Breakouts on your backside (also called butt-ne) can be caused by clogged pores, just like facial acne. Other common causes include plugged hair follicles (keratosis pilaris), sweat bumps (miliaria), and friction from clothing. In some cases, a bacterial infection (like staph) can cause pimples on the butt. To keep your booty clear, follow these tips:
- Exfoliate. The skin on those cheeks doesn't turn over as quickly as the cheeks on your face, so help it along by exfoliating with a loofah or a moisturizing body scrub. I like Carol's Daughter Almond Cookie Sea Salt Scrub.
- Medicate. If the bumps are rough, a buildup of dead skin cells is probably the culprit. Look for scrubs and lotions with lactic or salicylic acid (like Oxy Maximum Hydrating Body Wash with 2 percent salicylic acid) to help dissolve them. If the bumps are whiteheads, try a benzoyl peroxide wash like DDF Pumice Acne Scrub with 2 1/2 percent benzoyl peroxide.
- Wear loose clothing. This will help prevent friction, which can clog sweat glands and lead to sweat bumps. If you must wear tight, stretchy workout clothes, try to shower immediately after.
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