Shower as soon as possible after sweating
Use a gentle, non-comedogenic body wash
Wash your back daily, especially after exercise
Use a salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide body wash
Exfoliate gently 1–2 times per week
Avoid scrubbing hard or using rough loofahs
Wear loose, breathable clothing
Change out of sweaty clothes quickly
Wash bed sheets, towels, and workout clothes regularly
Keep hair products off your back
Avoid heavy oils, lotions, and greasy sunscreens on the back
Use non-comedogenic skincare and body products
Do not pick, squeeze, or scratch breakouts
Keep long hair clean and off your back
Shower after using hair products that may drip onto skin
Consider over-the-counter acne treatments with adapalene, salicylic acid, or benzoyl peroxide
See a dermatologist if breakouts are severe, painful, or persistent