Sweaty Skincare Regimen

If you have an active lifestyle, you're most likely managing sweaty skin. Here's a look at my skincare regimen and a few tips on how I combat acne and aging skin:

• Use gentle cleanser after workouts

• Ice roll in the morning

• Exfoliate at night

• Wash your makeup off at night (duh!)

• Wear a hat outside

• Wear SPF every day even when you're inside

• Shave the peach fuzz off your face. It helps exfoliate your skin and your make up applies smoother

1. CLEARSTEM Vitamin Facial Scrub CLEARSTEM Skincare is a revolutionary skincare brand that is both Anti-Aging and Anti-Acne with zero hormones disruptors or toxins. A little goes a long way with this facial scrub. Best way to scrub off the day. Use code CHRISTIEH for 26% off your order!

2. CLEARSTEM Bounceback Serum Hero product. I've used this serum every day twice per day for 30 days and have noticed a HUGE difference in the disappearance of my melasma. My NP at my medspa commented on the difference the last time I went in for Botox. Winning! Use code CHRISTIEH for 26% off your order!

3. Dr. Dennis Gross Acne Eliminating Pads Great for your skin if you're acne prone. I cut the pads in half to get extra use out of them. You will visibly see all the dirt that comes off your face.

4. Versed Keep the Peace Acne-Calming Cleanser This cleanser is not only effective, but it also comes out in a silver, glittery substance. I've used this cleanser for over a year and am seriously impressed with how well it works.

5. CLEARSTEM You Are Sunshine SPF 50 Hero product. This broad spectrum SPF is non-toxic, is perfect for acne prone skin, and has a blurring effect to reduce the appearance of pores. Use code CHRISTIEH for 26% off your order!

6. Cera Ve Renewing SA Cleanser - Non-comedogenic, non-drying, and non-irritating. Another winner for sweaty skin.

7. Elta MD UV Clear SPF 44 - I've used this SPF for years! It's perfect for sweaty workouts and acne prone skin. Does not have a white cast.

8. Kinship Brightwave Eye Cream - Kinship is a clean and sustainable skincare line. This cream really opens up your eyes for that well-rested and awake look.

9. iS Clinical Pro Heal Serum and iS Clinical Active Serum - Hero product. Expensive, but worth it. I use the pro heal serum during the day on my T zone to help protect my skin from dark spots and the active serum at night to help keep my skin clear.

10. The Skinny Confidential Hot Mess Ice Roller - One of my morning rituals is to ice roll my face. It helps wake me up before teaching an 8AM class and combats face bloat. Not to mention feels like an icy facial massage. I like to roll it over my jaw to soothe my TMJ. You're supposed to roll up your face and down your neck to boost lymphatic drainage in the body.

11. Kitsch Dermaplaning Tool Set - Say goodbye to peach fuzz and hello to baby smooth skin.

12. MCG Strong Confident Empowered Dad Hat - My fav hat to walk around DC with Prince! Now available for purchase online and in-person.

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Christie's Summer Favorites 💖

1. Kinship Brightwave Eye Cream - Kinship is a clean and sustainable skincare line! They've quickly become one of my favorite brands! This cream really opens up your eyes for that well-rested and awake look.

2. Calm Magnesium Citrate Supplement - Perfect for winding down before bed. Magnesium helps calm your muscles and help aid in better sleep. I'm all about it.

3. Book Lovers by Emily Henry - Emily Henry is one of my favorite Romance authors. Her books are light-hearted, fun, and super easy to read. Book Lovers is her most recent novel and I'm obsessed.

4. FP Movement - I'm LOVING the lightweight and stretchy material of Free People Movement. Next class with MCG & FP Movement is Saturday, June 11th. Book your calendars!

5. Elta MD Broad Spectrum Facial Sunscreen - I've been using this sunscreen for years! It's perfect for sweaty workouts and acne prone skin.

6. NARS Tinted Moisturizer- Classic favorite since the Flybarre days. This tinted moisturizer is great for workouts or going out to run errands or hang out with friends.

7. Ultima Replenisher - One word for outdoor workouts & activities: Electrolytes. Ultima is great for hydration and is sugar free.

8. MCG Strong Confident Empowered Hat - Grab your MCG merch for the summer! Perfect for walks, outdoor workouts, running errands, and summer adventures. The Strong Confident Empowered hat is a fan favorite! Shoutout Emily for being an amazing model!

Christie's Favorite Things this Week (4/4)

1. Salt Rock Night Light- I'm obsessed with these. I originally got the idea to put them in my bathroom to help me wind down while getting ready for bed from The Skinny Confidential podcast. I liked it so much I added another one to my bedroom.

2. NARS Tinted Moisturizer- Classic favorite since the Flybarre days. This tinted moisturizer is great for workouts or going out to run errands or hang out with friends.

3. Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask- Perfect to keep your lips moisturized at night. I also wear it all day long too! It works so well and doesn't make your lips chapped like some other lip glosses.

4. Kinship Supermello Moistering Gel Cream- I use this directly under my eyes and neck! This has been a favorite for me over the winter, and I will continue using it in the spring because it's very light, but moisturizing.

5. Cymbiotika Magnesium Oil Spray- Magnesium oil has been a game changer for my neck and shoulders while I sleep! I put this on right before bed and it helps relax my muscles for more comfortable sleep.

6. Tazo Vanilla Bean Macaron- Tastes delicious and is super comforting. There's a little bit of caffeine in it so I like to make myself a cup in the afternoon instead of having a third cup of coffee.

7. Yoga Blocks- You know I'm serious about my stretching! The yoga blocks have been great for adding extra intensity or allowing for more comfortable modifications during stretch sessions.

8. Judgement Detox by Gabby Bernstein- I started this book a few years ago, but recently picked it up again and finished it on Saturday. I love the meditations and EFT tapping scripts she offers in this book. The ocean wave meditation is my favorite.

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MCG Holiday Gift Guide

1. Bala Bangles

You've seen me use them in class and talk about them all the time! I'm obsessed. Not only are Balas super cute, but they're extremely effective. Use them for your workout regressions or progressions or spice up your daily walk. They're super easy to clean and travel with! The 1lb weights are my favorite. Get $5 off your bala purchase with this link.

2. The Patch Brand Vitamins

It's a little weird to take your vitamins from a sticker, but these babies really work! The sleep patch is my favorite. It calms my body down and helps me sleep through the night. The energy patch is perfect for those days you can't stop yawning, but still want to power through and get your work AND workout done.

3. The Skinny Confidential Ice Roller

One of my morning rituals is to ice roll my face. It helps wake me up before teaching an 8AM class and combats face bloat. Not to mention feels like an icy facial massage. I like to roll it over my jaw to soothe my TMJ. You're supposed to roll up your face and down your neck to boost lymphatic drainage in the body.

4. Milk Boss Pink Frother

You know I'm obsessed with my morning coffee! It wouldn't be the same delicousness without a frother. My favorite coffee drink this year has been pour over Starbuck coffee with honey, cinnamon, a twist of Himalayan salt, and almond milk creamer all frothed together.

5. Carbon38 Diamond Compression Set

Besides Takara Shines, Carbon38's Diamond Compression set is my favorite activewear set to workout in. The fabric hugs your body perfectly, doesn't roll, feels smooth, and doesn't cling to you too much. Use my code CHRISTIEHOR50 for 15% off your first two orders.

6. Atomic Habits - James Clear

I know this book has been on the top of the Amazon charts for over a year now, but I finally caved and started reading it. I'm obsessed. Now I'm thinking about all these systems I can implement to become my best self. One of my favorite quotes so far is, "It is a simple two-step process: Decide the type of person you want to be. Prove it to yourself with small wins." My second favorite part from the book is the Goldilocks Rule.

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Christie's Favorite Fall 2021 Things

1. Red (Taylor's Version) - Taylor Swift

This was my favorite Taylor album when it was released the first time in 2012, and I LOVE reliving it all over again with Taylor's Version.

2. Just Thrive Probiotic & Antioxidant

I started taking this Probiotic a little over a month ago to help with my gut health. I'd listened to several podcasts with the founders and decided to try it out. I take it directly after dinner, and have loved the results so far. Better digestion, clearer skin, and less bloating.

3. Versed Keep The Peace Cream Cleanser

The maskne is real. This cleanser includes 1.5% salicylic acid and feels creamy and calming on the skin. It also has this really cool sparkly appearance.

4. Partake Chocolate Chip

These cookies are vegan and gluten free and delicious. I have a big sweet tooth, and these cookies hit the spot without making me feel like I've had sweetness overload.

5. Spirulina

This is another supplement I've added into my daily routine. I love it! Spirulina helps blood flow, digestion, and improves muscle strength and endurance. Spirulina comes in a powder or pill form, but I prefer the pill form.

6. Atomic Habits - James Clear

I know this book has been on the top of the Amazon charts for over a year now, but I finally caved and started reading it. I'm obsessed. Now I'm thinking about all these systems I can implement to become my best self. One of my favorite quotes so far is, "It is a simple two-step process: Decide the type of person you want to be. Prove it to yourself with small wins."

Some of these include affiliate links!