10 Active Dry Powder Do's and Don'ts
Nov 10, 2017
Why Active Dry Powder Matters for Teens
Let’s be real: growing up can be sweaty, messy, and sometimes awkward. Whether you’re hitting the gym, running between classes, or just dealing with a hot Texas summer, staying fresh isn’t always easy—especially for teens. That’s where Active Dry Powder comes in. It’s a simple, natural way to keep skin dry, comfortable, and odor-free, without harsh chemicals or weird ingredients. But using it the right way makes all the difference!
Below, we break down the top do’s and don’ts to help you get the most out of your powder—so you can stay confident, all day long.
The Do’s
1. Do Apply to Clean, Dry Skin
For best results, always use Active Dry Powder right after a shower or bath. This way, your skin is clean and ready to soak up the powder’s benefits.
For best results, always use Active Dry Powder right after a shower or bath. This way, your skin is clean and ready to soak up the powder’s benefits.
2. Do Use the Right Amount
A little goes a long way! Sprinkle a small amount into your hand or directly onto the area you want to keep dry, then gently pat or rub it in.
A little goes a long way! Sprinkle a small amount into your hand or directly onto the area you want to keep dry, then gently pat or rub it in.
3. Do Target Sweat-Prone Spots
Focus on areas that get sweaty—like underarms, feet, back, or even inside your shoes. It’s great for sports, gym class, or any time you’re on the move.
Focus on areas that get sweaty—like underarms, feet, back, or even inside your shoes. It’s great for sports, gym class, or any time you’re on the move.
4. Do Reapply as Needed
If you’re extra active or it’s a super hot day, it’s totally fine to reapply during the day for extra freshness.
If you’re extra active or it’s a super hot day, it’s totally fine to reapply during the day for extra freshness.
5. Do Store in a Cool, Dry Place
Keep your powder away from humidity (like a steamy bathroom) to prevent clumping and keep it working its best.
Keep your powder away from humidity (like a steamy bathroom) to prevent clumping and keep it working its best.
The Don’ts
6. Don’t Use on Broken or Irritated Skin
If your skin is cut, scraped, or already irritated, skip the powder until you’re healed.
If your skin is cut, scraped, or already irritated, skip the powder until you’re healed.
7. Don’t Overdo It
Using too much can make skin feel cakey or leave visible residue. Start small—you can always add more if you need it.
Using too much can make skin feel cakey or leave visible residue. Start small—you can always add more if you need it.
8. Don’t Share Your Powder
It might seem harmless, but sharing personal care products can spread germs. Keep your powder to yourself!
It might seem harmless, but sharing personal care products can spread germs. Keep your powder to yourself!
9. Don’t Ignore Ingredients
Always check the label—Prep U’s Active Dry Powder is talc-free and made with safe, plant-based ingredients, but not all powders are created equal.
Always check the label—Prep U’s Active Dry Powder is talc-free and made with safe, plant-based ingredients, but not all powders are created equal.
10. Don’t Forget to Wash Off at Night
Just like any skincare product, it’s important to wash off powder before bed to let your skin breathe and stay healthy.
Just like any skincare product, it’s important to wash off powder before bed to let your skin breathe and stay healthy.
FAQs: Everything You Want to Know About Active Dry Powder
Q: What exactly does Active Dry Powder do?
Active Dry Powder helps soak up sweat, fights odor, and keeps your skin feeling fresh—especially in places that get sticky or sweaty (think underarms, feet, or even inside your shoes). It’s a simple way to stay dry and comfortable, no matter how active your day gets.
Active Dry Powder helps soak up sweat, fights odor, and keeps your skin feeling fresh—especially in places that get sticky or sweaty (think underarms, feet, or even inside your shoes). It’s a simple way to stay dry and comfortable, no matter how active your day gets.
Q: Is it safe for teens and sensitive skin?
Yes! Prep U’s formula is talc-free, fragrance-free, and made with gentle, plant-based ingredients like arrowroot and kaolin clay. It’s designed for teens and anyone with sensitive skin—no harsh chemicals or weird stuff.
Yes! Prep U’s formula is talc-free, fragrance-free, and made with gentle, plant-based ingredients like arrowroot and kaolin clay. It’s designed for teens and anyone with sensitive skin—no harsh chemicals or weird stuff.
Q: Can I use it every day?
Definitely. Most people use it right after showering, and it’s totally fine to reapply if you’re extra active, playing sports, or just want to freshen up.
Definitely. Most people use it right after showering, and it’s totally fine to reapply if you’re extra active, playing sports, or just want to freshen up.
Q: Where should I use Active Dry Powder?
Anywhere you get sweaty or sticky: underarms, feet, back, thighs, or inside shoes. Just make sure your skin is clean and dry before you apply.
Anywhere you get sweaty or sticky: underarms, feet, back, thighs, or inside shoes. Just make sure your skin is clean and dry before you apply.
Q: Can I use it on my face?
It’s best to stick to your body. If you’re looking for help with oily or acne-prone facial skin, Prep U’s Foaming Daily Face Wash is a better pick!
It’s best to stick to your body. If you’re looking for help with oily or acne-prone facial skin, Prep U’s Foaming Daily Face Wash is a better pick!
Q: Will it leave a white residue on my clothes?
If you use a small amount and rub it in well, you shouldn’t see any residue. Start with less—you can always add more if you need it.
If you use a small amount and rub it in well, you shouldn’t see any residue. Start with less—you can always add more if you need it.
Q: Is it just for athletes?
Nope! It’s perfect for anyone—whether you’re on the field, at the gym, or just want to stay dry during a busy day at school.
Nope! It’s perfect for anyone—whether you’re on the field, at the gym, or just want to stay dry during a busy day at school.
Q: What makes Prep U’s powder different from other powders?
Our formula skips talc, parabens, and other questionable ingredients. It’s made for teens, by parents who care about what goes on your skin. Plus, it’s cruelty-free and made in small batches for quality.
Our formula skips talc, parabens, and other questionable ingredients. It’s made for teens, by parents who care about what goes on your skin. Plus, it’s cruelty-free and made in small batches for quality.
Q: Can I use it if I have eczema or really sensitive skin?
Most people with sensitive skin do great with our powder, but if you have eczema or a skin condition, check with your dermatologist first—just to be safe.
Most people with sensitive skin do great with our powder, but if you have eczema or a skin condition, check with your dermatologist first—just to be safe.
Ingredient Spotlight
Arrowroot Powder: Naturally absorbs moisture without clogging pores.
Kaolin Clay: Gentle on skin, helps keep you feeling dry and comfortable.
Botanical Extracts: Soothe and protect, with a light, fresh scent.
Kaolin Clay: Gentle on skin, helps keep you feeling dry and comfortable.
Botanical Extracts: Soothe and protect, with a light, fresh scent.
Ready to Stay Fresh All Day?
Staying comfortable shouldn’t be complicated. With a few easy habits and the right products, you can beat sweat and odor—no stress, no harsh chemicals. Ready to give it a try? Check out Prep U’s Active Dry Powder and see how simple staying fresh can be.
Got more questions? Drop us a line, or explore more teen hygiene tips on the Prep U blog!
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