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Caitlyn, on February 27, 2019 at 10:10 PM

So I have moderate back acne. I've been pretty routine with scrubbing with an ance wash every time I shower, pretty much since I've been engaged. My dress is open back and having a dress with an open back was important to me, so I knew I'd have to crack down on clearing it up. It's been pretty bad for a few years now, and I know eating a healthier diet would probably help, but I'm looking for a really really really great acne wash. I do not want to have to apply make up to my back on the big day, cause then it gets on the dress, them it might get on my grooms suit, etc. What are some great products for ance??? So far I've tried Oxy, and clearasil.

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Selina · on February 28, 2019 at 5:28 AM
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I was just having this conversation with my mom. Thanks for the great advice everyone!
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Courtney · on February 28, 2019 at 6:18 AM
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For me the thing that has helped most was this soap called Aspen Kay naturals Dead Sea mud and Charcoal. I got it from Amazon and it really cleared up my skin.
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Kristen · on February 28, 2019 at 7:23 AM
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Nothing geared towards acne ever worked for me on my shoulders. I tried African black soap as well as taking a probiotic daily, and those worked. I have a friend who did the 21 day cleanse from HUM Nutrition before her wedding and she had more acne the first week or so and then is mostly went away by the end. I also don’t have nearly as much acne anywhere anymore since I’ve switched birth control methods.
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Elaine · on February 28, 2019 at 7:49 AM
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Try ivory soap! It’s like 4$ at Walmart. What I do is apply the ivory soap and then exfoliate
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Caitlyn · on February 28, 2019 at 8:46 AM
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Does using a long loofah with a handle count as exfoliating?
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Formerbride · on February 28, 2019 at 8:53 AM
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I've heard that Shea Moisture brand African Black Soap is good. You can find it at Target or Walmart.
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Danielle · on February 28, 2019 at 9:00 AM
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Do you always use acne wash, or is this something you just started since your engagement? What did you do before? I'm not sure if this works for everyone, or if I'm just lucky.....but for me I just use warm water & a clean wash cloth. No soap, no special cream. And I've never had a problem with acne (my face). Uncertain if that approach would work for the body though. Worth a shot if nothing else works! Good luck, your dress is beautiful and I don't think anyone will be paying attention to the minor skin imperfections. Oh, maybe a good "steam" room would help open up the pores too?
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Shelby · on February 28, 2019 at 9:25 AM
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I have the same problem, but today I have appt with my dermatologist and hopefully he will give me something that will help.
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Brittany · on February 28, 2019 at 9:29 AM
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I bought this in December and spray it on once a day. It has helped so much!
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Caitlyn · on February 28, 2019 at 10:11 AM
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I would most of the time, just when I showered. But now I've made it a point to do it a lot more. My face is clear, no acne, just some redness from having sensitive skin. I've also made it a point to wash my bras more often. I try not to wear them more than twice before washing them.
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Jennifer · on February 28, 2019 at 10:27 AM
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I second this! Proactive's body wash has really helped my back acne and the occasional check acne that pops up in the summer!
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MrsD · on February 28, 2019 at 11:19 AM
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Can you afford to get back facials? They really help me with my face, and I know they offer them for chest & back. I use Curology, it's personalized for you, I'd look into it! My fiance also has a back loofah he uses everyday. For me, every time I sweat or have lotion on my back, I wash it immediately after in the shower. I also wash our sheets every week and never wear a shirt I've already worn to bed. I'm not sure if it's the same (but I assume it is), but for my face I use a cleanser & toner & exfoliant so a mixture of those might help.
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Casey · on March 1, 2019 at 3:03 PM
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I have this same issue! it's not horrible, but it can flare up and I'm nervous about it happing on the day of the wedding.
I started taking The Beauty Chef products (it's only been a week, but I've noticed my skin is less irritated).
Aside from that, I started wearing a clean sleep shirt each night to bed and always using a brand new towel after I shower. If you can, change/wash your bra as much as possible as it can rub and cause more irritation. I find that keeping anything that touches my skin clean really helps keep bacteria away.
I also use witch hazel (rose petal) on my back/chest each night and morning to keep the dirt away.

I hope this helps! best of luck
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Lisa · on March 1, 2019 at 3:10 PM
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I started using this about 6 months ago... I no longer even get period pimples. Amazing product!
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