Sweat now, care later? Why aftercare matters just as much as the session.

You’ve smashed a session. You’re drenched in glory (and sweat). Your legs are toast…but before you collapse on the couch or dive into the next Zoom call, let’s talk about something that’s often overlooked in the training cycle: aftercare.

Because what you do after the ride should matter just as much as the ride itself.

From sweat odour to skin irritation to technical fabric fatigue, your recovery starts with two key heroes: proper sports skincare and dedicated sport detergent. Here’s why your post-session ritual is just as important as your warm-up.

Say goodbye to stink: why normal detergent isn’t enough

Let’s be real. Regular detergent was made for regular dirt. It’s not built for soaked-through sports kit, embedded sweat odour or built up bacteria from back-to-back sessions.

Our ASS MAGIC 3-in-1 Enzyme based Kit Wash is purpose-built for athletes. An enzyme-based sport detergent, it penetrates deep into your gear’s technical fibres, breaking down sweat, body oils and odour-causing bacteria - without wrecking the stretch or breathability.

✔️ Works on lycra, mesh and technical fabrics
✔️ Effective even in cold washes (hot water breaks down technical fabrics)
✔️ Travel-sized options available for race weekends or gym sessions

If you care about your performance, you should care about your kit too.

Skin vs chafing: the eternal battle

Chafing is a reality of movement. High mileage, intense sweat, compression gear - it all creates the perfect storm for friction. While barrier creams are the first line of defence, what you apply after can make or break your recovery.

The ASS MAGIC Skin Repair Cream is your ultimate chafe aftercare tool. Formulated for irritated, inflamed and post-friction skin, it supports healing with lanolin, antibacterial properties and soothing hydration.

✔️ Use it post-shower
✔️ Keep one in your gym or bike bag
✔️ Especially handy for saddle sores, underarms, inner thighs and even under sports bras

Aftercare is performance care

You wouldn’t skip your cool-down or your protein shake. So why skip proper recovery for your skin and gear?

Build your sports skincare and kit care into your routine:

• Remove and rinse kit immediately post-session
  
• Use a proper sport detergent like our Kit Wash (soak, hand or machine wash)
  
• Post-shower, apply chafe solution or repair cream to hotspots
• Store your gear dry and clean for next time

Whether you’re training for a marathon, smashing trail runs or clocking time in the saddle, our sports aftercare range keeps your kit and your body ready for more.

→ Shop Kit Wash
→ Grab the Travel Pack
→ Shop Skin Repair Cream

Don’t just sweat hard. Recover smart.