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How To Get Rid Of Back Acne

Some people may think that acne only affects the face; however, it can occur anywhere on your body. Acne can be on your neck, shoulders, chest, buttocks and back. The causes range and are often a result of a frustrating combination of dead skin cells, sebum oil buildup, inflammation, bacteria and plugged up pores.

Certain reasons can be the cause for back acne in particular. One is your clothing; with snug fitting clothes, your skin may not be able to breathe as much and this can lead to irritation and possibly more sweat. Acne mechanica is another problem to take into consideration. This is a type of acne that is generally found on the back, and is due to foreign objects frequently rubbing up against the skin. An example for this is wearing a backpack frequently or for long periods of time.

Home Remedies for Back Acne

One thing you can do at home to get rid of back acne is to not forget about your back when you're in the shower. Not bothering to remove toxins, buildup of oil, dirt, sweat, skin cells and other irritants from your back can lead to acne. Though it can hard to reach, loofahs and sponges with elongated handles are available to help out with this otherwise tricky cleansing procedure.

Toothpaste can be used for more than just cleaning your teeth. In this case, it can actually help to dry back acne that is caused by the overproduction of oil from glands under the skin. To help get rid of your back acne, directly apply a thin blanket of toothpaste onto your pimples and zits. Keep the paste there for around a half an hour or until it is dried up. Then carefully wash it off your skin with cool water. Do not use soap for this process. As long as it doesn't irritate your skin further, you can try this once daily.

Best Treatment for Back Acne

One of the most common treatments for anyone looking to get rid of back acne is benzoyl peroxide. Finding a cream with benzoyl peroxide can help with bacteria and drying up sebum oil. Keep in mind that when applying this to larger regions on the back, keep the potency of benzoyl peroxide on the low side - 2.5%. This is because high amounts of this on certain areas of your skin can cause irritation including peeling and burning. Also, high amounts of benzoyl peroxide can actually worsen breakouts.

Sometimes tossing aside your usual soap in replacement of a body cleanser or body wash that is designed specifically to wash sensitive skin may be the way to go when treating back acne. This is because a normal soap that may encourage irritation and inflammation may worsen acne or cause future breakouts. Make sure to glance at the product's ingredients. Avoid ingredients such as mineral oil or sodium lauryl sulfate. Also stay away from soap that includes added perfumes and artificial smells. Gently clean your back twice a day with a sensitive body wash to help get rid of back acne.