One thing we’ve come to learn is that acne does not discriminate. It doesn’t just reserve it’s angriest and oiliest work for your T-zone. No? No! It’ll pop up on any area of skin it damn well feels like, particularly your back and chest.
Back acne breakouts can be attributed to long days dressed head-to-toe in tight skin-on-skin contact clothes. And whether it be the friction, chemicals in the laundry detergent, or sweat clogging your pores, we are here to let you know that giving up and becoming a nudist isn’t your only option.
Which ingredients fight body acne?
In the same way we target acne-causing bacteria on our faces, ingredients like salicylic acid and AHAs can also assist us in the elimination of dirt, oil and inflammation across the chest, shoulders, back and butt.
As for incorporating them into our body care routine, well, the shower is a good place to start. Without adding in an extra step, it’s time to level up your regular body wash as beauty brands turn their attention away from fruity-smelling foams and hone in on zit-fighting formulas.
The best body washes for fighting body acne…
The Body Shop Tea Tree Skin Clearing Body Wash
We say: Formulated with one of the best natural acne-fighting ingredients, The Body Shop’s potent, rejuvenating tea tree shower wash also includes the soothing ingredient tamanu oil to keep skin free from irritation.
You say: “I bought this product after I started to develop back acne. It is amazing and does exactly what it claims to do. It left my skin looking clean and feeling hydrated.” – Emma W
Want to know more? Read The Body Shop Tea Tree Skin Clearing Body Wash reviews here…
$15 at The Body Shop
Eau Thermale Avène Cleanance Cleansing Gel
We say: Gently remove impurities and prevent the production of excess sebum without drying out sensitive skin. This soap-free formula from Avène can be used as both a facial cleanser and a body wash. It’s specifically formulated to minimise the risk of irritation, while the non-comedogenic formula works to keep the skin clear from bumps and breakouts.
You say: “Its a great cleanser especially for sensitive, acne prone skin. I have dry skin prone to acne and finding a cleanser that’s not too drying while still helps with acne is difficult.” – neha.gamine
Want to know more? Read Eau Thermale Avène Cleanance Cleansing Gel reviews here…
$38.99 at Adore Beauty
La Roche-Posay Effaclar Micro-Peeling Purifying Gel
We say: La Roche-Posay’s dermatologically tested formula is suitable for both the face and body. It contains a mix of LHA and salicylic acid to reduce excess sebum and, in turn, visibly reduce the appearance of blackheads and pimples across the chest and back.
You say: “This is a great option to use in the shower. I use it on my face and chest (sometimes back) at the end of the day in the shower with cooler water. It also has a fresh smell without smelling too fragranced. I have very sensitive skin and I would recommend this cleanser to others, and I have recommended it to my friends with similar skin types to mine.” – Sarah618
Want to know more? Read La Roche-Posay Effaclar Micro-Peeling Purifying Gel reviews here…
$33.95 at Adore Beauty
BIODERMA Atoderm Shower Oil
We say: Bioderma’s ultra-hydrating oil protects skin from irritation-triggering external aggressors. Plus, with the inclusion of super skin ingredient niacinamide, acne breakouts are kept under control and the skin is left supple and hydrated for up to 24 hours.
You say: “The product itself I have been using on my body, especially I have noticed my skin feeling softer and smoother from the moment applied, then until I leave the shower and dry off I can still feel the suppleness of my skin throughout the day.” – miramarmari
Want to know more? Read BIODERMA Atoderm Ultra-Nourishing Shower Oil Cleanser reviews here…
$18 at Sephora
Frank Body Clearing Body Wash
We say: Formulated with salicylic acid, this wonder wash will help clear blemishes, exfoliate skin and prevent future breakouts. Enriched with hyaluronic acid and vitamin B, this hydrating formula leaves bumpy, irritated skin soft, nourished, bright and free from acne.
$14 at frank body
SheaMoisture African Black Soap Soothing Body Wash
We say: This soothing wash harnesses the power of natural ingredients to battle away blemishes. The centuries-old ingredients list (think shea butter, tamarind and oat) is set to rebalance your oily skin, soothe irritation and even leave your skin hydrated! What more could you ask for out of a body wash?
You say: I love everything about this body wash. Firstly the fact that the products are made with natural and organically certified ingredients, and didn’t contain any nasties was a big draw card for me. The scent is really different, it’s really subtle and quite unisex. The body wash has quite a luxurious creamy lather, also ingredients that give a gentle exfoliation. My skin feels clean, but soft and hydrated. It’s a definite favourite.” – ericagalea
Want to read more? Read SheaMoisture African Black Soap Soothing Body Wash Reviews here…
$23.50 at Oz Hair and Beauty
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I was given a free full sample a couple of years ago of Bioderma’s shower oil cleanser – worked well.
wow that would have been great.
I use products with salicylic acid if I have breakouts on my body
Clean whole plant based diet and a shower haha. Love bioderma cleansing oil. Any cleansing oil, love
I don’t suffer from body acne, I get the odd pimple i find rinsing out my conditioner then washing my body prevents this.
No body acne here, just occasional breakouts.
Me either. So lucky aren’t we?
My partner suffers from bacne, this article is very informative – thanks!
I knew someone who used to suffer boils on the back of his neck. It looked awful and must have been bad for him.
I do sometimes get small pimples on my upper back so this may be the answer
I use shower gels for mood but makes sense to use for topical problems. nothing like a lovely shower gel.
Even when I’ve had bad acne on my face I’ve never gotten it on my body
Have heard lots of good things about that Body Shop product
My face is blemish-prone, but thankfully, not my body. Some sunscreens give me zits on my décolletage when used daily, as I do, so I avoid those. Invisible Zinc is good.
I love that Bioderma shower oil.
I feel like I have tried that shower oil before
I don’t get body acne but I would still use these products
I noticed a pimple on my shoulder, I need a new body cleanser.
Anything with tea tree oil seems to be great for light skin problems
Great to see which products would work!