Hypochlorous Spray: The Post- Workout Skincare Saviour

Recently, I had the honour of joining the Solis x Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation even–a powerful date of fitness, community, and giving back to support breast cancer research.

As a proud supporter and a small business sponsor, I came on behalf of Smuve Skin to contribute a skincare gift with purpose: a $20 gift card towards a Smuve Signature Glow facial for the month of June + hypochlorous spray. This gentle-but-mighty spray is more than just a facial mist–its a post-sweat essential, a skin saviour for acne-prone and sensitive skin types, and a perfect example of how wellness and skincare go hand in hand.

Let's dive into what makes this product so incredible–especially after a workout.

What is Hypochlorous Spray?

Hypochlorous acid (HOCI) is a molecule your white blood cells naturally produce to fight bacteria, heal wounds, and reduce inflammation. In skincare, its bottled into a non-toxic, antibacterial spray that supports your skin's natural defenses–gently and effectively.

Key Benefits:

• Balances the skin microbiome

• Reduces acne-causing bacteria

• Calms redness and irritation

• Speeds up healing and preps skin for facials like microneedling

• Generally safe for all skin types

Why It's a Post-Workout Must-Have

Sweating is great for detoxing–but it can wreak havod on your skin if you don't cleanse properly after. Whether you're coming from a group fitness class or a solo gym session, hypochlorous spray is a fast and effective way to reset your skin.

Here's how it helps:

• Cleanses skin without over-drying

• Prevents post-sweat breakouts

• Soothes friction-induced irritation (hello, sports bras & bra straps)

• Fights bacteria buildup on your face, chest, hands, and back

• Gives a cooling and refreshing feel on-the-go

Pro Tip: Keep one in your gym bag, and spritz it on after every workout. Allow it to fully dry down before apply anything other skincare. This doesn't replace actually cleansing your face but it is certainly helpful if you are on-the-go.

Who Should Use Hypochlorous Spray?

Its safe, effective and fits beautifully into almost any skincare routine.

Typically safe for:

• Acne-prone skin

• Reactive or sensitive skin

• Pre/ Post microneedling healing

• Eczema or rosacea-prone clinets

• Teens & tweens just starting skincare

• People who exercise frequently or sweat oftern

Also pregnancy-safe and dermatologist recommended.

Who Should Use with Caution?

Although it's very gentle, there are a few cases where you should pause or consult:

• Chronic (ongoing, not easily resolved) eczema, rosacea or acne

• Known allergy to chlorine or hypochlorous

• Skin that is already overly dry

• Plan to mix with actives or antioxidants. In cases where you do, be sure to allow it to fully dry down before apply other skincare and avoid using it with skincare that is already drying.

Supporting Skin & a Cause: Solis x Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation Event

Being part of this event was about more than skincare– it was about community, support, and healing in all forms. Breast cancer affects so many of us, directly or through someone we love. At Smuve Skin, wellness, consists of caring for our bodies and that includes your bodies largest organ–skin.

I'm so proud to have contributed complimentary hypochlorous spray samples to guests as a part of our sponsorship, and I hope each bottle served as a small reminder: healing is multi-layered, and your skin deserves just as much as your heart and body.

Final Thoughts

Whether you're focused on recovering after a great workout, healing breakouts, or just simplifying your skincare, hypochlorous spray is an effective- no fuss product to incorporate into your routine.

It's clean, it's calming and it's so worth adding into your glow routine.

Here's to stronger skin, stronger communities and supporting one another–inside and out.

With love & light,

Kayla Clarke

Founder & Esthetician, Smuve Skin