How to Prevent Pimples on Your Buttocks
Pimples can occur anywhere on the body, including the buttocks. Some people are simply more prone to pimples on the buttocks than others. Because pimples are often due to excess oil, grime and bacteria, it's important to keep the area clean. If you employ a regular skincare regime and basic prevention steps, you can effectively prevent pimples on your butt. Does this Spark an idea?
Things You'll Need
- Antibacterial cleanser
- Toner
- Body scrub
- Loofah
- Acne treatment cream
- Cotton underwear
Instructions
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Wash the skin on your buttocks daily. Cleanse it with an antibacterial cleanser to remove grime, sweat, debris and bacteria, all of which can cause pimples.
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Dip a cotton ball in toner and apply it to your buttocks. Most toners contain alcohol, which can absorb excess oil and kill bacteria. Because this area is prone to sweat, it's important to remove that excess oil.
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Exfoliate your buttocks. Use a body scrub and loofah to exfoliate the skin there two to three times weekly. Exfoliation helps to clear pores and encourages skin cell regeneration. If your pores are clogged, you are more likely to get pimples.
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Apply a thin layer of acne treatment cream to your buttocks skin. If you are prone to pimples on your butt, the preventative use of acne treatment cream can be quite effective. Choose a cream that contains benzoyl peroxide, which is effective at combating pimples. You can find such creams in most drug stores.
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Wear loose cotton underwear. Tight, synthetic underwear traps sweat and bacteria next to your buttocks, often causing and worsening pimples. Instead, choose breathable fabrics, like cotton. Also, change out of sweaty clothes promptly.
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Tips & Warnings
Consume a healthy diet because solid nutrition is essential to overall skin health.
Do not squeeze or pop pimples on your butt. You could permanently damage the skin by doing so.
