An Examination Of Back Acne And Things You Can Do About It

Acne is a common problem for both teenagers and adults and the commonest perception of the condition is that it breaks out on the face. However, if you have suffered from acne you know that it can break out in other places as well such as the back and the chest.

Although chest and back acne is not as obvious to the outside observer it can nevertheless be very annoying for those afflicted by it. Regrettably, chest and back acne is generally more difficult to treat than facial acne and the traditional treatments and cleansers which you use for your face are normally less effective when it comes to back acne treatment. Also, as your back and chest are usually covered by clothing, you might experience greater irritation as your clothes rub against your pimples.

Just as with facial acne you will need a daily treatment routine for acne on your back and the majority of common regimens will include a cleanser to be followed with a moisturizer. Normally, it is harder to put medication on your back acne because of where its location and so you might require the help of a family member or to use a special applicator.

You will have to take care over the sort of clothes you wear. Tight-fitting shirts or rough material will rub against your skin and irritate your pimples leading to greater oil production and therefore more breakouts. You must also pay attention to the type of detergent and fabric softener that you use. Sometimes detergents and fabric softeners can irritate back acne and you may need to try different brands or even a fragrance and dye free variety.

Also, watch out if you carry anything on you back. For teenagers in school, and for those who go hiking and backpacking, heavy backpacks can make back acne very much worse. If you experience a rise in the number of acne breakouts you may have to stop using a backpack for a time. If this causes a problem then a shoulder bag can help until your spots clear up.

A doctor or dermatologist can be a great help with both diagnosis and treatment of back acne and will be able to begin by determining just how bad your acne is and also assessing your skin type. Whether your skin is, for example, dry or oily or what is termed a combination skin is important in deciding upon the best course of treatment. Your doctor or dermatologist will also need to have a history of your acne condition, including things like how long you have had it and how frequently breakouts happen.  Armed with this information she will be able to determine the best treatment and the best acne medication to cure your particular case of acne.