Back acne, just as facial acne is extremely common. Back acne or body acne can leave behind dark spots and scars. If more prominent on shoulders and back can restrict you from wearing your favorite sleeveless or backless clothes. Frequent back or body acne can also cause frequent whiteheads and black heads and give your skin the unwanted texture. Factors like scented body products, dandruff, stress, excessive sweating, product buildup etc. can lead to back acne. If you are in look out for natural remedies to keep your back and body acne under control, here I have some tips for you-
10 BACK ACNE REMEDIES
Epsom salt
Epsom salt has skin detoxing properties that helps detox skin and remove all the toxins. It also helps unclog pores and fight acne, whiteheads & black heads. Simply toss some epsom salt in your regular warm bath and soak in for 20 minutes. You can also make your own body scrub using some salt, simply mix fine epsom salt with some olive oil and use it as a body scrub. You can also make a solution using water and epsom salt and use it as a back or body mist.
Oatmeal
Oatmeal has anti inflammatory and skin soothing effects. It helps reduce acne redness and also helps treat it effectively. You can make oatmeal scrub by mixing enough rolled oats with olive oil and add in few drops of peppermint essential oil. Mix it really well and use it as a body scrub in the shower. Alternatively, you can also add fresh oatmeal milk In your warm bath water and soak in for 20 minutes.
Yogurt
Yogurt contains lactic acid that helps even out skin tone, reduce dark spots and also help treat acne. You can make a yogurt body mask by mixing together some yogurt and whole wheat flour; apply on your back and on areas where you have acne and let it completely dry before you shower.
Coffee Grounds
Coffee grounds help unclog pores and keep skin clear. You can make a coffee body scrub by simply mixing coffee grounds with some jaggery and a little water to make a spreadable paste. Use this to scrub your damp skin before a shower.
Himalayan Pink Salt
Himalayan pink salt has detoxifying and skin purifying effects. You can make a scrub by combining fine himalayan pink salt with coconut oil or almond oil and use it to scrub your body in the shower. You can also make a solution using 2 teaspoons of himalayan pink salt and half cup of water , let it dissolve and use it as a body mist after shower.
Rose Water
Rose water keeps skin hydrated and nourished. It keeps your skin clean and clear. Use rose water as a body mist concentrating on areas where you have acne after a shower. You can also add some rose water to your regular bath water.
Basil Leaves
Basil leaves have skin purifying and anti acne benefits. It helps keep skin clear and also keeps it healthy and glowing. You can blend fresh basil leaves with some water and then squeeze out the juice. Add this juice in your regular bath water and soak in for 20 minutes. You can also rub basil leaves on painful back acne to heal it faster.
Witch Hazel
Witch hazel is quite known for its skin purifying and sanitizing properties. It has great anti-acne effects and it helps with face, back, butt and body acne. You can directly spray witch hazel on your back and on your body after a shower to treat and prevent acne. For extra benefits, you can also add some witch hazel to your regular bath water.
Essential Oils
Essential oils are nothing but potent botanical extracts that have great skin benefits. There are specific essential oils that have anti acne effects and they can be used to treat back and body acne. You can add few drops of tea tree essential oil, peppermint essential oil, cinnamon essential oil etc. to your regular bath water or in your body lotion to treat and prevent body acne. Alternatively, you can also add few drops of any of these essential oils or maybe a blend of them in filtered water and spray on your back and on your body after a shower.
Aloe Vera Gel
Aloe vera gel is very hydrating and has great antimicrobial and skin soothing effects. You can rub fresh aloe vera gel on your back and on areas anywhere on your body where you have acne. You can also make aloe vera mask by combining fresh aloe vera gel with few drops tea tree essential oil and some rice flour. Apply this on your back and on areas where you have acne and let it dry before you take a shower.
Note:
- Never use essential oils directly on your skin or hair , they should always be used diluted with a carrier oil or mixed with other ingredients.
- If you are allergic to any of the natural ingredients of products, refrain from using them. Also, do not forget to patch test before using.
- If you have a health condition, lactating or if you are pregnant, always consult your doctor before using any natural remedies or products.
