It is common to ask your girlfriends for advice on skincare. You know they have your back and will give you some of the best information on how to make these pesky pimples go away. But asking how you can make a zit on your buttcheck dry up is another issue you would not think of bringing up. Chances are they too have had acne in these private regions, but no one wants to think about that.

(1)One thing to realize is that acne is very common. A whopping 85% of Americans between the ages of 12 to 24 are affected by it. Moreover, it is affecting adults more too. The acne may appear on the face, the vagina, or any place on the body. Remember, if you have any questions or concerns, you should seek the medical advice of a dermatologist.

 

Causes of Acne

Acne in private regions can be an outcome of clogged pores, oil production, bacteria, and inflammation. Acne can also form from sweat, shaving, and friction on the skin according to Dr. Marisa Garshick, a New York area-based board-certified dermatologist. Other contributions to pimples in your intimate areas may be due to genetics or hormones, diet, and even weight.

 

Tips For Preventing Acne on Your Body

While it can be very aggravating to have acne on your body, you should remember that it is normal. There are various things you can do to prevent body acne. If you feel that your acne is getting worse, you should see a dermatologist.

 

Change Out of Sweaty Clothes

After working out, you should change your clothing as soon as you can. When you sit in sweaty clothes, your skin may become bumpy or break out. If you can shower right away, and then change into clean clothes, that is best. But if not, at least get out of any sweaty clothes.

To help prevent sweating as much, be sure to use an antiperspirant under the arms. You may also consider tying a powder to absorb moisture.

 

Ingrown Hair Removal

If ingrown hairs are causing your acne, inquire about having them professionally removed. Laser hair removal or electrolysis can help in eradicating this significant condition.

 

Treating Acne in Your Private Regions

Treating acne is important, no matter if it is on your face, back, or butt. Here are some of the best ways to treat your acne in your private areas.

 

Acne and Exfoliating Products

Acne-fighting topical ingredients can delicately exfoliate the skin without removing moisture. Dr. Garshick says that breakouts under the arms, vulva, and buttocks sections may be treated with ingredients that fight acne, such as benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid. Antibacterial washes are also extremely helpful in removing acne.  Dr. Hadley King, a New York dermatologist, feels Adapalene (a topical retinoid) is a great acne-fighting ingredient to use. She also says benzoyl peroxide is beneficial in treating acne because it eliminates bacteria that contribute to acne. It may also aid in preventing and cleaning out clogged pores,” Dr. King states. Many over-the-counter face washes use benzoyl peroxide as an ingredient. If you have sensitive skin, you should look for 5% benzoyl peroxide body washes or less.

Two other common ingredients highly suggested by dermatologists are BHAs (beta hydroxy acids) and AHAs (alpha hydroxy acids). Many body acne products contain these ingredients. Dr. King says a component like BHA is a wonderful pore-clearing ingredient due to it exfoliating the surface of the skin and penetrating pores to eliminate oil.

There are many more great benefits to adding BHAs to your skincare (2) . Benefits of BHAs include anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial qualities that decrease acne inflammation without causing aggravation, reduce the size of pores, even out skin tone, and smooth the texture of the skin.

Other benefits of adding AHAs to your skincare (3) include getting rid of dead skin cells on the skin, decreasing sun damage, preventing pimples, smoothing the texture of the skin, and improving the skin’s fresh appearance.

 

Moisturized Skin

To prevent body acne from happening in private areas, you might consider upping your game when it comes to body moisture. We often have this misconception that squeaky clean is how we should cleanse ourselves in the shower. But if you use too many products, or scrub too hard, you risk drying your skin out. And when the skin becomes super dry, it becomes prone to being irritated. This can also lead to breakouts. Keep the skin hydrated with products that will nourish the skin. Keep your eyes open for non-comedogenic products.

 

 

References

(1) https://www.aad.org/media/stats-numbers

(2) https://gloskinbody.com.au/blogs/the-skincare-blog/all-about-bha-s

(3) https://usa.renskincare.com/blogs/clean-thoughts/aha-skin-benefits

(4) https://www.teenvogue.com/story/how-to-treat-vaginal-pimples-and-acne#:~:text=Try%20benzoyl%20peroxide.,or%20less%20to%20prevent%20irritation.