Back Acne

Back acne can be extremely embarrassing. Nobody wants to have acne at all, let alone on the back. For men it can be embarrassing going shirtless if they have back ance issues. Many women who like wearing backless dresses or halter tops will find it practically impossible with back acne. Not only does back acne embarrass and limit sufferers but it also has physical negatives. Back acne is known to be painful when a cyst forms (called cystic acne). The lesion or cyst is usually sensitive to the touch and agonizing in particular positions. Back acne may not be as easily seen as facial acne but can be very painful.

How do we get back acne? What can be done to treat or prevent it? Back acne is often found on the back or on the buttocks. When extra sebum is manufactured, pores and hair follicles become clogged, inviting excess bacteria which leads to acne. Although there is no scientific evidence for what exactly causes back acne there are many factors that can contribute to it. Tight form fitting clothes that do not allow a person’s skin to breathe is thought to be part of the cause of back acne. General living, working, exercising, or simply sweating on a hot day can cause your skin to produce extra sebum, especially if constant washing is not practiced. This can cause acne on your back. Heavy backpacks being worn daily is also a possible cause of back acne. The friction of the backpack rubbing against your clothes and skin can result in a serious irritation that can promote the production of back acne. If you must have heavy backpack, keeping your skin clean will help prevent back acne flare-ups.

People with long oily hair often suffer from back acne. The hair touching the skin of the back adds extra oil which begins clogging, resulting in back acne (can also be considered a part of body acne). It is important to keep your hair off of your back especially if you have long oily hair. Stress, diet, and heredity can all play a role in back acne. Watching your stress levels and maintaining a healthy diet can prevent back acne most of the time. If you have back acne it can be treated usually with a benzoyl peroxide cream or gel or a multitude of other acne cream products.