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What's Really in Your Shower Water and Why It M...

The water coming out of your showerhead is not neutral. It carries chlorine, chloramines, heavy metals, and dissolved minerals that interact with your skin, your soap, and every product you...

Gear Washing for Ultramarathon Runners: Why You...

You spend serious money on technical running gear. The DWR coating on your rain shell. The anti-odor treatment in your merino kit. The moisture-wicking structure in your shorts. Most of...

Altitude Ultramarathons: How Elevation Changes ...

Running a mountain 100-miler is a different skin care challenge than a flat 100-miler. Altitude changes the equation in ways that most runners don't plan for.The Altitude Skin FactorsIncreased UV...

The Best Natural Ingredients for Trail Running ...

Every ingredient in a natural skin care product has a job. Here's the shortlist of ingredients that earn their place in a trail runner's kit — what they do and...

Post-Ultramarathon Skin Recovery: The 72-Hour P...

You crossed the finish line. You cried (no judgment), ate a burger, put on dry socks, and called your family. Now what? Your skin spent anywhere from 12 to 40...

Natural vs Synthetic Anti-Chafe Products: What ...

Walk the expo at any major ultra and you'll find a table full of anti-chafe products. Most runners grab whatever is familiar. Almost none of them read the ingredient label....