Why is it so bad to wear make up to the gym?

[Lottapianos]

I don't make a habit of it but if I'm exercising after work, I usually just remove my lipstick so I don't end up looking like a clown, but leave everything else as it is. I obviously remove thoroughly with a double cleanse after showering and take really good care of my skin in general

I have read that wearing make up while doing exercise is a big no no. Anybody know why?

Dunno really. Because you sweat and it might give you spots?

I always used to have a full face on personally

I find that sweating with clear skin reduces breakouts almost entirely, if i work out with a full face I will definitely breakout later that week. The make up just soaks into your pores. That's what I've always thought anyway from personal experience.

I think as long as you’re having a proper shower / taking it all off afterwards it’s fine, it’s the mixture of sweat and make up left on the skin that can block pores and cause spots.

I always wear some make up to the gym. I just feel better with it.

I wear make up to the gym , I shower after but just add more make up. I don't get spots and I'm always being told I look 10 years younger🤷‍♀️.. I don't wear loads to be fair but it certainly Doesn't affect my skin.

Ok thanks everyone. No breakouts whatsoever so I guess I will carry on!

I always wear makeup to work out too! I usually do after work and wouldn’t have the time/inclination to take it off. My skin is fine.