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6 Tricks to Make Your Blowout Last at the Gym

Want your hairstyle to last, even through an intense sweat session? These tricks will help you put off washing your hair

June 15, 2012 | by Dawn Davis | 28 COMMENTS

Minimize your products Hair product overload can seriously cut down the staying power of your blowout, and the problem gets even worse if you exercise. Ratliff suggests asking your stylist to use very little (if any) product when she's blowing out your hair; a light volumizing mousse (for fine hair) or a drop of smoothing lotion (for thick hair) is plenty. You should also avoid anything that contains silicone, says David. It can weigh down your hair and attract dirt, oil, and sweat, making it look dirtier faster. Plus, when you're airing out your hair after a workout, product build-up will keep it flat instead of letting it get bouncy again.

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I used to think I couldn't function if I didn't shampoo daily. I was ruining my hair! These are great tips.

by GigiSD Wednesday, April 10, 2013 at 11:42AM Report as inappropriate

Nice tips! I'll be trying some for my next workout.

by NillaButterfly Saturday, March 16, 2013 at 04:45PM Report as inappropriate

I wish I could preseve my blowout post workout

by LittleBunny Thursday, January 10, 2013 at 09:51AM Report as inappropriate

amazing tips! thanks :D

by rayshaviolet Tuesday, January 8, 2013 at 03:27PM Report as inappropriate

I am not a fan of dry shampoo. It makes my scalp itchy.

by Sari Monday, January 7, 2013 at 09:09PM Report as inappropriate

No dry shampoo for me

by EricaF123 Friday, December 28, 2012 at 10:58AM Report as inappropriate

interesting

by aishak55 Thursday, December 13, 2012 at 03:00PM Report as inappropriate

The bun sounds interesting.

by Chris213 Thursday, October 18, 2012 at 07:44PM Report as inappropriate

Nothing phenomenal in this article. Hope it helps someone!

by robyne00 Monday, October 8, 2012 at 04:42PM Report as inappropriate

The pins won't hold my hair - never. Perhaps a big butterfly clip would be a more durable option.

by MissAdeleK Saturday, September 29, 2012 at 12:24AM Report as inappropriate

helpful tips - will have to try the bun since a ponytail always leaves that "dent" in my hair!

by jenstar313 Friday, September 28, 2012 at 12:06PM Report as inappropriate

I have fine thin hair ...will try dry shampoo and see what happens. I do not like the feel of the hair stuck to my scalp.

by Ydabney Wednesday, September 19, 2012 at 01:27PM Report as inappropriate

These are all great ideas, but do any of them work for women with light relaxers in their hair? Thanks for the info about the dry shampoo. I have used one before, but my hair still smelled like the gym locker room. I am going to try the one you recommended.

by Cheryl5752 Saturday, August 18, 2012 at 12:38AM Report as inappropriate

life saver. I have always fought the workout vs. nice hair battle! This had some great tips in it

by glamgirlseven Wednesday, July 18, 2012 at 10:29PM Report as inappropriate

I think if I put my hair up loosely with pins it would just fall down!

by Roxalyn Saturday, July 7, 2012 at 12:01PM Report as inappropriate

Great Advice. I will def. try the spray in dry shampoo......peace

by Luvsmymom Saturday, July 7, 2012 at 11:47AM Report as inappropriate

Hands off is so hard! lol

by ladyboarder9669 Saturday, July 7, 2012 at 10:50AM Report as inappropriate

Great tips thanks! Never thought a pony tail would be a bad thing!!

by lauriemac982 Tuesday, June 19, 2012 at 04:30PM Report as inappropriate

This is great and rarely given advice. I work out every day so it helped me a lot thanks!

by LittleBunny Tuesday, June 19, 2012 at 08:54AM Report as inappropriate

thanks for the tips

by venenumletalis Tuesday, June 19, 2012 at 07:41AM Report as inappropriate

this is really useful, thanks! im gonna try the new workout updo instead of a ponytail the next time im at the gym

by LeSucre Monday, June 18, 2012 at 10:55PM Report as inappropriate

I love the tip about how to create the best updo for keeping your style intact. I still don't know if I could not wash my hair after a workout, though :/

by VV001 Monday, June 18, 2012 at 08:35PM Report as inappropriate

Good tips. I have to say I am also guilty of skipping a workout to preserve my blow out an extra day!

by Mysterylady Monday, June 18, 2012 at 03:18PM Report as inappropriate

Good to know! I'm trying these tips today.

by sweettpea29 Monday, June 18, 2012 at 02:41PM Report as inappropriate

I wish there was a picture of "the right way" to put your hair up. It's hard to visualize how it should look if done properly.

by Valhalla1 Monday, June 18, 2012 at 02:37PM Report as inappropriate

Great article, especially for those of us who live in humid, sweaty areas like lovely Southern California.

by RoleModel Monday, June 18, 2012 at 12:00PM Report as inappropriate

I already do all of these. :)

by yestfl Monday, June 18, 2012 at 10:47AM Report as inappropriate

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