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Gym Hair Survival Guide: Keep It Up, Then Get It Dry

Your workout shouldn't depend on whether your ponytail survives. Here are the simple fixes for the three moments gym hair goes wrong.

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01

Problem 1

Your hair tie gives up halfway through.

Thin, grippy scrunchies hold better during jumping, running, and floor work, and they're gentler than a tight elastic.

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02

Problem 2

You showered, and now you have somewhere to be.

Wrapping wet hair in a regular bath towel is bulky. A towel scrunchie does the job in a smaller package.

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    Kitsch Quick-Dry Hair Towel Scrunchie

    A scrunchie and a hair towel in one. Twist your hair up, secure it, and get dressed while it dries.
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03

Problem 3

Your scalp gets itchy and flaky after the gym.

Sweat sitting on your scalp, plus skipping washes on gym days, can make flakes worse. An anti-dandruff shampoo a couple of times a week helps keep it in check.

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    Nizoral Anti-Dandruff Shampoo

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The gym-hair routine in 3 steps:

  1. Step 1

    Before

    Smooth ponytail or braid with a grippy scrunchie.

  2. Step 2

    During

    Dab your hairline with a towel on breaks.

  3. Step 3

    After

    Rinse your scalp, towel scrunchie on, then get ready while it dries.

Done. Hair stays out of your face, and you leave looking like you planned it.