  - this or any clarifying shampoo will help remove any build up and impurities.

Key-Product:

For those who are die-hard dry shampoo fans then you pretty much have an easy ride! The water-free method will help absorb up any excess oils and remove any build-up. Unfortunately, I am not big on this method. After using dry shampoo I just don't feel like my hair is clean and the ickiniess generated during my workout is still there!  (I do however keep a bottle of batiste in my beauty bag as it does help with volume for an up-do!)

Check out my pre-workout skincare essentials here!