Using Scrub or Loofah Can Worsen Back Acne

Dream - Besides the face, acne often appears on the back. Although often covered by clothing, back acne still disturbs a person's comfort and appearance. Moreover, if back acne feels sore and painful.

Back acne is not a normal thing to experience and must be immediately addressed. There are various ways to overcome it. You can consult with a dermatologist, deal with it yourself at home, or do both.

Quoted from an Instagram post by Dermatologist, Yessica Tania, here are some ways to treat back acne.

1. Know the Type of Acne

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Back acne is divided into two types, mild and severe. The condition of acne can be seen from the amount, depth, and pain it causes.

A small amount of acne that doesn't hurt indicates that your acne is mild or moderate. But if the acne is deep, numerous, and painful, it means your acne is severe.

If you have severe back acne, you need to consult a dermatologist to effectively treat it. Meanwhile, mild acne can be self-treated by following the following efforts.

2. Change Clothes When Sweating

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Change clothes immediately when sweating to prevent back acne. If necessary, take a shower immediately after activities or exercise to ensure that your skin remains clean and free from the potential for acne.

3. Avoid Tight Clothing

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If you want to wear tight clothing, make sure you don't wear it too often. Wearing tight clothing can trigger the appearance of back acne due to friction or sweat sticking to the clothes. Wear loose and sweat-absorbing clothing to stay comfortable and free from back acne.

4. Pay Attention to Body Cleansing

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Do not use harsh cleansers or items when showering, such as scrubs and loofahs. Harsh shower tools or soaps will worsen back acne. Use gentle shower tools and soaps. Yessica also suggests shampooing first before using soap.

5. Use the Right Soap

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Use soap that contains benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid to treat back acne. Leave it on for 5 minutes after use and rinse with clean water.

You can also use leave-on products, such as serums, lotions, or sprays that contain salicylic acid, retinol derivatives, or other active acne prevention ingredients.

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