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Bill Urell
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By Bill Urell
Published on 10/6/2005
 
So, you've got back acne.  Now what?  Should you lock yourself up in your room?  Well, it's not the end of the world.  There are many things you can do to rid yourself of back acne.
Tips to Get Rid of Back Acne

 So, you've got back acne.  Now what?  Should you lock yourself up in your room?  Well, it's not the end of the world.  There are many things you can do to rid yourself of back acne. 

Getting rid of back acne starts with the clothes

The back is full of oil glands.  When you sweat, the sweat sticks on the clothes and the skin.  This is one factor that causes back acne.  Many men wear cotton undershirts to hide the inevitable sweat stains.  But they may be trading one embarrassment for another.  The longer that sweat is in contact with the skin, the higher the chance of getting back acne.

People who wear cotton shirts might want to try synthetics instead.  It is best to look for fabric that will not stick to your skin. 

Cleaning tips for ridding oneself of back acne

One good way you can get rid of back acne is to wash your back thoroughly.  The way to do this is to get a loofah sponge.  This sponge is abrasive and will scrub off the dead skin cells while you bathe.  Dead skin cells clog the pores and clogged pores cause acne.
                                   
There are some things that might be contributing to your back acne problem.  Some of the culprits include:

* Long hair. Long hair that comes into prolonged contact with the back can cause back acne.  If you have a bad case of back acne, you may want to consider cutting your hair or wearing it up.
* The Sun.  Everybody loves the summertime and fun in the sun.  But if bare your back during the summer, you are begging for trouble.  If you have back acne, the sun can cause extensive acne scars. Your best bet is to wear sunscreen. Sunscreen is essential to protect your skin against the rays of the sun and prevent skin cancer

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