Today, we’ve become familiar with all the possible ways in which our body can respond to chemicals, pollution, and eating habits in the form of back acne (or, bacne), cystic acne, blackheads, whiteheads, pimples and more. We have been taught to dedicate more time to our skin, adopting power-packed multi-step AM and PM routines, and are also discovering that taking care of not just our face but our body as a whole can help us be, and feel like, our best selves.
With summer around the corner, hydrating our face, and our bodies, becomes even more essential. Beach runs and summer rides can be fun until they lead to perspiration that then results in body acne.
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Factors contributing to body acne, especially in the summer
- Heat and humidity: High temperatures and humidity levels can cause our skin to produce more oil, contributing to acne breakouts.
- Perspiration: When we sweat, the moisture can mix with oils, dirt, and bacteria on the skin, which can then clog pores and lead to breakouts.
- Friction: Acne and breakouts can also be caused by the friction in the skin when wearing tight clothing or carrying a heavy backpack.
- Sunscreen and other skincare products: Some sunscreens and skincare products can clog pores and cause acne, especially if they are formulated with comedogenic ingredients.
- Travel: Summer travel can disrupt your skincare routine and expose your skin to new environments, that can result in irritation and breakouts.
Anti-acne soaps that would best suit your summer skin
1. Vaadi Herbals Becalming Tea Tree Anti-Acne Soap: This soap screams summer. It is infused with tea tree oil that’s known for its anti-acne properties and aloe vera that helps soothe and calm the skin. Its fragrance leaves the skin feeling clean and refreshed.
2. Botanic Love Anti Acne Bar: This anti-acne bar contains rejuvenating ingredients like neem and turmeric, which help purify and detoxify the skin and clean out the pores and blemishes from the roots. The skin ends up feeling cleansed and fresh with its pleasant fragrance and lathering texture.
3. Callesta Acne Control Activated Charcoal with Tea Tree Soap for Men: Specifically designed for men with slightly oily, acne-prone skin, this acne-control bar contains activated charcoal, which absorbs excess oil and impurities from the skin. It also has tea tree oil that works on reducing inflammation and preventing breakouts.
4. Mirah Belle Organic Aloe Vera Tea Tree Anti Acne Soap: Backed by the goodness of organic tea tree oil and aloe vera, this soap contains elements that help soothe and heal the skin. It also comes with natural ingredients like neem and turmeric, which help purify and detoxify the skin. When lathered, it releases a mild fragrance that lingers on the skin after a shower.
5. Mancode Oil Control Tea Tree Soap: For men with acne-prone skin, this soap is curated with the richness of pure and organic tea tree oil, which helps control oil production, unclog pores and reduce inflammation.
6. Some By Mi AHA-BHA-PHA 30 Days Miracle Cleansing Soap: This soap is a miraculous blend of AHA, BHA, and PHA, all of which team up to exfoliate the skin and unclog pores. It also contains other natural ingredients like niacinamide and Centella asiatica (also known as gotu kola), which soothes and heals the skin.
In addition to keeping your bathing routine in check, there are other ways in which you can help your skin help you. Drink plenty of water to keep your skin hydrated from the inside out. Dehydration can cause your skin to produce more oil, leading to breakouts. Also, remember to follow your shower with a moisturiser and SPF to protect your skin from acne-causing sun aggressors.
