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ARE YOU STRUGGLING WITH...

BACNE

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Image by Barbara Krysztofiak

Goodbye, Bacne

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What is Acne?

Back acne, often called "bacne," is a common skin condition where pimples, blackheads, whiteheads, and sometimes deeper bumps appear on the back.

It's very similar to facial acne in its causes and how it develops. While it can be bothersome and sometimes uncomfortable, there are effective ways to manage it.

What Causes Acne? More Than Just Dirt

Just like facial acne, bacne happens when pores (tiny openings in your skin) on your back get clogged. Several factors play a role

Excess Oil

Our skin naturally makes oil to keep it moisturized, but sometimes it makes too much, especially during hormonal changes

Different types of Acne Bumps

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Blackheads

Blackheads

Open clogged pores where the top looks black because the oil and dead skin react with the air.

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Pustules

Pustules

Papules with pus at the top (what many people think of as a typical "pimple").

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Whiteheads

Whiteheads

Closed clogged pores where the top looks white or flesh-colored.

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Nodules

Nodules

Large, solid, painful lumps deep under the skin.

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Papules

Papules

Small, red, raised bumps that can feel tender.

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Cysts

Cysts

Deep, painful, pus-filled lumps that can often lead to scarring.

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