I have acne on me back, neck and chin for the past few months now but don't know the best way to try and get rid of the back acnee. I am using the an-blemish 3step from clinique for my face.
They are big and seemsto just be on my upper back in a line and where my bra strap is. I wonder is it caused by sweating.
I do believe it is the combination of sweat and bacteria that is getting trapped - you might switch to cotton sports bras or just cotton bras - clean under the straps during the day with a mild soap and Proactiv is another good regimen - any salicylic or benzoyl peroxide preparations should help though if the lesions persist - you might need an antibiotic orally as well.
Rodan and Fields has a product called Unblemish body that is proven to clear body acne. I have actually used it and it has cleared acne On my chest that I had not found any other way to clear until I used this product.It is new and has real dermatologist medicine in it. for more information about this product go to www.rodanandfields.com/jallan
First you have to know what causes back acne, then you can help in preventing the process from happening on your back by using the proper measures.
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