Let's be honest, exercise is something that's absolutely necessary to help keep both your physical and mental health in check. What's more, exercise can even boost blood circulation in your body which is how you end up with that gorgeous post-workout glow. But of course, what also accompanies is a ton of sweat. And while sweating it out is considered to be a good thing for your body, it can turn into an uncomfortable problem for your hair and skin. Here's what a sweaty workout session can do to your hair and skin. Take a look.

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One of the worst things about sweating so much is that it can clog your pores and lead to issues like blackheads and whiteheads in the long run. So, do NOT let your skin air dry when you've worked out. You absolutely must wash your face immediately and make sure to also use a mild cleanser to help get rid of any gunk or impurities.

While under normal circumstances it's alright for you to go a few days without washing your hair, you can't do the same for after you've worked out. This is because all the sweat clogged in your hair will completely change your hair's texture. It'll make your hair oilier, heavier and will also make it sit flat on your head. So, make sure to wash your hair with shampoo at least thrice a week if you work out regularly.

This one is honestly a no brainer. We all know that your skin starts smelling when you sweat, but do you know why that happens? When the sweat on your skin comes in contact with the bacteria on your skin, the end result is that foul odour. That's why you need to ensure that you constantly clean your skin and areas that can lodge sweat for longer like your underarms and inner thighs.

Yet another issue with excessive sweat in your scalp is that it can lead to other hair problems like dandruff. The sweat can end up clogging your hair follicles and leading to grime build-up which can lead to issues like dandruff. And so you must make sure to wash your hair regularly and keep your scalp clean as much as you can.