Goodful·Posted on Sep 24, 2015Here's How To Actually Get Rid Of Acne All Over Your BodyBecause sometimes your body hasn't realized it's NOT going through puberty anymore.by Shannon RosenbergBuzzFeed StaffLinkFacebookPinterestTwitterMail Anyone who's dealt with acne knows how much it can suck. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 1. First, understand what acne is and what causes it. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 2. Be wary of DIY acne cures and home remedies. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 3. Stop exfoliating so much. View this photo on Instagram 4. Don’t press a phone to your face during long calls. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 5. If you suffer from body acne, you'll probably want to shower every night. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 6. And you should use a body wash with acne medicine anywhere you're breaking out. 7. If you get ingrown hairs around your groin, apply hydrocortisone cream to the area after you shave. View this photo on Instagram 8. Make a habit of putting your hair up or back before you work out. View this post on Facebook Facebook: video.php This will reduce the amount of oil and sweat that gets trapped on your forehead or on the back of your neck while you're exercising, all of which can be welcoming to pimples. Nazarian recommends a headband not on your forehead but pushed back on your hair — so that it won't trap sweat on your face. 9. Wear lighter and looser cotton clothing or breathable clothes that wick away sweat. View this photo on Instagram 10. ALWAYS leave time to shower or at least wipe down and change clothes after exercising. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 11. Make sure you're changing and cleaning your bedding regularly. View this photo on Instagram 12. Wash your hoodies, scarves, and coats often. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 13. Only use a heavy-duty cleanser once a day. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 14. Make sure you're doing your nightly routine in the right order. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 15. Even if you find it sexy, be careful around scruff. View this photo on Instagram 16. Shave at the end of your shower and stick to unscented shaving creams. View this photo on Instagram 17. Use a two-blade razor and shave in as few swipes as possible. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 18. Do not go bananas trying to squeeze the hell out of your blackheads. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 19. And leave your whiteheads alone. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 20. Stick to oil-free or non-comedogenic makeup products only. View this photo on Instagram 21. Oh, and actually take some time to unwind, relax, and minimize stress. View this photo on Instagram 22. Know when to throw in the towel and see a professional about your acne. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF Bring it on acne! We're ready! Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF