Why does my skin burn after exercise?

Hi there,

Thank you for your question.

Without knowing more about your experience it is difficult to address your situation specifically; however common causes of a burning sensation to the skin after exercise include, but are not limited to the following:

• Dilation of blood vessels: During aerobic exercise your heart rate increases to deal with your body’s increased demand for oxygen. Your blood vessels also dilate to accommodate an increase in blood flow. A red, hot or burning sensation to the face during and after exercise can be caused by the dilation of facial capillaries, which lie close to the surface of the skin.

•Sweat sensitivity: Some people are sensitive to substances secreted in perspiration, and may experience localised irritation of the skin, characterised by an itching or burning sensation when they sweat. This is most commonly experienced by people who have an underlying skin condition such as cholinergic urticaria.

•Skin disorders: Rosacea is a chronic skin condition characterised by facial redness, itching and a burning sensation. Aerobic exercise, with increased blood flow to the face and perspiration, is recognised as a trigger for the exacerbation of rosacea symptoms.

We hope we’ve answered your question!

Please don’t hesitate to ask us more questions about your skin. If you have any specific questions about Ego products, please don’t hesitate to contact our Customer Service Team on 1800 033 706 or email us at customer service@egopharm.com

Kind regards,
Ego Pharmaceuticals