Acne is one of the most common skin conditions that lasts for a long time. In fact, acne will affect almost everyone at some point in their lives. Dr. Arathi Rana of U.S. Dermatology Partners in Sherman and Paris, Texas, says, “Most people get mild acne when they’re teenagers. A lot of pregnant women get acne, and a lot of people get acne when they’re stressed. ” Most people get acne and pimples on their faces, but acne can happen anywhere on the body, even on the chest. Acne on the chest can be painful, and it can be hard to treat because the area is often covered, which traps sweat and oil on the skin. Your dermatologist can help you get rid of acne on your chest. ” Find out more about how to get rid of chest acne from Dr. Rana in this blog or by getting in touch with us today.
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What Causes Chest Acne?
Acne can happen on any part of the body when oil, dead skin cells, and other things get stuck in the pores of the skin. Bacteria also build up inside the clogged pore, which leads to painful, red pimples. Acne breakouts can include blackheads, whiteheads, cysts, pustules, and nodules, among other types of pimples. Changes in hormone levels that happen during puberty make it more likely that a teenager will get acne. But people can also get acne as they get older. Most acne shows up on the face, but it can also happen on the chest and anywhere else on the body where oil glands are.
Most of the time, acne on the chest is caused by the same things that cause acne on the face: changes in hormones, too much sebum oil, slow turnover of skin cells, and so on.
In addition to these common reasons for acne, chest acne can also be caused by the following:
- Using skin care products that keep water in (humectants, occlusives, emollients, and other moisturizing products)
- Some clothes can hold oil and sweat against the skin, which can lead to clogged pores, and fabric can rub against the skin and cause irritation and inflammation.
- I sweat too much, especially when wearing clothes that don’t let air in or hold moisture against the skin.
- Using harsh chemicals like soap, laundry detergent, and other hygiene or cleaning products
- Using drugs like corticosteroids or testosterone, which can change how hormones work,
- Foods and drinks with a lot of sugar are often linked to chest acne.
- Dehydration makes skin drier, which makes more sebum oil and makes it more likely that pores will get clogged.
What are the Best Ways to Get Rid of Chest Acne?
According to Dr. Rana, the first step in making an effective acne treatment plan is to find and understand the underlying causes of your chest acne. Once you know which skin care products, stress, and other things cause your condition to get worse, you can take steps to stop them. From there, you can work with your dermatologist to come up with a skin care routine that will clear up your current breakout and prevent future ones from happening.
People with chest acne should work with their dermatologist to make a skin care plan that works for them. However, anyone can take the following steps to treat chest acne:
When you sweat or get dirty, clean the area around the pimple with antibacterial soap.
Switch from thick, cream-based moisturizers to non-comedogenic lotions to keep your skin moist without causing breakouts.
Apply topical acne treatments to blemishes
Most people with chest acne can get rid of their pimples with over-the-counter products. There are body washes, wipes, and spot treatments for acne that you can get at your local pharmacy. Patients with bigger pimples, cysts, or nodules that form deeper under the skin should see their dermatologist as soon as possible for treatment. If you don’t treat these more severe forms of acne properly, they can be very painful, make you more likely to get an infection, and may leave scars.
How Can I Prevent Chest Acne from Coming Back?
Dr. Rana says, “Once you get rid of chest acne, you should keep taking care of your skin to keep it from happening again.” With a thorough skin care routine and a few small changes to your lifestyle, you should be able to prevent acne or at least make it less severe.
Some things people can do to stop chest acne from getting worse are:
- Take baths often, especially after you’ve sweated, and use gentle cleansers that don’t have perfumes or dyes. Use lukewarm water in your shower for the best results. If you can handle it, you might want to give yourself a quick rinse with cool water at the end of your shower to close your pores.
- Don’t use cleaning or skin care products that have strong chemicals, perfumes, or dyes. Look for products with fewer ingredients that say right on the label that they can be used to treat or prevent acne. Products with benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid can often help clear up acne or stop it from happening.
- Every week, you should exfoliate your skin to get rid of dead skin cells, speed up cell turnover, and keep skin cells from clogging your pores. Instead of using rough scrubs or abrasive products that can make the skin red and irritated when you have acne, try an exfoliant with azelaic or citric acid.
- Limit your intake of foods with a lot of sugar, which have been linked to more and worse chest acne.
- When it’s hot and humid, wear clothes that let air in and don’t hug your chest too tightly.
In Conclusion
Acne on the chest is a very common skin problem. Some people can get rid of chest acne by using over-the-counter medicines and making lifestyle changes. Some people may need to see a doctor to get rid of their acne.
Acne that gets worse or doesn’t go away should be checked out by a doctor to make sure it’s not another skin condition.