you’re able to get a zit anywhere on your body that has a pore.
And as for the neck?
So if you consistently find yourself stumbling upon a pimple, here are the reasons why.
Why do you get neck acne?
Well, first let’s talk about how pimples form in the first place.
Acne is a complex skin condition that has many contributing factors, influences, and triggers.
Neck acne, in particular, may have several contributing factors.
First, it’s similar to the face in that it does have a higher concentration of pores.
But the neck is also a sweet spot where many pore-clogging and skin-irritating issues converge.
Those with long hair may see zits on the nape from hair care products and oil.
Sweat may accumulate on the collars of workout gear and clothing, causing irritation in the area.
Hair removal, from shaving and so on, may cause breakouts, irritation, and ingrowns.
Orhormonal acne, which typically forms around the chin and jawline, may spill over onto the neck.
It just may take a few tweaks to get it under control.
Remedies for neck acne.
Topical treatments for neck acne are the same as for facial or body acne.
However, you’ll want to be extra careful with the delicate skin.
I typically recommend lower concentrations," says Zeichner.
The two categories work in slightly different ways and may affect your choice of ingredients.
Read: They are also moisturizing as wellwhich sets them apart from other chemical exfoliants.
BHAs (salicylic acid) work by breaking apart oil.
“Topical retinoids have a comedolytic effect, meaning that they help to prevent and treat clogged pores.
However, retinoleven though modern versions are much more gentle and sophisticatedisn’t for everyone.
Some people find it to be too potent, cause flaking, and irritation.
If your skin is dry and you want to buffer any side effects from your retinol of choice?
Becauseacne can lead to scarring, you’ll want to do your best to keep breakouts under control.
For those who shave the area, you may experience breakouts as a result of the irritation.
Mind your clothingespecially workout clothing.
When we think of acne triggers, clothing is not the first thing to come to mind.
The rubbing of the fabric against the skin leads to inflammation in the follicles,” says Zeichner.
Look into hair and hair products.
Haircare and styling products are avery common culprit for several areas, from yourscalp, hairline, andback.
It’s not only hair products that may cause breakouts.
Oil from your strands may also clog poresas well as any accumulated dirt and particulate matter on the hair.
So while you should not strip your hair of its natural oils (you need them!)
do be mindful ofhow much you wash your hair.
Pay attention to makeup and improper makeup removal.
So if you wear makeup on the arearemove the foundation every single night.
Evaluate skin care and body care products.
While not always, this often means these products can be comedogenic (or known to clog pores.)
“Comedogenic topical products can contribute, like heavy body moisturizers or oil-based hair products,” says King.
Tend to your diet and stress.
For those predisposed to acne, diet is a major influence for most people.
Here’s a list of thetop culprits that may be lurking in your pantry.
As for stress, easier said than donewe get that!
Butstress leads to acne all overtherefore on your neck as well.
Can you pop neck pimples?
We’ve repeated this several times, but it’s worth saying once again: “Don’t pick!
Is it acne or something else?
“When you shave, the free edge of the hair is cut below the surface of the skin.
