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Introduction

Dryness, rough skin, irritation, inflammation, and tanning are among skin concerns that we are troubled with. Also, intense heat conditions during summertime can give rise to a host of skin conditions. But what about the irksome body acne? Yes, not only our facial skin, but also your body skin develops acne, which has to be treated early on to prevent your skin condition from getting worse.
Now, body acne can affect various parts of our body, including the neck, upper arms, back, and legs. More so, acne on the back is referred to as ‘bacne’. Now, similar to other skin conditions, body acne arises because of the buildup of sebum, sweat, and dead skin cells in the pores. Besides, many ingredients can help to treat body acne, out of which salicylic acid is the most popular.
However, we will now study some lesser-known ingredients that can combat body acne as effectively as salicylic acid.

Active Ingredients for Acne Treatment

1. Lactic Acid
The fermentation of corn, beet sugar, and sugarcane produces lactic acid, which is a type of Alpha Hydroxy Acid. As a water-soluble component, lactic acid helps to unclog pores, facilitates removal of the dead skin cells, and evens out the skin tone. Lactic acid, with its gentle cleansing action, has proven effective in reducing fine lines and wrinkles and improving skin firmness too.
You can enjoy the goodness of lactic acid with Kosmoderma’s Ultra Moisture Blast for Dry Skin & Lips. This multipurpose cream not only moisturizes the skin but also lightens the skin of the elbows, knees, underarms, and inner thighs. Besides lactic acid, this wondrous cream contains other ingredients such as glycerin and Hydroxyethyl urea to keep the skin hydrated and promote healing.
2. Mandelic Acid
People with sensitive skin that’s susceptible to inflammation may have apprehensions about using chemical exfoliants. However, mandelic acid is a gentle water-soluble chemical exfoliant that is suitable for sensitive skin. Mandelic acid, with its big molecule size, gently exfoliates the skin by penetrating the skin’s layers sluggishly. Also, mandelic acid is acquired mainly from bitter almonds.
Moreover, as per a comparative study between mandelic acid and salicylic acid, both ingredients were found to be equally effective in treating mild to moderate acne. Nonetheless, salicylic acid had the upper hand in treating non-inflammatory lesions whereas mandelic acid was found to be more effective in treating inflammatory lesions. Hence, mandelic acid can help to treat bumpy body acne.
There are many skincare products (including face masks, serums, and exfoliators) containing mandelic acid. You can use mandelic acid products for their exfoliating benefits to improve your overall complexion and reduce your age spots, and wrinkles.
3. Azelaic Acid
Azelaic acid is another underrated chemical exfoliator that counters body acne effectively. It is a type of dicarboxylic acid or dioic acid and it is obtained from wheat, barley, and other grains.
Besides body acne, Azelaic acid can treat a range of skin conditions such as skin redness and rosacea, among others.
Moreover, this wondrous ingredient helps to alleviate inflammation that is caused due to free radicals and sun exposure. Among Azelaic acid products, you can apply face serums for treating body acne, reducing inflammation, fading dark spots, and minimizing redness.
4. Retinol
Retinol is deemed the best anti-aging treatment for various reasons. It is a type of vitamin-A, which is categorized under retinoids. Skincare products containing Retinol help to fade hyperpigmentation, prevent breakouts, increase cell turnover, and iron out fine lines and wrinkles. There are various serums and body creams that contain retinol, which help to address your body acne troubles and keep your skin hydrated. You can apply these formulations to enhance your overall skin texture.

Prevention Measures for Body Acne

Along with applying skin care products, you can try some home treatments and make the required lifestyle changes to reduce the severity of body acne. These include:
1. Take a Post-Workout Shower
If dirt and sweat sit on your back for long, you become prone to body acne. That’s why you must shower soon after a workout. Additionally, make sure you wash those sweaty clothes after your exercise sessions.
2. Remember to Exfoliate
By applying an exfoliating scrub that contains salicylic acid and other acne-fighting ingredients, you can get rid of the dirt and excess oil that accumulate in your skin pores. This helps to eliminate the dead skin cells that cause clogging of the pores.
3. Choose light-fitting clothes
Avoid tight-fitting clothes because they trap sweat and dirt, which build up in the pores of your skin and cause body acne. Rather, you should opt for loose-fitting clothes. This is because they not only wick away sweat but also allow your skin to breathe.

Takeaway

So, we have studied a host of ingredients that can help to combat acne. However, consistency is key if you want acne-free skin. More importantly, ensure to perform a patch test when you add new products to your skincare regime.
Nevertheless, if you are battling intense body acne, inflammation, and skin irritation, you must consult a dermatologist for medical treatment. At Kosmoderma, our skin professionals will conduct a detailed skin analysis and recommend a detailed treatment plan to help you attain blemish-free and smooth skin.

FAQs

1) Which ingredients to avoid if you have acne-prone skin?
Skincare products that contain occlusive agents are to be avoided by people with acne-prone skin. These ingredients form a layer on the skin’s surface that retains moisture. Petroleum jelly, lanolin, cocoa butter, paraffin, and mineral oil are among occlusive agents. So, you should avoid skincare products containing these ingredients to prevent acne breakouts.
2) How does salicylic acid help to treat acne?
Salicylic acid is grouped under salicylates. By applying products that contain salicylic acid, the dead skin cells on the skin’s top layer start to shed, helping to alleviate redness and inflammation. In the process, the body pimples reduce in number and the healing process ensues.
3) Which ingredients make your skin healthy?
Various ingredients help to improve the health of your skin. These include benzoyl peroxide, ceramides, salicylic acid, retinol, lactic acid, azelaic acid, mandelic acid, alpha-hydroxy acid, and niacinamide, among others.

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