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Beat body acne: 4 steps to clear skin

 

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Pimples on your back, chest and shoulders can make ya’ want to hide in long-sleeved shirts—even when the temps soar during the summer months. Here’s how to say goodbye to body acne and hello to sundresses and tank tops…

 

Choose the right body wash

An exfoliating body wash will cast away dead skin, which can trap bacteria. If your acne is mild, look for a wash with salicylic acid as the active ingredient. If your acne is more severe, look for a cleanser with benzoyl peroxide.
Our pick? Oxy Acne Solutions Hydrating Body Wash ($4, drugstores)


Moisturize

I know it sounds counter-intuitive, but applying a light moisturizer will help. When your skin is too dry, your body produces extra oil that can clog your pores.
Our pick? Burt’s Bees Natural Acne Solutions Daily Moisturizing Lotion ($11, drugstores)

 

Change your sheets

Acne causing bacteria can gather on your sheets and pillowcases if you don’t wash them often enough. Try washing them every week.

 

Don’t work out in tight clothes

Tight clothes trap bacteria against your skin, causing blemishes. Try working out in loose t-shirts instead of super-tight tanks. Also, be sure to change out of your workout clothes as soon as you are finished.
 
 

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i am african american and i have these dark marks under my armpits! they are uper annoying cuz when i wear tank tops or a bathing suit i have to avoid lifting up my arms. i need to know how to get rid of these marks with a product from a drugstore cuz i've tried using natural producs and they didn't work.XOXOXOXOXOX

 

Hey cutie,

If you're shaving your armpits, this may be contributing to the dark marks. Try using a very gentle soap when shaving and also try using a different deodorant. Gentle deodorants like Dove are easy on the skin and won't be irritating. Also, scrub gently with a loofah to remove dead skin. If none of this works, talk to your mom and doctor for advice. I'm sure your doctor will have great tips to get rid of it (or a dermatologist).  


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Mod mod mod!
So sorry if this posted twice, I waited about 10 hours to repost this.
Anyway, I have some acne on my forehead that I really wanna cover up, but idk how to. I sometimes wear a powder but that just like reduces the redness ya know? I want to fully cover my acne up. How do I do this? Thanks in advance! Smile

 

Hey girlie! Sorry about the wait, the mods are swamped today!  Reducing redness and shine are the most you can hope for with acne.  Try a liquid foundation for more coverage. Green concealers are also great under foundation to counteract the red.  Good luck! xoxo 


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by gigglez77 on 7/19/2012 12:26:31 PM

 
 

I wear long sleeve shirts all the time when it is summer because it is SO cold here!

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