When the weather starts to heat up, some people may get stressed over showing more skin — especially if one’s prone to body breakouts or butt acne. Stress and sedentary lifestyles (so basically, the past year and a half of everyone’s lives) can also lead to all-over breakouts, so it’s no surprise that body acne is on the rise. And well, while it may sound embarrassing, just know that it’s completely normal and you’re far from alone.
So, if you’re looking for a way to avoid the kind of lumps Fergie wasn’t talking about, we’ve got you. We spoke to cosmetic dermatologists to learn how to get rid of butt acne once and for all.
What is butt acne?
Most importantly you should know that, typically, breakouts on your butt aren’t actually acne. “Acne on the buttocks is typically not considered to be true acne, but another form of skin irritation called folliculitis,” says board-certified dermatologist Michele Green, M.D., who is based in New York City. “Folliculitis occurs when there is irritation of the hair follicles of the skin, creating red bumps that closely resemble acne lesions.”
That irritation likely comes from repeated friction in one area, and any number of everyday activities may be the culprit — wearing tight-fitting underwear or bottoms, skipping the post-exercise shower, shaving or waxing, or even sitting in a hot tub.
How can you prevent a butt breakout?
For starters, make sure to hop in the shower after your sweat session. “Always showering immediately after exercise and using antibacterial soap to eliminate bacteria, sweat, and debris is an important part of preventing butt acne,” says Dr. Green. Throw those workout clothes in the laundry, too! Even if you’re not breaking a major sweat, be sure to shower regularly, as dirt and bacteria that stays on your skin is, as she describes, “a recipe for developing but acne and folliculitis.”
If tight-fitting clothes are causing you irritation, switch to looser, more breathable clothing that helps avoid the father of folliculitis — friction. You might even consider swapping out your fabrics, opting for clothes and sheets made from more breathable cotton. Don’t forget to “wash clothes, towels, and sheets regularly, as bacteria can be transferred to your skin as well,” says Dr. Green.
If all else fails, speak with your dermatologist who can better find a treatment for your specific breakout concern.
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