Don’t let bacne and chest acne steal your confidence! Discover which ingredients can be a game-changer for smooth, blemish-free skin
The heat and humidity in the Philippines can do more than leave you drenched. Likewise, physical activity, like your Pilates class or that short walk to work, usually traps moisture and dirt under your skin, clogging your pores and producing unwanted back and chest acne. This not only makes you feel uncomfortable due to the itch, but also leaves you more self-conscious. With that, we listed which ingredients to watch out for to rid your back of pesky pimples and regain your confidence.
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Salicylic Acid
Struggling with congested pores? Say hello to your new best friend. This active ingredient works to break down the dead skin cells that clog the top layer of your skin, leaving your pores refreshed and minimizing your zits.
Because of its fast-drying formula, an acne spray for your back helps you clear up breakouts by reaching those hard-to-reach areas.
Benzoyl Peroxide
One of the most effective zit-zapping ingredients is benzoyl peroxide. It targets the typically inflamed, pus-filled pimples we see on our skin. This ingredient is frequently compared to salicylic acid for their similar effects, but avoid using these two together as this can lead to irritation and dryness.
Benzoyl peroxide-infused products vary in the potency of the active ingredient
As this active component is relatively more aggressive than most acne-fighting ingredients, you can find it in gels or other spot treatments to ensure minimal application.
Glycolic Acid
As if acne wasn’t enough, here you have post-acne marks crashing the party. Once you’ve tamed your bumps with the products above, treat hyperpigmentation with this ingredient which exfoliates the skin, leaving a brighter and more radiant complexion.
As with all active ingredients, avoid using them with other actives at the same time and on the same area to avoid irritating the skin.
Glycerin
Products designed to treat acne may be drying to the skin given their bacteria-fighting properties. Too much dryness can lead your skin to compensate for the lack of moisture and produce more sebum, which will then clog your pores even more. Glycerin is a non-comedogenic (meaning, non-pore-clogging) ingredient that replenishes your skin’s moisture barrier.
Make bidding farewell to bacne easy by incorporating these ingredients into your routine. But take note: If you have sensitive skin and often react to new products, pay a visit to your trusted skin specialist first for a more tailored solution to your bacne blues. In no time, you’ll be ready to flaunt your skin with confidence, and say bye-bye to body acne–for good.
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