7 Ways To Get Rid Of Bacne

Acne is not just limited to your face and can show up on other parts of your body, even your back. If you’re dealing with acne on your back, aka bacne, you may feel embarrassed to wear backless tops and other trendy outfits that show skin.

However, you can build self-confidence and add these activities to your self-care to manage bacne. Here are seven ways to get rid of bacne and have smooth skin:

Use a scrubbing brush

A scrubbing brush with a long arm will make it easier to reach your back. Use this brush to gently scrub your entire back whenever you shower or bathe to prevent building up of dirt and excess oil on your pores. Make sure to not scrub your back harshly or it will irritate your skin.

Apply a benzoyl peroxide cleanser

An emollient (softening or smoothening skin) benzoyl peroxide foam wash can kill acne-causing bacteria. It is designed to be a body wash that can unclog the pores on your back and adding it to your daily routine can help clear out acne.

You can put this cleanser on your scrubbing brush to help control bacne and decrease the chances of flare-ups. These are readily available in your department store or local pharmacy.

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Exfoliate your back few times a week

One can choose a scrub that will remove dead skin and oil. It can be a scrub which combines chemical exfoliation such as lactic acid and physical exfoliator like microdermabrasion granules.

Gently massage the scrub on damp skin before you shower to help prevent breakouts. However, if your skin feels itchy and irritated, avoid the scrub and consult a dermatologist.

Spot treatment

If you only have a few pimples, you can spot treat them directly with an acne mask. Ingredients such as sulphur, camphor, salicylic acid, and tea tree oil are effective.

To fully cover the spots, ask a friend or a family member to help you reach the targeted areas.

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Try a chemical peel

A chemical peel is a procedure that removes the outermost layer of your skin and can be an effective option to treat your bacne quickly. You can go for an over-the-counter option or make an appointment with a dermatologist for best results.

For OTC chemical peels, follow the instructions given on the packaging carefully to avoid harming your skin.

Add probiotics to your diet

Fermented foods like kimchi, miso, yoghurt, kombucha, apple cider vinegar and kefir can boost your skin’s health. You can also take probiotic supplements to your diet.

Probiotics improve your gut health and fight inflammation. Adding these to your diet can balance the gut-skin connection and prevent acne from forming.

Wear loose and breathable clothing

Materials like cotton and those that absorb or draw off moisture easily can help prevent bacne. Body hugging clothing which is tight and non-breathable can trap sweat, bacteria and oil inside your pores. It can also lead to friction that can easily irritate your hair follicles, thus to avoid bacne, wear loose clothing and allow your skin to breathe freely.

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