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Back Acne
For some people, getting back acne is not as bad as getting facial
acne. After all, skin imperfections on ones back are easier to hider
under a layer of clothing - unless he or she has to wear a swimsuit to
spend time at the beach or pool. In such cases, back acne can cause
feelings of self-consciousness; no matter how attractive a person's body
is, having zits or pimples on one's back can be disconcerting, not to
mention uncomfortable.
The causes of back acne are pretty much similar to what
causes pimples to emerge on other parts of the body. The back is filled
with sebaceous glands, which secrete a kind of oil called sebum.
If
excessive amounts of this oil are produced and not removed immediately,
the pores and the hair follicles on a person's back will become clogged,
which then encourages bacteria to attack and inflame skin tissue. Back
acne is the result of this as well as other
acne causes.
It is then very important to make sure that one's back is kept clean and
free of dead cells in order to prevent back acne. Regular bathing and
exfoliation is important. It is also advisable to keep the skin free
from perspiration; wiping one's back dry after strenuous activity or
changing a sweat-soaked shirt as soon as possible would discourage
pimples on the back from forming, this is especially
true for teen acne.
Anecdotal evidence suggests that the pressure and chafing that results
from wearing tight clothing or carrying heavy backpacks can contribute
to back acne. Perhaps it would be best then to wear looser-fitting
clothes at least some of the time, or try alternating the use of
backpacks with other types of bags - those that do not put weight or
pressure on the back.
A person does not have to totally give up wearing
tight clothes or using backpacks; he or she just has to learn to balance
them with the use of other objects to minimize the risk of getting back
acne.
Mild cases of back acne can be treated with over-the-counter medications and
other skin care formulations. Some of these medications contain benzyl
peroxide and salicylic acid.
Those interested in natural back acne remedies may try using soaps,
creams, and ointments that contain ingredients such as tea tree oil and basil.
These herb extracts
are beneficial for those suffering from nearly all types of acne because
they have anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and antibacterial properties.
In addition to helping treat pimples, they can also restore the skin's
suppleness and smoothness.
More severe cases of back acne, or infected pimples that have developed
into pustules or cysts, will require the specialized care of a
dermatologist or other skin specialists.
Left untreated, these blemishes
will develop into deep and unsightly scars that may be permanent. Taking
measures to prevent and treat back acne is always in your best interest;
your skin will look and feel good, and your back will thank you for it.
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