what to do for back acne?

Question

a few months ago, my forehead and back started to break out.

i first used neutrogena (salicylic acid) on my face, but it didnt really work, so i switched to clean and clear (benzoyl peroxide) and it DID work.

i didn't really use anything on my back since it wasnt that serious, but now it's HORRIBLE! i also have some on my chest. i started to use clean and clear on my back, and its NOT working.

the acne's so bad that i cant even think about exposing it... im really scared that its going to scar!

i've tried to not scratch at them, but its so hard... argh!!

what should i do (i know not to scratch)? will proactive work? would it be likely to scar? anything you went through?

thanks :(

if i were to go to a dermatologist, what would she do to help me?
would it just be medicine, or will she regularly do or apply something onto my back?

Answer 1

so a few things...

1) Be aware of the order that you shower. Make sure to scrub after washing and conditioning your hair because conditioner clogs pores. What I do is wash and condition my hair then clip it with a big clippy while I take the rest of my shower.

2) gently exfoliate to remove dead skin cells that will trap dirt and oil... buy one of those oofahs on a handle so you can make sure and exfoliate your whole back. Don't scrub too hard, you may agitate it.

3) wear cotton bras and t-shirts, make sure they fit properly and aren't too tight.

4) while not scientifically proven to help acne, drink a lot of water! it helped me!


I would def. give proactiv a try... they are a reputable company with a lot of success.

If this doesn't go as planned... it's time to see the dermatologist. Also when you go to the dermatologist, you can avoid wasting time by remembering all the products you tried so they don't prescribe something with the same active ingredient that you already knows doesn't work for you.

good luck, summer is fast approaching!

Answer 2

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Answer 3

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Answer 4

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Answer 10

Well, its the same thing with face acne, so try to get pro-active and put it on your back, its the same acne that goes on your face. So ask your doctor for further answers.