Back Acne

Acne can be present in different forms and it can also appear on different areas of the body, not just the face. The back and chest are common places that many acne sufferers will have breakouts, due to these areas being prone to oiliness. Back acne, sometimes referred to as “bacne”, can be notoriously difficult to treat and can cause issues with your self-esteem, especially in the summer months when people go swimming or wear less clothing.

Back acne occurs due to the build-up of dead skin cells and oil within the pores of the skin. People who are very active and play a lot of sports may experience back acne due to the excess sweating and friction from the clothes irritating the skin. For this reason, it is important to regularly wash and change your workout gear to avoid spreading bacteria further onto your skin which may trigger or exacerbate back acne. If possible, opt for looser clothing and reduce the amount of pressure that you have on your back on a daily basis, such as through heavy backpacks.

Aside from these factors, there are a few treatments that we offer at Simply Clinics which can help to reduce back acne. Our Obagi Chemical Peels are amazing at reducing skin inflammation and acne and many of our clients have had incredible skin transformations after just a few sessions.

Alternatively, our Microneedling treatment can be great at rejuvenating and repairing the skin and can also be used in combination with our chemical peel treatments to maximise the results.