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Dr. Pimple Popper's advice on body acne

We called on dermatologist Dr. Sandra Lee, a.k.a., Dr. Pimple Popper and founder of SLMD Skincare to help us break down breakouts, according to where they show up on the body.

How to get rid of facial acne

There are several reasons you could be breaking out on your face, including hormonal changes and dairy.

To combat facial acne, avoid touching or picking at your skin.

If you're acne-prone, stick with products designed not to clog pores and make it a routine to consistently clean things that come in frequent contact with your skin.

How to get rid of scalp acne

Often referred to asfolliculitis, scalp acne occurs when the hair follicles on your scalp become clogged.

This can happen to anyone, but especially those who wash their hair less frequently and use products that build up between cleanses.

Washing your hair every other day to keep pore-clogging oil, dirt, or bacteria in check.

How to get rid of neck acne

Though many people end their skincare routines at the jawline, Lee maintains that caring for the skin on your neck is equally important.

Neck acne can take on several appearances: red, tender bumps; deep, uncomfortable lumps; or rash-like papules.

Tight, sweaty workout clothes can lead to zits, but wearing heavy jewelry or thick, non-breathable fabrics can also be to blame.

Lee recommends avoiding products with added fragrance and to make sure you're removing every trace of makeup from your neck.

How to get rid of back acne

The most common reason people are breaking out along their back is due to allowing sweat, dirt, and oil to remain on your skin.

Sweaty clothing binds to the skin and traps the dirt and bacteria that has gathered, which in turn clogs pores and leads to pimples.

The fix? Avoid sitting around in tight, sweaty clothing after a workout. A body wash that features acne-busting ingredients is ideal here.

How to get rid of butt acne

“Buttne" can be caused by sweat-laden clothing causing friction against your skin, sitting for a long period of time, or over-wearing your underwear.

Avoid wearing your workout clothes longer than you need to, wear a fresh pair of underwear everyday, and use a benzoyl peroxide cleanser like the Humane Face & Body Acne Wash.

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