The difference between these garments and your favorite fitness machine?
The good news is that this irritation can not only be treated but also prevented.
One common culprit for that wrist rash?
Stocksy
Never taking breaks from wearing your tracker is another recipe forskin irritation, according to Aguilar.
And sometimes skin irritation is due to a full-blown allergy, adds Houshmand.
How to Prevent Rashes From Your Fitness Tracker
The simplest solution?
Give your skin a break from your fitness tracker, says Houshmand.
Aguilar also advises against wearing the band too tight against your skin to prevent any unnecessary rubbing.
Regularly cleaning your skin and wearable can also help stave off the potential for skin irritation, adds Aguilar.
That way, both surfaces will stay as dry and bacteria-free as possible to mitigate any risk of infection.
“Look for moisturizers that includelipidsandceramides.
These ingredients are vital to maintaining skin barrier integrity.”
Don’t wear the tracker, she says.
If your skin doesn’t come into contact with the irritant, then it won’t get more irritated.
Once you’re tracker-free, she says to wash the affected area with warm soap and water.
Houshmand also recommends wipingpetroleum jellyover troubled skin for added protection while you heal.
Most rashes and irritation from your watch can last anywhere from a few days to 3 weeks.
