There are some options than can help to reduce the likelihood of having issues. The big key is going to be avoiding rough materials or things that move too much. This is the same thing that’s going to cause chafing under the arms, between the thighs, below the sports bra and even on the toes. If you have a hot spot area, then the tips that follow can be useful for all of them.

Apply a lubricant to chafe-prone parts: Your inner thighs and under arms are common hotspots. Apply some of the products mentioned below. Wear the right clothes: Cotton is a big no-no, as it absorbs sweat and stays wet, which makes chafing worse. Make sure your gear fits right, as if it’s too small or too baggy, the material will rub you more. Also, cut the tags out of your clothes as these can often cause irritation. In the U.K., the standard sizes are 16mm (small), 20mm (medium) and 24mm (large). A larger 28mm size is available online but can be difficult to find. Chafing, a runner’s rite of passage, is the result of friction that occurs when skin rubs against itself or clothing. As anyone who has endured an excruciating postrun shower on freshly grazed skin knows, prevention is all-important.Wear a specialty designed men’s sports bra. These come in many styles. There are men’s sports bras available that provide padding as well as some that provide compression over the area. Finding one that works for you is trial and error. Finding one that fits is essential to help nipple problems with exercise. Male bras that ride up because they are too small or cause increased friction because they are too big may exacerbate the problem. Compression shirts may eliminate friction or if they do not fit well, they may exacerbate the problem by causing friction and pressure over sensitive nipple tissue. You gotta get some glide on those nips before you get going and personally if I were prone to chafing, I’d just slap on the nipple tape because I’m not interested in pain. 3. Wear Seamless Sports Bras The first step, no matter the severity, is ensuring the area is clean and dry. Gently wash with warm water, a non-irritating, non-perfumed and natural soap. Gently dry the area by pressing the towel (gently) into the skin, holding for a few seconds to allow the water to be absorbed, and then going to the next area. Do not rub or use a hair dryer. The nipple skin is very sensitive and thinner than other types of skin. The next most common phrase by men interviewed had the words, “the shower!” in them. Apparently, getting into a shower post-run with nipple chafe can be likened to someone stabbing you repeatedly in the chest with icicle knives. How to Heal?

Make sure that the soaps, shampoos and laundry detergents that you use are not making the condition worse. Having a 6-week trial of a natural product that is free of skin irritating chemicals to determine if the situation improves may be worth trying. Bacterial or fungal infection: Moisture from sweating can even cause a fungal or bacterial infection because of excess yeast if your nipple is irritated Ordinary adhesive tape isn’t up to the job because it’s not designed to be kind to skin. Nipple tape is fashioned of a specific cotton-based adhesive that won’t chafe skin areas, no matter how much your chest jiggles during your run.Are you allowed to whimper or flinch during this process? Of course! You’re all alone, so your running buddies don’t have to see you freak out—though there’s a good chance they’re busy grimacing at home while engaged in their own tape removal ritual! The risk gets worse in the winter when the skin tends to harden, say experts. Who Gets Runner’s Nipple or Jogger’s Nipple?

Keep yourself hydrated. Water is important to keep the body hydrated and performance at its best as well as help to reduce the risk of chafing. Drink plenty of water before, during and after exercise will enable you to perspire freely so the perspiration doesn’t dry into salt crystals that can aggravate the chafing. You already know one size doesn’t fit all, and that’s why Neplex provides a trimming option so that everyone can get a personalised fit. Adhesive-free The size of your nipple area will obviously determine whether you need a larger piece to do the job.

Wash the shield with hot soapy water, rinse with clean water, dry carefully and store in a clean container.