An Ode To Sweaty Girls: How To Not Look Like A Hot Mess In This Humidity
If you clicked on this, you probably know a thing or two about sweating your a$$ off in the summer… And no, I’m not talking about a little bronzy glow. I mean, I’m giving “I just ran a half marathon” vibes from simply standing in the sun and giving HOT girl summer a whole new meaning.
Now, three years ago, I would take notice of the beads of sweat forming on my forehead and beeline to the closest air conditioning, but 2024 me is not letting a little perspiration stop me from having a good time. So here I am doing my due diligence and being resourceful so we sweaty girls can make it through the day without looking like we just got out of a swimming pool. I’m not going to lie and say we’re out here beating the heat, but if you’re in the market for beauty products that will help you tolerate the rest of summer, scroll down.
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Face Products For Sweaty Gals
Clean & Clear Oil Control Papers
IMO, this is an “in case of emergencies” must-have. Throwing Clean & Clear Oil Control Papers in your pocket or bag when you go out is essentially a sweaty girl’s right of passage. One blot absorbs any shine and controls sweat within seconds (without completely taking off your makeup).
Clean & Clear Oil-Absorbing Sheets
$22.99
One/Size Mattifying Waterproof Setting Spray
Say it with me: there’s a difference between dewy skin and a sweaty face. To keep you from looking like you just finished playing an Olympic tennis match, you’ll want to try One/Size Mattifying Waterproof Setting Spray. It’s by far the best setting spray I’ve tried. It’s rub-proof, transfer-proof, and waterproof… all while keeping your skin looking matte all day (with no touch-ups needed)
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Mattifying Waterproof Setting Spray
$32.00
Tarte Creaseless Setting Powder
You know when your makeup reaches the crusty stage and under your eyes starts to crease? Can’t relate. Tarte Creaseless Setting Powder is truly MAGICAL (don’t believe me, here’s proof). Not only does it set my makeup in place, but it BRIGHTENS. My undereyes are more dreadful than the dark night, and the pink shade helps bring me back to life. The wear time is also impeccable… so 10 stars from me.
Creaseless loose setting powder
$36.00
Hair Products For Sweaty Gals
ColorWow Dream Coat Anti-Frizz Treatment
If you’ve been living under a rock, the ColorWow Dream Coat Anti-Frizz Treatment has been all over TikTok for over a year…, and lemme be the one to tell you it lives up to the hype. Take it from me. I have chronically frizzy hair that puts Hagrid and Maui from Moana to shame, and this product tamed me in the most horrid of humidities.
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ColorWow Dream Coat Anti-Frizz Treatment
$28.00
Ouai Matte Pomade
For those of you who need to feel the breeze on the back of your neck — same. An up-do/ slick back is my bestie, and Ouai Matte Pomade helps me execute. This product helps tame even your most unruly flyaways and doesn’t make your hair feel crunchy or sticky. It’s very easy to distribute the product and work with it to get the desired look you want, AND it doesn’t make your hair look like you just dipped it in a fast food greaser.
Matte Pomade
$26.00
Dae Cactus Fruit 3-in-1 Styling Cream
This one is a newer product for me, but she has yet to let me down. The Dae Cactus Fruit 3-in-1 Styling Cream gives the sisterhood of the traveling pants… in other words, everyone can find a use for this. Whether you want to prep a blowout, define your curls or create a sleek hairstyle, this product will execute (and save you shelf space). Life Hack: they just came out with a travel taming wand version so you can stay sleek on the go.
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Cactus Fruit 3-in-1 Styling Cream
$30.00
Body Products For Sweaty Gals
Degree Ultraclear 72Hr Anti Perspirant and Deodorant
I’m gonna be honest- there is zero reason we should be stinking up the place this summer. With all of the deodorants in the world, there’s gotta be one that works for you. My holy grail is Degree Ultraclear 72Hr Anti Perspirant and Deodorant. This is one loyal mf as it prevents yellow stains on your clothes (because ew), keeps your pitties dry, AND has smart capsules that respond to motion (so when the more you move, the fresher you smell). I never would’ve thought I’d feel so passionately about a deodorant… but here we are.
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Degree Ultraclear 72Hr Anti Perspirant and Deodorant
$4.99
Megababe Anti Chafe Stick
As a victim of thigh chafing, I’m allowed to *shamelessly* call it chub rub… But regardless of its name, it sucks. There’s nothing worse than a piercing burn between your thighs and your skin rubbing together so hard that it feels like it can start a fire. Megababe Anti Chafe Stick will become your bestie as it eases the friction and creates a barrier that allows your thighs to rub and glide smoothly against each other.
Thigh Rescue Anti-Friction Stick
$13.99
Megababe Anti Boob Sweat Powder
When it comes to the big titty committee, I feel you. There’s nothing worse than looking down and seeing sweat stains in the middle of your torso (I mean, they totally don’t go with our outfits). I’ve been relying on Megababe Anti Boob Sweat Powder to absorb sweat before it hits my clothes, and trust me, it executes.
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Bust Dust
$15.99
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Alex Teri