Get your sweat on and still look great as you head out for fun!

Getting a good sweat on during a hard, endorphin-rushing workout is great.  But if you need to be gliding into a cocktail party one hour after your last crunch, it’s going to take some effort.  Here’s our guide to get from flushed to glowing in only 60 minutes.

:00 – :05

Head to the locker room and chug water to help cool down your body and flush your skin.  You’ll look radiant by the time you reach your party destination.

:05 – :15

Run into the shower and quickly shampoo, condition, and soap up.  Use your razor where you need it, especially if you’re wearing a little black dress.  Keep the shower on the cooler side to help drop your core body temperature.

:15 – :25

Towel off and apply tinted moisturizer to your face and regular moisturizer to your body. This will help give you that dewy, fresh look and give your body even more time to cool down.  Comb out your hair and get your hair and makeup supplies ready.  Stay wrapped in the towel to again help your body cool off a little more.  The flush should almost be gone now.

:25 – :35

Let the moisturizer sink into your skin and work on your hair instead.  A little extra toweling to get moisture out is a good idea before you add product and grab the blow dryer.  Go for a simple ‘do; think soft waves or, if your hair is really thick, get it mostly dry and then go for a loose knot at the nape of the neck. The slightly damp hair will make it easier to style.

:35 – :45

The moisturizer has set in and will give you a little bit of a base.  Your sweaty workout flush should now be down to a delicate glow.  Play with that by keeping the face light, perhaps adding a little powder or bronzer, and a little blush on the cheeks to highlight them.  Focus your time on the lips and eyes for the most dramatic effect.  Make sure those eyebrows are perfect and use mascara that really makes your eyes shine.

:45 – :55

Your LBD and platform pumps only take a moment to slip on.  Add some bangles, a dangly necklace or earrings, and a statement ring, and you’re ready to head out the door!

:55 – 1:00

One last check of makeup, hair, and the dress, but you already know you look fabulous. Glide out to the health club lobby to meet your guy and impress the front desk staff before you head out for the evening.  You’ll be the envy of all.