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Be gone, body acne.

Person dispenses Kosas Good Body Skin AHA + Enzyme Exfoliating Body Wash into their hand next to a hand with Neutrogena body clear body wash

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It’s formulated with a variety of acne-fighting ingredients to soothe irritation while keeping the skin hydrated.

For a more affordable option, we love thePanOxyl Acne Foaming Wash.

It keeps the skin blemish-free for under $10.

Sephora Nécessaire The Body Acne Wash

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Dennis Gross, M.D., a board-certified dermatologist in New York City.

These ingredients help increase skin cell turnover and reduceclogged pores, a major culprit in body acne.

The formula helped calm our tester Alexa’s hormonal back acne, leaving her skin feeling smooth and refreshed.

person holding necessaire the body acne wash

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It also reduced stubborn pigmentation left behind after past breakouts.

She said her skin was glowing after using this formula for a few weeks.

It also smoothed my skin and reduced pigmentation.

PanOxyl Acne Foaming Wash

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Our tip is to follow this body wash with yourfavorite lotionto prevent that taut, stripped feeling.

But this body wash from Cetaphil is designed to go easy on dry and sensitive skin.

The main blemish-busting ingredient is salicylic acid.

Before and After using PanOxyl acne foaming wash

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Moisturizing glycerin,shea butter, andsoybean oiladd a hefty dose of hydration that lasts up to 24 hours.

you’ve got the option to use this wash daily without ever overdrying the skin.

I did like that it still maintained a hydrating feeling even with the acne-fighting abilities.

Person squeezing PanOxyl Maximum Strength Antimicrobial Acne Foaming Wash for Face onto hand

We appreciated the simplicity of this foaming body wash, which did a good job of clearing up breakouts.

Remember that its not the most hydrating formula, so we recommend using a lotion afterward.

Madison, tester with occasional acne:When used consistently, the body wash helps treat acne.

Before and After using PanOxyl acne foaming wash

I noticed a difference in the areas of concern after the testing period.

I still get hormonal zits, but the body wash keeps them in check.

This effective formula from Murad can offer some welcome relief.

Person squeezing PanOxyl Maximum Strength Antimicrobial Acne Foaming Wash for Face onto hand

There were fewer breakouts than usual, specifically on my back and chest.

Used daily, it helps keep pores squeaky clean without being harsh on easily irritated skin.

This creamy body wash lathers well and leaves skin feeling clean and fresh.

Amazon Cetaphil Acne Relief Body Wash

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Though the pimples didn’t completely disappear, it seemed to help them disappear quicker.

Since I started using it, I haven’t experienced any chest or back acne."

Caitlyn, tester with sensitive skin prone to bumps:“I was surprised by the formula’s effectiveness.

A bottle of Cetaphil Acne Relief Body Wash on a shower shelf

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It appears creamy and nourishingwhich it isbut sends bumps on my arms and legs packing.”

Look for hydrating products formulated without heavy soaps or fragrances to keep your skin happy and zit-free.

Antioxidants (Basel).

Target Neutrogena Body Clear Acne Body Wash

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2021 Aug 21;10(8):1315. doi: 10.3390/antiox10081315.

PMID: 34439563; PMCID: PMC8389214.

G Ital Dermatol Venereol.

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2020 Dec;155(6):744-748. doi: 10.23736/S0392-0488.20.06751-6.

Epub 2020 Oct 16.

Cochrane Database Syst Rev.

Murad Acne Control Acne Body Wash

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2020 Mar 16;3(3):CD011154.

PMID: 32175593; PMCID: PMC7077870.

Antioxidants (Basel).

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2019 Oct 1;8(10):445. doi: 10.3390/antiox8100445.

PMID: 31581512; PMCID: PMC6826613.

2022 Jul 30;14(15):3149. doi: 10.3390/nu14153149.

Curology Acne Body Wash

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PMID: 35956325; PMCID: PMC9370301.

Sharad J.Glycolic acid peel therapy - a current review.

Clin Cosmet Investig Dermatol.

Photos of person’s back before and after using Curology Acne Body Wash

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2013 Nov 11;6:281-8. doi: 10.2147/CCID.S34029.

PMID: 24399880; PMCID: PMC3875240.

Kosas Good Body Skin AHA + Enzyme Exfoliating Body Wash

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image of person lathering Kosas Good Body Skin AHA + Enzyme Exfoliating Body Wash on a hand

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Amazon Naturium The Smoother Glycolic Acid Exfoliating Body Wash

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A bottle of Naturium The Smoother Glycolic Acid Exfoliating Body Wash on a shower shelf

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Hands lathering soap with ZitSticka Silkshake Body Wash displayed on bathtub shelf

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