Did you know that the friction caused by wearing a heavy backpack can actually cause bacne? This condition, acne mechanica, is triggered by excessive pressure. This is similar to the skin irritation you may feel if you're wearing a tight belt or sports gear. If you can, refrain from carrying heavy bags on your back and see if your acne clears up.
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Using shampoos and conditioners that contain potential irritants
Oddly enough, your hair products could also be to blame. You see, the shampoo and conditioner that we apply on our hair can actually drip down your back and if not washed off properly, it can cause irritation to the skin or clogged pores. Check your hair products to see if they contain pore-clogging ingredients, such as sodium lauryl sulfate, sodium laureth sulfate and some oils. You may even want to consider switching to an ultra-gentle product such as Noughty Care Taker Scalp Soothing Shampoo, $9.99.
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Sleeping on old, unwashed sheets
If you're having trouble remembering the last time you changed your sheets, chances are it's been too long. Sweat, dirt and other nasty stuff can build up on your sheets — and just as dirty pillowcases are a known culprit for facial breakouts, so are dirty bedsheets when it comes to bacne flare-ups. Regularly changing your sheets can make a big difference.
