By Sheila Arkee
My one and only son is turning six next month which means I’ve been hit by a tidal wave of nostalgia. From going through his leftover baby clothes to looking at photos and videos I’m taking daily trips down memories lane back to the time he was just born.
As easy as it is to romanticize those days it’s equally as way to forget the sleepless nights, exhaustion, and general weariness. When I became a mom my life had to change – I was going back to work shortly after he was born and had to figure out tricks that would make my newly busy life less stressed. For instance, the gym.
For about 8 years now the gym has been my sanctuary. It’s where I go to sweat and clear my head and being able to go is very important to me. The 2 hour evening workouts of my child-free days are a thing of the past, so I’ve had to adapt and learn how to consolidate my gym time to 30-40 minute stretches during the day. Being organized and prepared in advance is a huge part of making gym time possible. This means keeping all my necessities in a small gym bag – this is where mini-sized anything thrives! Taking a shower isn’t ever part of the gym equation, which is why Summers Eve Cleansing Cloths are indispensable.
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Brushing my teeth after lunch makes me feel fresh for the second half of my day.
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I like stretching in my office or getting out of the building and taking a short walk around the block to clear my mind.But if I can’t do either of those things I love keeping a fruity smelling chapstick (the Summer Fruit EOS is my favorite at the moment) on my desk and then everytime I put it on it feels like a tiny tropical getaway 🙂
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Oh… I work full time, have a 3 year old and have another one on the way… To stay fresh, I try to remember to shower. Hahaha 😉
Seriously, washing my hands does a lot to not feel greasy or sticky elsewhere. I’m always putting my hair up and down and constantly and
Absent mindedly touching my face…. I don’t freshen up all that often but washing my hands is def a preventative step for needing to
I live in a warm climate and must be out and about whether it be work, errands, or having fun. I use spray mist on face to freshen up my face during the day and femine wipes to freshen up my intimate areas as well.
I honestly don’t do anything to feel fresh throughout the day but would love to try something that would make me feel that way.
I make sure to go to the bathroom and refresh my hair – thanks to the mirror 😉
i use those oil blotting wipes and wet wipes to keep myself clean and fresh
As a full time mom I’m always on th e go. I’m still a lady so tou have to stay fresh. I’ve learned to do it quick an the S.E . Is always in my shower and I love the wipes for a quick freshen up. And the ph balencing deodarent is a must. Dry shampoo is a great product. I know women don’t like to admit to odars but it happens and we all extra tips on keeping fresh.
I stay fresh and clean throughout the day by washing my face morning and evening, taking a shower morning and evening, and spraying on Lady Gaga’s “Fame” perfume to smell good.
I like to touch up my makeup if it’s been a long day.
I try to brush my teeth or use floss after lunch for an instant refresher!
shower every day and use deodorant/anti-perspirant
wash face is what i do
I freshen up with mineral foundation powder (helps with the oil).
I use the refresher wipes & Love them. I bought the package & split it with my sister. I keep them in my purse for when I’m on my girlie or if I’m spending the day away from home.
I don’t do anything special but would like to learn how to stay even fresher.
I use baby powder.
I wash whatever needs a little touch up
I do a lot of walking to clear my mind.
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I simply wash my face a few times a day. I also use baby powder to feel fresh.
A quick wash of the face perks me up!
I take showers and change my clothes frequently if I need to feel fresh throughout the day.
I change my clothes frequently if I need to feel fresh.
Changing my clothes, washing my face and fresh perfume!!
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During a work day, i brush my teeth after lunch and I spray my face lightly with Evian. That seems to make me feel better, but I’ve been considering going to the gym during my lunch hour and these cloths might make it possible. I’ll pick some up and have a go
always keep deodorant and perfume with me
I use blotters to help keep fresh. My face gets oily throughout the day and it makes me feel icky.
I use scented body lotion throughout the day.
I wash my face and brush my teeth during the day as well as in morning & night. I also reapply deodorant!
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I keep fresh by using paper towels to remove shine from my face and keep my lip gloss handy
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I redo my hair and use blotting wipes whenever I get the chance to.
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I keep blotting tissues and deodorant in my gym bag to freshen up .
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I keep a pack of facial cleansing wipes in the car. They are great for cleaning your face but can also be used anywhere on your body that might need a little refreshing.
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I’ve got this great body mister that has a nice refreshing fresh scent that I can spray over all my skin. It refreshes me, and adds a great fragrance without being overpowering.
I always carry both perfume and deodorant in my purse.
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Shower daily, keep my face moisturized, brush my teeth twice a day and keep mints to use at work so my breath stays fresh.
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I have to blot my shiny skin with paper towel at some point during the day usually. I also freshen up with some body spray sometimes.
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A quick splash of cold water will sometimes really help!
I just use sensitive skin, hypoallergenic, fragrance free baby wipes when I can’t shower after the gym. Can use them all over, even on my face to wipe off the dried salt from sweating.
I wash my face and apply lotion. Take a quick shower and change clothes.
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wet wipes help for freshening up on-the-go
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I make sure to shower everyday, do my hair, use moisturizer and of course deodorant. If I need to freshen up I’ll either splash my face with water or use a facial wipe.
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It’s easy to stay fresh when you are home, but as a backpacker, and need to carry light, I’ll wipe up with a dry sheet to help smell fresh.
I use lavender spray
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i love using body spray
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I love to use body spray or perfume to make me feel fresh
I carry a small travel size antiperspirant and toothbrush and toothpaste in my purse so I can freshen up after lunch.
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I like to use oil blotting stuff for my face to keep fresh.
To feel fresh and clean-I shower-keep wet ones in my purse and add a sprinkling of baby powder to my body.
powder to keep the shine away!
I carry a small pack of baby wipes in my purse. Perfect to freshen up after a sweat.
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I use flushable baby wipes – have them in both bathrooms and in my car.
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i carry deodorant and wipes with me
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I shower daily.
I wash my hands and arms all the way up to my elbows. It sounds strange, but it really makes you feel cleaner.
I try and take cold showers. It’s great for the hair and skin.
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Wipes are so handy to keep fresh while at work. At home a quick shower will do the job but being at work makes things more difficult.
I start the day with lotion
Baby wipes are a must have to freshen up. Thanks
i like to keep rosewater in the fridge for a refreshing pick me up
i use wipes on hot days to stay fresh
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I use Baby wipes and I use a body spray to keep fresh all day
I use body spray to keep fresh during the day.
I shower at morning and at night and be sure to use perfume!
I carry wipes in my purse for emergencies.
I like to keep wipes with me at all times.It helpes wipe sweat away and keep you feeling fresh.
wet wipes are perfect for freshening up on-the-go 🙂
I use baby powder scented wipes on my arms and neck throughout the day to help feel clean and fresh as well as carry a tiny spritzer bottle of lemon juice and water to spray behind my knees.
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I wash and splash water on my face to stay feeling fresh and clean throughout the day
I shower daily 🙂
I splash water on my face and shower every day
i shower and wash my face alot
I use hand sanitizer throughout the day
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To stay feeling fresh and clean all day I put on deodorant and wash up before I leave the house!
I was my face and hands.
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I carry wipes and hand sanitizer.
I use deodorant many times thru out the day.
https://twitter.com/thomasmurphy40/status/373892248233984000
I carry wipes around and have body powder to apply through the day.
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Cool mist spray from bath & body works, also always have wipes and deodorant !
https://twitter.com/lpeavy/status/373921750129446912 tweeted!
I keep packets of wipes and a cologne spray in my purse at all times and use it often.
I use body fragrance spray
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I keep body mist with me all day
I use deodorant and keep wipes handy.
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i shower every morning & night and reapply my perfume during the day
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talcum powder and a spare deodorant in the purse for me.
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To stay feeling fresh throughout the day, I basically just try to stay clean. I wash my hands and use baby or sanitizing wipes. I try to blot off excess oil and keep my hair manageable.