Your Guide to Treating Bacne

Have you ever experienced being followed by that one annoying friend who seems to “accidentally” bump into you everywhere you go? I am sure that this has happened to you at least once in your life. In skincare terms, acne is that same annoying friend that finds you no matter where you go and what you do. We like to believe that it is alright for as long as it occasionally occurs on the face, but it can go places, and we mean it!

Acne can affect any part of your body that has oil-secreting glands or hair follicles, including your back, chest, and shoulders. Back acne is the result of an accumulation of dead skin cells and sebum within the pores in the skin, combined with an overgrowth of a common skin bacteria, Cutibacterium Acnes, which triggers an inflammatory response. Sebaceous glands monitor oil production in your skin, exist all over your body, and can get blocked no matter where they are. Oil glands continue to produce oil, but when it backs up, your body sees this as foreign material and creates inflammation,

Using a clear set of body care products that are non-irritating and toxin-free, but inculcating a few habits that will go a long way in treating acne is as important. Few tips that can help you treat bacne are:

• Regularly washing bed linens, towels, and pillowcases
• Avoiding wearing things that rub against the back, such as backpacks
• Exercising in loose-fitting clothes made from natural fibers, such as cotton
• Showering and changing clothes immediately after exercise or using cleansing wipes
• Washing workout clothes and equipment after each use
• Using oil-free skin care products and cosmetics.

Having said that, we have curated a list of products that will help you treat bacne and give your skin a soft, plum radiance that you and your back will fall in love with. 

Chemist at Play Acne Control Body Wash with Ceramides

The first and most step in treating bacne is to get a cleanser that knows just the trick, and this cleanser stands by its name. It is enriched with Salicylic Acid, which works to deep cleanse the entire body while decongesting pores and thus, eliminating back acne, without drying out your skin. This body wash is made with essential ceramides and everything clean to keep bacne at bay. 

CGG Cosmetics Vitamin C Gel Exfoliating Body Scrub

Using a gentle body scrub can go a long way in reducing the appearance of bacne. This incredible body scrub is made with the power of Vitamin C which treats acne to the core and frees up clogged pores. It does not dry your skin out and makes your skin feel soft and supple throughout the day. 

Dr. Sheth’s Tea Tree & Lactic Acid Body Lotion with Salicylic Acid & Liquorice

Build up of oily and irritating products can be a major cause of clogged pores which leads to acne. This mind-blowing body lotion is non-sticky and crafted with a blend of AHAs & BHAs which works to unclog & clarify congested pores which curb the formation of acne & improves skin texture. This body lotion also improves the texture and tone of your skin to give you that innate glow. 

Minimalist 11% Glycolic Acid & Tranexamic Acid Body Exfoliator

Made with a combination of powerful actives, this overnight exfoliator works wonders for treating and improving acne. It is enriched with a combination of Glycolic Acid & Salicylic Acid that helps smoothen skin, slough away dead skin cells, and provide clearer skin with an even tone. 

Fixderma Salyzap Body Spray for Acne

Your quick fix for calming down annoying acne that goes everywhere you do. Made with a combination of acne-fighting ingredients, it is a simple, non-irritating, yet highly effective body spray. This body spray helps clear pores, kills bacteria, and calms redness. It is best for when you are indulging in sweaty physical activities as sweat is the worst for acne and may cause severe inflammation.