Smart Skincare for the Fitness Fanatic
We get a lot of gym-goers here at the Antiwrinkle Clinic and we find that they are all seeking the same sort of treatments.

TOO MUCH POWER

Powerlifters, for instance, are really suffering to achieve their power bodies. One survey showed that 53 per cent had acne, 47 per cent had increased body hair; 27 per cent had a higher incidence of oily skin and hair, and 20 per cent had a loss of scalp hair.  But these types of ailments are not the only problems for anyone who regularly works out.  At the Antiwrinkle Clinic we are seeing increasing amounts of men with loss of volume in the face and most are in fact regular gym-goers.

RUNNERS DROOP

Sagging skin can be caused by running, ‘Runners Face’ is a well-used term, and have a negative impact on skin elasticity. But contrary to popular belief, the effect of gravity from the constant treadmill pounding isn’t to blame, but rather that “cardio intense exercise and running can cause more oxygen or free-radical damage, which can breakdown or damage the skin’s supportive fibres (collagen and elastin).  So if you are doing any form of intense spin class or cycling your body is going to cause natural fat loss.

Volume loss – here at the Antiwrinkle Clinic we are seeing an increasing amount of men in their 30’s along with those in their 40’s & 50’s who are opting for dermal fillers to plump up their hollowing cheeks.  Dermal fillers are made from the same stuff that your body is losing due to exercise which is Hyaluronic acid, often called HA.

Hyaluronic Acid plays a role with skin cells, hydrating them, while also acting as a kind of glue that helps hold them together, keeping skin looking smoother and younger. Another plus is its ability to hold water, which means more moisture in each skin cell. Fillers such as Juvederm, Restylane and Teosyal are made of HA and when expertly injected can restore plumper more youthful appearance.

YOU SWEATY THING

Sweat can be bad news – letting sweat sit on your skin for any prolonged length of time can be problematic. Sweat carries with it the grime of what’s built up in your pores and what’s on your face, and if it settles back into your skin. Breakouts, milia, rashes and irritated skin.

Acne on the back, neck or face is caused by bacteria attracted to overactive glands in the skin, called sebaceous glands, which secrete sebum to naturally lubricate the skin. This is exacerbated when we have regular sweaty strenuous workouts and you should always use a great professional skin cleanser like Obagi after each workout.

So gym goers you don’t have to stop going to the gym, running or spinning, you just need to work harder on your skincare and anti-ageing routines.  We here to help with your anti-ageing and skincare worries and to keep you youthful.