Acne doesnt just appear on the face but also on different parts of the body, including the arms.
Acne on Arms: A Breakout or Something Else?
Tight clothing, such as on the arms, may also trigger acne on acne-prone skin.
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Wash Regularly to Prevent Future Breakouts
Proper hygiene is important for helping your skin stay acne-free.
Washing your body removes dead skin cells and oils that could clog pores.
Heat and Humidity
Research has suggested that heat and humidity may also trigger acne breakouts.
As acne on arms can be resulting from clogged pores, washing your skin regularly may prevent acne.
Be sure to use gentle, nonabrasive soap that doesnt have any alcohol in it.
Try not to touch the affected area.
Skin-Care Ingredients to Target Arm Acne
There are many skin-care products that claim to clear acne.
Certain ingredients in skin-care products can help promote acne healing.
A healthcare provider, such as a dermatologist, may recommend topical ointments to treat acne on arms.
Seeing a Dermatologist for Prescription Treatment
Sometimes acne on arms or elsewhere is stubborn.
They may suggest over-the-counter (OTC) treatments to try first to see if that helps wipe the acne.
Be sure to ask about any skin-care product ingredients you should avoid.
Summary
Acne on arms happens when sebaceous glands become clogged with oil, dirt, or bacteria.
Certain sports equipment or tight clothing may also make the arms more prone to acne.
Washing regularly and avoiding touching acne on arms may help prevent and heal acne.
Acne that persists may be treated with special skin-care products or prescription medication at the recommendation of a dermatologist.
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