Back Acne

Despite being more readily associated with the face, acne is also frequently found on the back and is experienced by around half of those who suffer with this often painful and distressing skin condition.

Like the acne which affects many other parts of the body, back acne usually consists of a combination of different types of spot – blackheads, whiteheads and pimples amongst other things – and comes about when excessively oily skin and clogged hair follicles join forces.

This can vary in severity and those with back acne may experience skin that is tender, sore or painful to the touch.