Back acne is among the numerous skin problems that kids and adults experience today. Despite the fact that most of them are hidden, back acne must be given careful attention and medication, because unlike facial and neck acne, back acne are difficult to cure. The skin in our back is harder compared with our neck and face. Also, it contains thousands of oil glands or sebaceous glands that it generates more acne than our face does. Therefore, the usual over-the-counter products could not be enough to get rid of severe back acne, or those large acne with bumps or nodules.

But for minor bacne (short for back acne), the regular keep-the-skin-clean regimen could help treat them. However, for severe bacne, special products that contain special substance may be best to ensure proper and effective treatment. A lotion containing glycolic acid could be use as cure for back acne. After your keep-the-skin-clean habit, dry your back then apply a lotion with glycolic acid, preferably the Alpha Hydrox Enhanced lotion Let the lotion dry, and if you wish, you could apply some moisturizer. It is important to remember that this special substance is not advisable for curing facial and neck acne. It may cause irritation since the skin in our face is thinner and softer than our back skin.

Before applying any medication, it is always a must to consult a dermatologist first to know your skin type and what sort of products are compatible to your skin. Also, make sure that your skin is really clean before dabbing any lotion or ointment to avoid aggravating the problem. Moreover, it is best to stop using backpacks during the treatment period to avoid the back skin from being irritated.