Pimples on the back

Why do pimples appear on the back?

Not only the skin of the face is affected by this unsightly pathology, acne outbreaks are also common in other areas of the body such as the back, neckline, shoulders and arms.

On everyone's skin there is a bacteria known as Propionibacterium acnes . This microorganism does not cause problems on its own if our body does not create an ideal environment for its reproduction.

The skin on the back is thicker than that of other areas of our body and that makes it easier for the pores to clog. For this reason, if the sebaceous glands produce excess oil, this bacteria can proliferate quite easily, producing undesirable breakouts.

There are various factors that are associated with the appearance of acne on the back:

• Excess sweating that leads to the accumulation of dead cells.
• Certain medications or dietary supplements that contain testosterone.
• An incorrect diet based on foods with a high content of trans fats or sugar.
• The use of oily or inappropriate cosmetics for our skin type.
• Hormonal changes
• Genetic predisposition
• Stress

What to do if you get pimples on your back?

The ideal is to go to a dermatologist to discover the reason that has generated these imperfections and thus be able to treat the problem in a more effective way.

In this post we detail a series of tricks that will surely help you deal with acne.

• Use topical creams that contain benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid. These ingredients reduce inflammation and help prevent follicle blockages.
• Always keep your skin clean to avoid the proliferation of bacteria. A weekly exfoliation with a soft-bristled brush and a neutral soap or exfoliant is recommended to remove dead cells.
• Don't pop or touch pimples, blackheads or blackheads.
• Once the area is clean, you can apply natural antiseptics such as tea tree.
• Wear loose clothing so your skin can breathe and avoid sweating.
• Wash clothes and towels regularly.
• Use non-comedogenic or oil-free products.
• Don't sunbathe, this can make it worse.
• If things don't improve within a few days, replace your shower products with gels with benzoyl peroxide and antifungal or antifungal shampoos.