What causes back acne and how can it be prevented. What are the different types of back acne lesions. How can back acne be effectively treated at home and by a dermatologist. What lifestyle changes can help reduce bacne outbreaks.

Understanding the Causes and Triggers of Back Acne

Back acne, commonly referred to as ‘bacne’, is a prevalent skin condition affecting over half of people who struggle with acne. But what exactly causes these pesky blemishes on our backs? The primary culprits are excess sebum production, dead skin cells, and bacteria.

Sebaceous glands on the back, much like those on the face, secrete an oily substance called sebum. When this oil combines with dead skin cells and becomes trapped in hair follicles, it creates an ideal environment for acne-causing bacteria to thrive. The result? Inflammation and the formation of various types of acne lesions.

Common Triggers for Back Acne

• Hormonal fluctuations
• Excessive sweating during physical activities
• Friction from tight clothing or sports equipment
• Use of oil-based skincare products
• Certain medications (e.g., androgens, lithium)

Are certain individuals more prone to back acne? Indeed, genetics play a significant role in determining one’s susceptibility to acne. If your parents struggled with back acne, you may be more likely to experience it as well. However, understanding these triggers can help you take proactive steps to minimize outbreaks.

Identifying Different Types of Back Acne Lesions

Back acne manifests in various forms, each with distinct characteristics. Recognizing these different types can help in choosing the most effective treatment approach.

1. Whiteheads: Closed comedones that appear as small, white bumps beneath the skin’s surface.
2. Blackheads: Open comedones with a characteristic black appearance due to oxidation of sebum.
3. Papules: Small, pink, tender bumps indicating inflammation in the hair follicle.
4. Pustules: Pus-filled lesions with a reddened base, commonly known as pimples.
5. Nodules: Large, painful lumps deep under the skin’s surface.
6. Cysts: Severe, pus-filled lesions that can cause permanent scarring if left untreated.

Do different types of back acne require different treatments? While mild forms like whiteheads and blackheads often respond well to over-the-counter treatments, more severe types such as nodules and cysts typically require professional medical intervention.

Effective Prevention Strategies for Back Acne

While it’s not always possible to completely prevent back acne, especially when hormonal factors are at play, there are several strategies you can employ to reduce its occurrence and severity.

1. Choose Appropriate Clothing

Opt for loose-fitting, breathable fabrics like cotton to minimize friction and allow your skin to breathe. Change out of sweaty clothes promptly after exercising to prevent bacteria buildup.

2. Practice Good Hygiene

Shower immediately after sweating to wash away excess oil and bacteria. Use a gentle, non-comedogenic body wash and avoid harsh scrubbing, which can irritate the skin and exacerbate acne.

3. Be Mindful of Hair Products

Hair products can contribute to back acne when they come into contact with your skin. When applying conditioner or other leave-in products, flip your hair forward to avoid contact with your back.

4. Review Your Medications

Certain medications can trigger or worsen acne. If you suspect your medication might be contributing to your back acne, consult with your healthcare provider about potential alternatives.

Can dietary changes help prevent back acne? While the link between diet and acne is still being researched, some studies suggest that a low-glycemic diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains may help reduce acne severity in some individuals.

Over-the-Counter Treatments for Back Acne

For mild to moderate back acne, over-the-counter treatments can often provide significant relief. These products typically contain active ingredients that target the primary causes of acne.

Key Ingredients to Look For

• Salicylic Acid: Helps unclog pores and reduce inflammation.
• Benzoyl Peroxide: Kills acne-causing bacteria and helps remove excess oil and dead skin cells.
• Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs): Promote skin cell turnover and help prevent clogged pores.
• Tea Tree Oil: A natural antimicrobial that can help fight acne-causing bacteria.

How should these products be applied for maximum effectiveness? For best results, apply treatments to clean, dry skin and allow them to fully absorb before dressing. Be patient, as it may take several weeks to see significant improvement.

Professional Treatments for Severe Back Acne

When over-the-counter treatments prove insufficient, it may be time to consult a dermatologist. Professional treatments can offer more potent solutions for stubborn or severe back acne.

Medical Interventions for Back Acne

1. Prescription Topical Medications: Stronger formulations of retinoids or antibiotics can be prescribed for more effective treatment.
2. Oral Antibiotics: May be recommended to combat bacterial infection and reduce inflammation.
3. Isotretinoin: A powerful oral medication reserved for severe, cystic acne that hasn’t responded to other treatments.
4. Chemical Peels: Can help exfoliate the skin and unclog pores.
5. Light and Laser Therapies: These treatments can target acne-causing bacteria and reduce inflammation.

What factors does a dermatologist consider when recommending treatment? A dermatologist will take into account the severity of your acne, your medical history, and any previous treatments you’ve tried before suggesting a course of action.

Lifestyle Modifications to Support Back Acne Treatment

In addition to targeted treatments, certain lifestyle changes can significantly impact the management of back acne. These modifications can help create an environment less conducive to acne development and support the effectiveness of other treatments.

Stress Management

Stress can exacerbate acne by triggering hormonal changes and increasing inflammation in the body. Incorporating stress-reduction techniques such as meditation, yoga, or regular exercise can help mitigate this effect.

Sleep Hygiene

Adequate sleep is crucial for skin health and overall well-being. Aim for 7-9 hours of quality sleep each night and consider using clean, breathable bedding to minimize bacterial growth.

Dietary Considerations

While the relationship between diet and acne is complex, some individuals find that certain foods trigger breakouts. Keeping a food diary can help identify potential triggers. Generally, a balanced diet rich in antioxidants and low in processed foods may support skin health.

How can these lifestyle changes complement medical treatments for back acne? By addressing underlying factors that contribute to acne development, these modifications can enhance the effectiveness of topical and oral treatments, potentially leading to faster and more sustained improvement.

Dealing with Back Acne Scars and Hyperpigmentation

Even after successfully treating active back acne, many individuals are left with residual scarring or hyperpigmentation. Addressing these concerns is an important part of comprehensive acne care.

Types of Acne Scars

• Atrophic Scars: Depressed scars that sit below the surrounding skin.
• Hypertrophic Scars: Raised scars that sit above the skin’s surface.
• Post-Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation (PIH): Dark spots left behind after acne heals.

Treatment Options for Acne Scars

1. Topical Treatments: Retinoids, vitamin C, and hydroquinone can help fade hyperpigmentation and improve skin texture.
2. Chemical Peels: Can improve skin texture and reduce the appearance of mild scarring.
3. Microneedling: Stimulates collagen production to improve the appearance of atrophic scars.
4. Laser Resurfacing: Can effectively treat various types of acne scars and hyperpigmentation.
5. Dermal Fillers: Can temporarily improve the appearance of depressed scars.

Is it possible to completely eliminate back acne scars? While complete elimination of scars may not always be achievable, significant improvement is often possible with the right combination of treatments. A dermatologist can help develop a personalized treatment plan based on your specific scar type and skin condition.

Maintaining Clear Skin: Long-Term Back Acne Management

Successfully treating back acne is only half the battle; maintaining clear skin requires ongoing effort and vigilance. A comprehensive long-term management plan can help prevent future outbreaks and preserve the results of your treatment.

Key Components of Long-Term Back Acne Management

• Consistent Skincare Routine: Maintain a regular cleansing and treatment regimen, even after acne clears.
• Regular Check-ups: Schedule periodic visits with your dermatologist to monitor progress and adjust treatment as needed.
• Proactive Prevention: Continue to practice good hygiene and avoid known triggers.
• Maintenance Therapy: Use lower-strength treatments to prevent new breakouts from forming.

How often should maintenance treatments be applied? The frequency of maintenance treatments can vary depending on individual needs and the specific products used. Generally, a dermatologist might recommend using a low-strength retinoid or benzoyl peroxide product a few times a week to maintain clear skin.

By implementing these strategies and remaining consistent with your skincare routine, you can significantly reduce the likelihood of future back acne outbreaks and maintain clearer, healthier-looking skin in the long term.

Back Acne (‘Bacne’) 101: Types, Prevention, and Treatment

By Valencia HigueraMedically Reviewed by Ross Radusky, MD

Reviewed: May 15, 2020

Medically Reviewed

Back acne can be embarrassing and uncomfortable, but there are things you can do to clear it up.Shutterstock

The face is a common site for acne. And depending on the severity of blemishes, you might avoid showing your face in public.

But your face isn’t the only place where acne can appear. It can affect any body part that has oil-secreting glands or hair follicles, including your back, chest, and shoulders, according to the Mayo Clinic. (1)

Back acne — sometimes referred to as “bacne” — can be particularly troublesome.

While facial acne affects most people at some point in life, some will also struggle with back acne and even chest acne. In fact, back acne affects more than half of people with acne, notes the NHS. (2)

Your back, like your face, has numerous sebaceous glands that secrete sebum, an oily substance, according to the website KidsHealth. org. (3)

“Back acne is the result of an accumulation of dead skin cells and oil [sebum] within the pores in the skin, combined with an overgrowth of a common skin bacteria, Cutibacterium acnes, which triggers an inflammatory response,” says Kara Shah, MD, a board-certified general and pediatric dermatologist with Kenwood Dermatology in Cincinnati.

“Acne on the back and shoulders is commonly associated with sports activities that cause increased sweating and friction from athletic gear and clothing,” she continues. A clogged follicle eventually breaks down and forms an acne lesion, according to the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases. (4)

What Are the Different Types of Back Acne You Need to Know?

The types of acne lesions that can occur on your back include: (1,2,5)

• Whiteheads Also referred to as closed comedones, whiteheads develop when a plugged follicle stays closed and underneath your skin, forming a white bump.
• Blackheads When a plugged follicle located on the surface of your skin opens, it forms a blackhead, also referred to as an open comedone. The black-tip appearance of blackheads is due to a reaction between sebum and the air, not because dirt has filled your follicle.
• Papules Acne lesions that appear as small pink bumps on your skin, and are sometimes tender, are called papules. This type of acne doesn’t contain pus and forms when a clogged hair follicle becomes inflamed.
• Pustules Also called a pimple, a pustule is a white or yellow pus-filled papule with a reddened base. These lesions also result from inflammation in a clogged hair follicle. A buildup of white blood cells causes the pustule to fill with pus.
• Nodules This type of acne forms when bacteria also becomes trapped in a hair follicle. These lesions develop deep below the surface of your skin, where it hardens and forms a large, painful nodule. The deeper location of the lesion causes tissue damage, resulting in an inflammatory response.
• Cysts Cysts are larger, pus-filled acne lesions that also form when bacteria becomes trapped in a hair follicle. With cystic acne, the infection extends deeper into the skin, resulting in a painful lump that can cause a permanent scar.

4 Steps You Can Take Toward Preventing Back Acne

You can’t always control whether you get back acne because the main factors that predispose one to “bacne” — hormonal fluctuations and genetics — are out of your control.

You can, however, take steps to reduce your chances of developing these lesions.

1. Avoid Certain Medications

Some drugs, including androgens (male hormones) and lithium, are known to increase your chances of developing acne. If you take any of these medications, talk with your doctor about possible alternative treatments. (1)

 2. Limit Your Use of Oil-Based Skin-Care Products

Try not to use skin-care products with oil, including moisturizers and cosmetics, on your back. These can lead to back acne flare-ups. Also, the American Academy of Dermatology advises looking for products labeled noncomedogenic, meaning they are unlikely to clog pores. (6)

3. Eliminate Pressure on Your Back

“Anything that results in increased sweating and friction on your back, such as backpacks, sports gear, and back braces, can cause back acne, which is often referred to as acne mechanica,” says Dr. Shah. (1)

Shah recommends choosing a backpack that’s lightweight and fits properly to minimize friction and irritation.

If you wear sports equipment (like shoulder pads) that puts pressure on your back, don’t wear the item for longer than you need to, or wear a clean cotton T-shirt underneath to reduce prolonged pressure and friction. (1)

4. Wear Clean Clothes

“Dirty clothes can harbor sweat, oil, and dirt, further irritating the skin and contributing to the development of acne,” notes Shah. “It’s always best to wear loose clothing during exercise, and to remove sweaty clothing after a workout. ”

7 Science-Backed Tips for Treating Back Acne

But, what if you already have back acne? What can you do to get rid of annoying blemishes? Follow these tips.

1. Use an Over-the-Counter Treatment

For mild back acne, over-the-counter acne creams and gels containing ingredients like benzoyl peroxide, resorcinol, salicylic acid, and sulfur can help get rid of blemishes and prevent new ones from popping up. (6,7,8)

Of course, applying acne creams to your back will likely require assistance from someone. It might be easier to use a body wash with acne-fighting ingredients.

“Regular body washes aren’t strong enough to help with body acne,” warns Yoram Harth, MD, a dermatologist and medical director of MDacne in San Francisco. “To have a real effect, you need a medicated body cleanser, preferably with ingredients like salicylic acid that can unclog your skin pores and kill acne bacteria.”

2. Regularly Wash Your Skin

Choose body washes that say, “noncomedogenic” or “oil-free” on the package to avoid clogging your pores. (6) Avoid antibacterial soaps, astringents, and abrasive scrubs that can make your acne worse. And be gentle when cleansing your skin. Harsh scrubs, loofas, and exfoliators can damage the protective layer of the skin and make body acne worse, says Dr. Harth. (6,7)

3. Shower After Your Workout

Heat and humidity encourage bacterial growth, so shower immediately after a workout, suggests Harth.

If you can’t shower immediately, use an oil-free cleansing wipe to remove as much sweat from your body as possible, and then change your clothes. (6)

4. Don’t Squeeze or Pick Back Lesions

Picking or popping a pimple can worsen acne, as well as damage your skin. “The skin on the body heals slower than the skin on the face, and frequent picking can lead to brown spots and scars,” says Harth. (3,6,7)

5. Avoid Excessive Sun Exposure

The sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays can darken acne, triggering scars on your back and body. (6,7) Always wear sunscreen and reapply as directed. This not only improves acne, it can help protect your skin from sun damage and skin cancer.

6. Wash Your Sheets

Get into a habit of changing or washing your sheets once or twice a week, especially if you’re a back sleeper. This removes bacteria and dead skin cells from bedding, which can clog your pores and prolong back acne. (6)

7. See a Board-Certified Dermatologist

If self-care measures don’t improve back acne, make an appointment with a dermatologist who is board-certified.

A skin specialist can evaluate your back, determine whether you have acne or another skin condition, and then prescribe a medication to control lesions, if necessary.

Treatment might include prescription creams, antibiotics, oral acne medication, or your doctor may suggest laser therapy, chemical peels, or steroid injections, depending on the severity of back acne. (7)

A Final Word on Getting Help for Back Acne

Back acne is easier to hide than face acne, but this doesn’t mean you have to live with these lesions. The proper skin-care routine can help lessen breakouts on your back, resulting in clearer, healthier looking skin.

Editorial Sources and Fact-Checking

1. Acne: Overview. Mayo Clinic. February 18, 2020.
2. Acne: Overview. NHS. July 12, 2019.
3. Acne. KidsHealth. June 2014.
4. Acne. National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases. September 2016.
5. Acne: What Are the Types. National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases. September 2016.
6. Back Acne: How to See Clearer Skin. American Academy of Dermatology.
7. Acne: Diagnosis and Treatment. American Academy of Dermatology.
8. Acne: Treatment. NHS. July 12, 2019.

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Most people can get rid of butt acne with the right hygiene practices and certain home remedies. But if your symptoms get worse, spread, turn into a boil, or if your immune system isn’t strong, you may need treatment from a doctor.

Acne can be uncomfortable no matter where it forms on your body. And unfortunately, your butt isn’t immune to those troublesome red bumps.

Butt acne is slightly different from facial acne, both in what causes it and how it’s treated.

Here are nine natural treatments to help folliculitis or butt acne.

One of the best ways to prevent butt acne is to bathe regularly with a high quality antibacterial soap. If you’re prone to acne on your behind, you may find washing your skin once in the morning and once in the evening helps reduce pimples by clearing away dirt and bacteria buildup from sweat.

“Normally, bacteria sits on the skin, but tight-fitting clothing can rub the bacteria back down into the pores, causing breakouts,” said Dr. David E. Bank, a board certified dermatologist, assistant clinical professor of dermatology at Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center, and founder and director of The Center For Dermatology, Cosmetic & Laser Surgery in Mt. Kisco, New York.

You might consider taking a break from spandex or skinny jeans in favor of looser and more breathable bottoms. Choose clothing, especially underwear, made from natural cotton if you can. Underwear made from bamboo is also absorbent.

Sitting on a warm washcloth may be soothing, help open pores, and draw out some of the bacteria and pus.

Wet a washcloth with water that’s warm but not too hot. Gently place the damp cloth over the area on your butt that’s having an outbreak of pimples. You could also take a warm bath or use a sitz bath.

Tea tree oil comes from the leaves of an Australian tree. It’s been used to treat different skin infections and wounds for many years. Dr. Bank recommends tea tree oil as an option because it has antibacterial properties.

Studies have found that tea tree oil also has anti-inflammatory properties that may help treat acne. A small 2017 study found that applying tea tree oil to the face for 12 weeks significantly improved mild to moderate acne with no serious side effects.

No studies have specifically measured the effectiveness of tea tree oil for butt pimples.

Some people’s skin can be sensitive to different fabrics or laundry products. That’s why most brands of laundry detergent have a hypoallergenic version.

If you suspect that a detergent, fabric softener, or type of dryer sheet may be causing you issues, you may benefit from switching to something without dyes or skipping certain products altogether.

“Another remedy is to avoid using fabric softeners in the dryer because the fibers left on your underwear can further irritate the skin,” Dr. Bank said.

A 2020 review of studies found that people with acne have significantly lower levels of zinc in their blood than people without acne.

The researchers found that people with low zinc levels treated with zinc showed improvements in inflammatory papule count. Oral zinc is more effective in treating acne, as is niacinamide. Taking a daily probiotic helps, too.

But despite being a promising treatment option, there’s still a lack of definitive evidence that zinc is effective for treating acne. Clinical trials are continuing to examine its effectiveness.

Leaving the sweat and dirt on your skin after a workout can be a big contributor to butt acne and pimples. Make sure you hop in the shower as soon as possible after a sweat session. If you’re wearing tight workout pants, showering is especially important.

You’ll also want to make sure to wash workout clothes after each use. If you can’t get to a shower right away, use a body wipe or facial cleansing cloth.

Using a luffa, also known as a loofah, or a mild exfoliating wash helps get rid of dead skin cells and dirt that could contribute to clogged follicles and infection. Don’t overdo it, as over-exfoliating can cause abrasions on the skin.

The American Academy of Dermatology Association recommends treating a type of skin condition that causes rough bumps called keratosis pilaris by gently exfoliating with a loofah, buff puff, or rough washcloth.

Pimples develop when a skin pore becomes infected, leading to redness and pus. Salt water has antimicrobial properties, so in theory, treating your skin with salt water may reduce the development of pimples.

Some people anecdotally report salt water helps treat their butt pimples, although there’s no research examining this yet.

If you want to use salt water, you can try mixing about 1 teaspoon of table salt with 2 cups of water and applying the solution with a washcloth to your acne.

It’s important to avoid popping pimples. Popping pimples can lead to scarring. It can also allow bacteria into the wound, which puts you at risk of developing an infection. Likewise, it’s also a good idea to avoid irritating pimples by picking at them.

If you exfoliate the skin on your butt, it’s best to avoid the temptation to scrub your skin. Scrubbing can lead to increased irritation.

It’s also a good idea to avoid using medications designed to treat acne on your face unless your doctor tells you otherwise. Many medications for facial acne aren’t effective at treating pimples on your butt because they have different underlying causes.

If pimples don’t go away on their own, over-the-counter (OTC) treatments like creams, body wash, or lotions that contain benzoyl peroxide might help. If OTC treatments aren’t effective, a doctor can prescribe:

• oral antibiotics
• isotretinoin
• topical retinoids
• glycolic acid and salicylic acid

Carbuncles and boils affect the deeper layers of your skin. To treat them, your doctor may prescribe an oral or topical antibiotic. Your doctor may need to pierce a carbuncle and drain it.

A breakout in your face is usually caused by the condition acne vulgaris. But pimples on your butt are often caused by infected hair follicles — a condition called folliculitis.

Folliculitis

Folliculitis is usually caused when the Staphylococcus aureus, or staph bacteria, infects a hair follicle. Normally staph bacteria live on your skin without causing problems, but when they get inside through a break in the skin, it results in infection. Folliculitis leads to red bumps and pus.

Sweating and chafing from your underwear and clothes can contribute to the development of folliculitis, especially if you wear tight clothing. Folliculitis can also be caused by shaving.

Boils and carbuncles

A boil is a pus-filled infection of your hair follicle in the deep layers of your skin that tends to be swollen and tender. They commonly occur around your:

• groin
• buttocks
• waist
• under your arms

Boils that drain are a sign of a more serious condition called hidradenitis suppurativa, which can lead to scarring, so seek a dermatologist sooner than later.

Carbuncles are clusters of boils that can cause more severe infections. They can also cause fever, chills, or other general feelings of unwellness.

Keratosis pilaris

Keratosis pilaris is a common condition that causes rough bumps due to dead skin cells clogging your hair follicles. It’s also called “chicken skin” because affected skin can mimic the skin of a plucked chicken.

The exact cause isn’t known, but it’s associated with some conditions like atopic dermatitis.It’s also associated with very dry skin. It can be treated with exfoliants to make the skin smooth and approve its appearance, but there’s no cure.

Contact dermatitis

Contact dermatitis is an irritation that occurs when your skin comes into an irritating substance. It can cause redness, itchiness, or blisters. Substances that may cause contact dermatitis on your butt include:

• soaps and gels
• lotions
• detergents
• certain fabrics

Most people will be able to get relief from these natural treatments. But if folliculitis gets worse, spreads, or turns into a boil, or if your immune system isn’t strong, you may need treatment from a doctor.

“If you have boils, you may have to seek the help of your dermatologist, depending on the severity of the outbreak,” Dr. Bank says.

“If the outbreak is extremely severe, they may have you on an oral antibiotic to fight the infection internally. Your dermatologist may also have to drain the boil, so all the pus is safely removed from the infected area.”

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Hips. It would seem that the problems in this part of the body do not carry the inconvenience and complexes that arise when the face is affected by rashes. But with the beginning of summer, the opening of the beach season or the appearance of a new partner, all pimples “crawl out”. Their unfortunate owners run to a pharmacy, a cosmetologist or a dermatologist in order to get rid of an unpleasant phenomenon as soon as possible. If a woman is faced with this, the number of recipes tried will barely fit in a dozen.

Causes of inflammation on the thighs

Unpleasant rashes are provoked by a number of factors:

• Allergy to certain fabrics, most often synthetic. If acne appeared only on the thighs and buttocks, most likely this is a reaction to tights – you should reconsider their choice, prefer cotton and wool, the same applies to trousers and skirts – choose clothes made from natural fabrics.
• Intolerance to certain constituents of cosmetics. In this case, you can conduct a test – use tar soap. If the pimples have disappeared, you need to consult a beautician and choose other means.
• Shaving: Many women use a razor to remove hair on their legs, including above the knees, which can cause small pimples. In this case, you should use a machine with a floating head, and ideally, try waxing or laser hair removal. In addition, you can not use aftershave products, which contain alcohol, camphor and menthol.
• Ingrown hairs can also cause reddened bumps. They should not be underestimated: they itch, small wounds appear, and which get germs, which leads to further acne.
• Household chemicals, namely washing powders containing chlorine.

In addition to external factors that directly affect the skin, acne can be caused by metabolic and gastrointestinal disorders, weakened immunity due to infections, beriberi, hormonal failure, alcohol and smoking, constant stress.

One caveat: inflammations most often occur in people who lead a sedentary lifestyle and have a sedentary job: the dryness of the dermis that occurs in this case contributes to their appearance.

Treatment of acne and inflammation on the thighs

This phenomenon does not color the legs at all, sometimes the rash is also accompanied by severe itching, causing pain.

The first thing to remember is that under no circumstances should pimples be squeezed out, since an infection can be introduced and their number will increase, moreover, scars often remain after such mechanical intervention.

An effective way to remove blackheads is to wipe the affected areas with tincture of calendula, chloramphenicol and salicylic alcohol. Decoctions of various drying herbs are used – chamomile, sage, celandine, burdock, plantain, as well as a mixture of glycerin and acetylsalicylic acid, chloramphenicol ointment, potassium permanganate. A long-standing and proven remedy for eliminating a rash is salt baths and lotions.

Folk remedies are good, but it should be remembered that the skin is the cover of our body, and all deviations from its normal state most often indicate disturbances in the functioning of internal organs or possible infectious diseases. Therefore, you should not self-medicate, eliminating only an external sign, you need to contact a qualified specialist. The best doctors can be found using the online portal medbooking.com.

Prevention of inflammation of the skin of the thighs

An effective way to quickly eliminate acne that has appeared is ordinary baby powder. It will quickly dry out acne that appeared in the summer due to excessive sweating in hot weather. On the other hand, pimples often appear in cold and damp conditions, because under warm clothes the body also sweats – excess fat clogs pores, causing inflammation. If you can’t make the weather outside, then it’s quite possible to provide comfortable conditions indoors: the air temperature should fluctuate within 23 degrees Celsius. The body must breathe – it is important to arrange air baths, walk in the summer in short shorts, a skirt.

It is important to remember: all germs are afraid of hygiene, provided that hygiene is observed, the risk of acne is much lower, while it is better to use ordinary soap and a hard washcloth. In order not to have to fight the problem with radical methods, it is better to avoid its appearance: eat healthy food, avoid fatty and spicy foods, flour products, and also pay attention to foods containing vitamin A.

The skin will thank you for clothes and bedding made from natural fabrics, cosmetics based on plant substances, the absence of bad habits and stress.

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If acne on the face is a story that we seem to be able to cope with quite successfully (and no, it’s not about squeezing), then acne on the buttocks may not be the most pleasant surprise. Why do they appear? What to do so that they disappear as soon as possible and never appear there? Let’s figure it out together.

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Let’s say right away that pimples on the buttocks are not at all the pimples that appear on the face. This is not acne in the direct sense of the word, but rather one of the forms of folliculitis – inflammation of the hair follicles. Yes, there are also hair follicles on the skin of the buttocks, and under the influence of an infection, they can become inflamed. As a result, a thickening occurs at the site of inflammation, and sometimes suppuration. Pimples on the pope can itch and hurt, and in any case, this is not at all what you would like to see there.

Do not self-medicate! In our articles, we collect the latest scientific data and the opinions of authoritative health experts. But remember: only a doctor can diagnose and prescribe treatment.

By the way, pimples on the buttocks have their own name – buttne (this is a hybrid of the words acne – “acne” and “butt” – “buttock”). And what is happening? For some reason, bacteria begin to multiply more strongly, the hair follicle becomes inflamed, acne appears. Some of them are quite harmless (and you can deal with them yourself), while others pose a serious danger and they must be cured (and as soon as possible).

6 reasons that cause acne on the buttocks

However, hormones are not always to blame. We have collected the 5 most common causes that cause acne on your buttocks.

1. Hormones. Pimples may be due to hormones, not due to infection. In some phases of the cycle, for example, shortly before the onset of menstruation, the tissue and structure of the hair follicles may change. This causes clogging of pores and – as a result – acne. Blame for this, rather, androgens.
2. Perspiration. It is possible that you sweat a lot – in the gym or public transport on the way to work. If there is no opportunity to take a shower, then the following happens: sweat dries on the surface of the skin along with dust and dirt – an ideal breeding ground for bacteria!
3. Sedentary lifestyle. Staying in the same position for a long time – sitting – can provoke a situation in which the chances of acne will increase. If you know such a feature behind yourself, then take breaks – get up and walk. By the way, this is an excellent prevention not only of buttne, but also of dead buttocks syndrome, which is especially common among office workers.
4. Infrequent change of underwear. We are sure that everything is fine with your hygiene, but just know that stale underwear – and there is sweat, and dirt, and bacteria, which is constantly in contact with your body, can cause acne on the pope with a high probability.
5. Too tight clothing. If your clothes are too small or just made of dense fabric with rough seams, then there is a high chance that it will rub against the skin and injure it along with the hair follicles. A particular danger here is associated with skinny jeans and leggings – be careful with such clothes.
6. Wet clothes. This reason is rather more relevant for summer days, but you need to know about it. If you stay in a wet bathing suit for a long time after water procedures, then know that this creates ideal conditions for the appearance of acne on your buttocks.

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What should be done to prevent pimples on the buttocks from appearing, and how to get rid of those that already exist?

On the one hand, if you fight against the above reasons, then the chances of acne on the pope will be close to zero. On the other hand, you need to know what to do if they have already appeared. Here are a few ways to help deal with the problem.

• Don’t forget to shower right after your workout. This will wash away all the sweat and prevent bacteria from multiplying.
• Try acne products. You may be suitable for those based on benzoyl peroxide. This ingredient fights both acne and folliculitis. The funds are available in the form of ointments, creams and lotions – consult a specialist before buying.
• Don’t forget to moisturize.