A daily use of a mild exfoliate in the shower each day can also help manage the removal of excess dead skin cells. The most difficult part of treating bacne is the location and that it is out of sight. Using a back scrubber to mildly wash with can assist in using a mild cleanser to gently scrub the back. As with all forms of acne, a person should refrain from using harsh or abrasive cleaners so the skin will not become irritated or inflamed.
Once out of the shower, blot the skin dry with a clean towel then apply an acne treatment spray that includes antibacterial agents to the back and shoulder area. There are products that allow treatment of the area in an even manner with a 360-degree spray nozzle.
Stubborn back acne is a hereditary problem that often requires oral antibiotics. The acne that appears on the back is more stubborn than acne on the face and more resistant to treatment. Because the skin on the back is also tougher than the skin on the face, bacne can be treated more aggressively. Using mild cleansers that contain benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid can help with milder or occasional outbreaks.
Because perspiration and bacteria aggravates the condition, always wear clean bras and T-shirts when working out and put a clean towel down before lying on exercise machines or mats in a gym. Never go directly from a workout to a steam room, always take a shower after a sweaty workout to get rid of dirt and bacteria.
Heat and increased circulation caused by exercise increases the production of sebum, the skin's natural oil. Acne is caused by excess sebum production that hardens and forms a plug to clog the pores. Dead skin cells, bacteria and additional sebum behind the plug form infection.
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