| Back acne, like other forms of acne is caused by | | | | naturally cleanse the tissue. It is also a natural |
| hormones acting on the oil producing glands in the | | | | antiseptic and is used to treat wounds and burns to |
| skin. This interaction leads to clogged pores and | | | | prevent scaring. |
| outbreaks on the surface of the skin. Natural back | | | | Witch Hazel |
| acne treatments are available to help deal with both | | | | Witch hazel has strong astringent properties and may |
| the external outbreak and the infection that occurs | | | | be helpful in cleansing the skin area around a |
| under the surface of the skin. | | | | breakout of back acne or as a cooling toner that can |
| The following list of natural remedies for back acne | | | | be applied to the back as a natural acne treatment. |
| has provided relief and comfort for many. Try them | | | | Aloe Vera |
| out for yourself: | | | | While aloe vera does not stop outbreaks, it is a very |
| Tea Tree Oil | | | | effective natural back acne treatment for skin repair |
| Tea tree oil is applied directly to the surface area of | | | | and reducing redness, swelling and scaring. Aloe vera |
| the infected skin. The oil penetrates the skins surface | | | | is applied in gel form after a thorough washing of the |
| helping to control the infection while keeping the | | | | affected area. |
| surface skin supple and hydrated. Tea tree oil soap | | | | Natural Apple Cider Vinegar |
| may be used to treat the whole back and prevent | | | | This product, found in most health food stores, can |
| further breakouts. | | | | be effective in treating back acne. Apply the apple |
| Capsule Supplements | | | | cider vinegar, diluted with three parts water, to the |
| Some evidence indicates that supplementing the diet | | | | acne at least twice a day. After a week increase the |
| with capsules containing Brewers yeast, potassium, | | | | strength of the solution to half and half. If there is no |
| magnesium and zinc help as a natural back acne | | | | irritation you can dab on the apple cider vinegar full |
| treatment. | | | | strength. The astringent properties of the vinegar |
| Lavender Essential Oil | | | | help clear up the acne. Discontinue use or go back to |
| When used as a natural back acne treatment | | | | a weaker dilution if skin becomes irritated or burns |
| lavender essential oil is rubbed on the skin surface. It | | | | after application. |
| stimulates circulation to the infected area, helping to | | | | |