In recent years, pilates and brunch have become a really popular plan when friends want to socialise. However, this raises the issue of how to get ready that works for both exercise and then brunch after, without looking like a hot mess. This guide will go through the best ways to prepare yourself for both events, without having to completely get ready again in between. It will include some prep before pilates and then a quick post-glow-up after the workout.
Before the Gym
Your pilates look doesn’t need to include much makeup at all, only if you need some coverage to feel confident. The key point here is mastering your skin prep, starting with a cleanser to make sure you’re starting with a clean base. Then go in with a hydrating moisturiser, if the moisturiser has SPF in it, even better, if not, make sure to go in with some SPF. If the latter, allow the moisturiser to soak into your skin before applying the SPF. To add some colour to your face and balance the tone of your skin, apply a tinted moisturiser or skin tint. If you like some coverage, use concealer to minimise any blemishes or discolouring. If you were to wear makeup to work out before going for brunch, it would end up patchy, and your pores would become clogged. Instead, your skin will benefit from really good skin prep, ready to apply makeup after the workout.
Between Gym and Brunch
Now it’s time to get ready for the part you actually wanted to sign up for. By this point, your belly is rumbling, and you can’t wait for the first sip of coffee or mouthful of pancakes, so we’d best make this glow up quick. Start by resetting your base using a cleanser or face wipe to remove any unwanted oils (I’m sure you have worked hard, so make sure to remove any sweat from your face). Now put the moisture back into your face by applying a light layer of hydrating moisturiser. You want to keep your face looking fresh to match the pilates attire, so you want to avoid any heavy foundation. If you like some colour to your base, you could go in with a tinted moisturiser instead of your normal moisturiser. Now for the main event, to revive your complexion (and not just the redness from your workout), go in with a warm cream blush on your upper cheek and if you like the sunkissed look, across your nose too. If you like a little more coverage, you can apply a small amount of concealer to brighten your under-eyes or cover any blemishes. Finally, to complete the look, add a touch of lip gloss in a similar shade to your lips to naturally enhance their shape. If you can hold off on the pancakes for a little longer, you can add a touch of mascara and a brush of brow gel to feel even more put together.
Conclusion
Getting ready after your workout, ready to go to brunch, doesn’t require a full makeup bag, just a few essentials to keep you looking fresh and put together. These few steps will help you feel confident without the need for a full face of makeup.