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Tabatha H.
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How to keep sweat out of eyes?

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Other than a sweat band that makes you look like a 70's Roller Skating Disco Queen.....how do you keep sweat out of your eyes when you are running?

Update: Thanks everyone for the great suggestions. I'm going to check out some of the recommendations...if all else fails, I'll follow Morey's advice and be a Disco Queen!

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  • Dan M.
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    I'm sure there are others but www.sweatgutr.com is a thin PVC headband that channels sweat away from your eyes. Never tried it but it does get good reviews.

    A little more traditional www.sweatvac.com makes hats, visors and dew-rags from tech fabrics. I've been using the stubby since 2007 for both running and cycling. It keeps me warmer when cold and cooler when hot.

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  • Brian W.
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    Petroleum jelly (Vaseline) smeared on eyebrows & eye lids, ( not so good for ladies wearing eye make up though)

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  • MichaelPRO
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    I've always just worn a running hat. Make sure you have the front of it low against your forehead and not up over your hair.

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  • Kari E.
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    Yep, I'm with Michael - it's a running hat for me. Far more attractive than the Disco Queen sweat band!

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  • Wanda
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    Another vote for a hat. I almost can't run without one :)

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  • Brian S.
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    I always use a hat. I have 1 from Nike that wicks sweat and I can wash it easily in the sink. not only does it help with sweat in my eyes but good to keep your head covered since the risk of sunburn on your scalp and possibly skin cancer is so common now.

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  • Gozling
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    I wear a really light visor. I like the air hitting the top of my head and it is cool in the summer. I wear a bbcap in the winter.

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  • Cathy K.
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    Head Sweats hat or visor. I sweat so much I have to use a small towel as well.

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  • Joli S.
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    I wear bondi band headbands and LOVE them. They don't look like the 80's sweatband thankfully, looks more like a bandana. Holds my bangs back and keeps the sweat out of my eyes. After long runs I almost have to ring it out....ewwww, I know. ;)

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  • Ben K.PRO
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    I second Dan M. for the running hat from sweatvac.com. I've got bunch and they work great. Not only do they help keep sweat out of your eyes but the bill can block the sun, a light rain, I've even pulled it down when running throu gnats once. If it's really hot and you are running past some sprinklers let it get wet and put it back on to cool your head. A good running hat has lots of uses.

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  • Morey B.
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    me- I don't sweat. but if I did, I'd definitely go with the 70's roller skating disco queen look. Make your own style!

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  • Amanda B.
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    I second the Bondi Bands. Tried them over a month ago, and haven't looked back since!

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