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From exfoliators and cleansers to masks and serums, the options are endless when it comes to treating facial acne — but what about those of us who have body acne?
While it’s a much less talked about topic in the beauty space, the products you use to treat body acne is just as important as facial products. So if you’re tired of trying to hide body breakouts, here are our top 10 body washes to treat “bacne.”
SheaMoisture African Black Soap & Bamboo Charcoal Scrub $8.39
Gentle exfoliation is the key to treating body acne. This scrub works to purify the skin of dirt, debris, and excess oil, leaving the skin visibly less congested and flake-free.
Bioré Pore Penetrating Charcoal Bar $7.99
Infused with jojoba beads and peppermint oil, this cleansing bar not only deep cleans the pores to prevent future zits, but it also cools and soothes active breakouts.
Mario Badescu A.H.A Botanical Body Soap $8
Grapefruit, papaya, and ginseng extract make this sudsy soap smell delicious while it exfoliates sensitive skin.
Level Naturals Cruelty-Free and All-Natural Bar Soap Bar $9
If natural beauty piques your interest, consider this toxin-free bar, which relies on healthy oils, tea tree, and activated charcoal to hydrate skin and calm inflammation.
The Body Shop Tea Tree Skin Clearing Body Wash $15
Tea tree oil is a godsend when it comes to natural acne relief. Use this all over your body to purify and calm your skin for a fresh and clean finish.
Clinique Acne Solutions Cleansing Face and Body Soap $16.50
Fortified with salicylic acid, this cult-favorite bar clears the skin without over-drying it. Use it on the chest, back, and other problem areas to eliminate those pesky pimples.
Neutrogena Body Clear Pink Grapefruit Acne Body Wash $8.49
This brightly-colored body wash contains salicylic acid, vitamin C, and grapefruit extract to exfoliate and brighten the skin until your acne is fully eradicated.
Murad Acne Body Wash $40
Glycolic and salicylic acids work together to cleanse your pores and soothe irritated skin through gentle exfoliation.
Proactiv+ Deep Cleansing Wash $35
The gentle all-over formula helps unclog pores and reduce oiliness to clear acne and help prevent future breakouts while the smooth exfoliating beads help lift away dead skin cells.
Dermalogica MediBac Clearing Skin Wash $59
Say farewell to irritated skin once and for all. Ingredients like balm mint, eucalyptus, tea tree, burdock, and camphor extracts soothe and calm congested and aggravated skin, resulting in a clear and healthy complexion.
xx, The FabFitFun Team
