How To Get Rid of Back Acne?

Acne is an irritating and painful skin problem. Back acne makes it difficult for you to sleep and slow the healing

process. Back acne is caused by bacteria and excess production of sebum in the pores of the skin. Acne can also develop on chest, shoulder, arms, legs, and buttocks.

Products like body lotion, massage oil, or sunscreen that clog the pores may also lead to acne and skin breakouts. Friction from tight-fitting clothes, an unhealthy diet, stress, hormonal changes in the body and improper skin care leads to acne.

Home Remedies

Apple Cider Vinegar : It is the best treatment for all types of acne. It inhibits inflammation and bacterial growth responsible for skin breakouts, due to its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties. It also maintains the pH level of the skin.

Tea Tree Oil : It has natural antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties that help treat acne. The oil easily penetrates into the skin and helps dry out the acne quickly. It also reduces redness and inflammation.

Borax : It is a natural anti-acne agent. It helps in eliminating bacteria and other toxins on the skin. It also reduces the pain and inflammation with back acne.

Honey : It keeps the acne affected area hydrated and calm. It is the natural antibiotic and antibacterial agent so it can reduce acne symptoms and prevent infection.

Turmeric : It has an antibacterial property that kills acne bacteria, which cause acne. It also reduces inflammation and pain.

Aloe Vera : It kills bacteria that cause acne, reduces inflammation and promotes healing.

Lemon: It is rich in L-ascorbic acid, a natural astringent. It helps remove dead skin and unclog pores.

Green Tea : It contains catechins which have anti-bacterial properties that help fight acne-causing bacteria. It reduces redness and inflammation caused by acne.

Oatmeal : It acts as a natural cleanser, it cleanses skin pores and absorbs excess oil, which in turns helps treat acne.

Tomatoes : It contains salicylic acid, which is effective at treating acne. It helps dry out the acne quickly. It repairs skin damage at the cellular level.

Exfoliate : Use a gentle exfoliating scrub with ingredients such as salicylic acid to remove extra dirt and oils from your skin.

Up Your Zinc Intake : It helps reduce pustules. Lamb, oysters, beef, poultry, legumes like black-eyed peas or lima beans, pumpkin seeds, and sunflower seeds.

 

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