How to Get Rid of Back Acne at Home

When speaking of acne, people often picture red, inflamed pimples on the face. However, acne can also develop on the back, as this body part has a high number of oil glands and sweat glands that can easily get clogged.

1. Apply turmeric

Turmeric contains antibacterial compounds known as curcumin.

How to use:

• Simply prepare a paste of yogurt and turmeric, and apply the paste to the affected areas.
• You can also use turmeric-based natural face masks.

2. Try green tea

Green tea is rich in polyphenols known as epigallocatechins, which help treat non-inflammatory acne lesions, such as blackheads and whiteheads. (2)

How to use:

• Brew a cup of green tea and mix it with a cup of water. Apply the solution to the affected areas using a cotton ball, and wash it off with cold water after 10 minutes.
• Alternatively, you can use 2% green tea extract containing lotions, two times a day, to help control the acne.