We know we probably shouldn't wear a full face of makeup to the gym, but we all do it from time to time. If you’ve got to squeeze a class into your lunch break, you just may not have the time to remove your makeup before your session and then reapply it all again after. Sometimes you might just need that little confidence boost to get you through your workout.

If you are going to wear makeup while you exercise, you need lightweight formulas that will let your skin breathe and that will last as long as you can. We've rounded up our top products that will see you through your workout, and a few makeup bag must-haves to give you a quick touch up afterwards, with minimal fuss and maximum impact.

Keep it simple

To give your skin the chance to breathe, we recommend forgoing the foundation and just using a cream concealer to touch up your skin where it needs it the most. 

Ready, steady, GLOW

Give cheeks a healthy flush of colour with a neutral shade blush (you don't want to go for anything too strong as you'll probably work up some colour in your cheeks anyway!) Our Watercolour Liquid Blush is perfect for the job – its lightweight formula won't weigh the skin down, plus the silicon base means it's water-resistant, sweat-proof and rub-proof, so will stay in place all day long. We love Glamour, as it doesn't have a shimmer. If you're working up a sweat, you don't really need anymore shine!

Our top tip: avoid using a heavy moisturiser under your makeup. Your skin will feel greasy and your makeup will slide even if you use waterproof and water-resistant formulas and a primer as a base.

Define and conquer

Our Waterproof Velvet Eyeliners are super long wearing – once applied, they stay put all day, so no more panda eyes if you’re working up a sweat!

Shine control

If you’re in a hurry once you’ve stepped off the treadmill, try controlling any shine with our Invisible Veil Blotting Powder. It comes with a mirror in the lid, which is great if you’re on the go.