- CLEAR Exfoliating Back & Body Acne Spray, Bacne Spray with 2% BHA Salicylic Acid Back Acne Treatment for Clogged Pores, Blackheads & Breakouts, Alcohol-Free, Fragrance-Free, 4 Fl Oz

I am 27F and started using this product for a bacne breakout in early May, and it is now August. An honest review (I don’t really feel comfy posting pics, but will try to be descriptive)… I broke out badly on my back with acne mechanica last winter. I’ve always had a pimple here and there, nbd, but THIS was new. I moved from the Deep South to a much colder climate, and my skin did not like it. It dried out, and the extra layers wreaked havoc on my upper back. I broke out horribly across my upper back, neck, and shoulders. (Not to mention I lost my perpetual tan lines, maybe the most tragic of all…) In May, bracing for sleeveless season, it was at its worst so I started treating with just PanOxyl in the shower. When that didn’t work, I went with this daily regimen: 1. PanOxyl 10% foaming wash in the shower with a gentle scrub brush 2. Paula’s Choice (this product) immediately after showering and drying 3. Finish with a light lotion to moisturize (either Aveeno or CeraVe) 4. Apply the Paula’s Choice as needed during the day (after sweating outside or gym mostly) 5. Very minor lifestyle changes (changed sheets at least once weekly instead of once every two weeks, change out of dirty clothes more quickly, upped water intake, breakout was worse on right shoulder I think due to purse and gym bag straps rubbing my clothing on my skin, so carried on my elbows more) I did not see results until about two or three weeks in using this regimen. I noticed a slight decrease in new bumps although my husband did not. One month in, it was a little more noticeable. Two months in, I had slightly more healing spots than new ones and my husband said he could see a difference. After what’s now been three months, I am seeing great results! With this regimen, I would say my breakout has been reduced about 80%. There are still a few pimples and rough patches but I didn’t expect everything to clear up overnight. I think in my case it will take a couple more months to fully heal it. However, most of what I started with is gone, and the worst spots are healing (very slowly, but there are waaaay more healing/healed spots then there are new ones now). Since improvement has been noticeable, I also recently added Paula’s Choice Niacinamide (purple bottle) to maybe help clean up scarring and improve appearance even more. I have not used it long enough to comment yet. I am hoping this speeds up clearing some of the discoloration and healed spots. The scent is not my favorite. It’s kind of medicinal, but thankfully it is subtle and does go away with time. It is a small price to pay for something that works. Overall, I believe adding this to my regimen significantly helped to clear the worst breakout I’ve ever had. I haven’t even really had problems with facial acne since probably age 22, so this was a horrible experience for me and really wrecked my confidence. So I am thankful that I actually found a product that gives results, and I intend to keep using this in my skincare regimen for as long as it’s on the market.

Now this is my favorite and #1 thing to use in my skin care routine, it does exactly what it says on the bottle: clears breakout and it absorbs quickly without drying out skin. Trust me when I say this i have really bad acne to a point that they leaves dark spots and using this works wonders for my face I definitely recommend this BUT you have to be CONSISTENT with this.

I have struggled with upper bacne and the unfortunate “trunk-ne” ever since I hit puberty. Prior to my deep dive into all things skin care and what ingredients are supposed to actually do what, I stumbled upon this body acne spray from Paula’s Choice a few years ago. It has been a staple in my acne journey ever since. I spray this on my back, shoulders, and butt after showering. I allow the spray to air dry while I do the rest of my skin care. Once I don’t feel any lingering residue, I get changed. (You want to make sure the product has dried down before getting changed because there is a chance for fabric bleaching due to the ingredients.) Whether it was this product or just that I began to use a targeted AHA/BHA consistently, my bacne has significantly improved. My biggest qualm is with the bottle/spray nozzle trigger. The nozzle gets jammed way too often. My fingers and hand can get soar and achey afterwards from fighting with the nozzle and trigger..like carpel tunnel status. And it definitely does not spray out as an even mist, so opt out if that’s what you are looking for. And this is not just an issue with one or two bottles. Like I mentioned earlier, I have been subscribed to this product for years now on a bimonthly basis, and this has been a problem with each order this past year. I do not remember this being such a problem when I first began using. Maybe something changed with the packaging materials. But considering how much its price has gone up from when I first began buying this, I feel like packaging quality should not decrease.

I started HRT (hormone replacement therapy), which caused me to break out on my chest, at my collar bone and everything I tried would not work. For the last 3 months I have tried acne cream, anti-itch cream, moisturizing cream, nothing. I NEVER break out on my chest. NEVER. Then I remembered I bought an extra bottle of this for my husband (had back acne from meds as well) and within the first day, it cleared most of it up!!! It’s the only thing which has worked to clear up the cluster of break outs I’ve had and the redness. Wish I had taken pictures to show the huge difference but I would recommend it to anyone. Not only works on your back (which it did for my husband) but your chest and other areas of your body as well. Great product!!!

In terms of efficacy, this body spray absolutely does what it says. I noticed a definite reduction in acne on my chest and back after using for about a week every other day. The bottle sprays upside down which is great for getting the back area on your own. However, the smell is not great when first applied. It does fade as it dries and after a few minutes I cannot smell it. But after that initial application, ESPECIALLY when I've applied it to my chest, it wafts right into my nose. It smells a bit like vomit or rotting garbage. The smell doesn't last long and I try to apply my deodorant immediately after so that I smell some of that scent instead while I wait for this to air dry. I haven't done much research but it's not a very large bottle for $25. I feel like there are probably similar products (a 2% salicylic acid spray) out there for cheaper. I can't say that I don't recommend this, because it does work. But this spray wouldn't be my first "choice."

It cleared my back situation to the T. I struggled with spots and enlarged pores. Highly recommend.

Oh man i have been facing sever body acne issues for more than 15 years, had lots of test, doctors, medication, herbal treatment n what not. The situation got worse every time i tired. Never had an idea that such a small bottle will do miracle. I am recovering now I m gaining confidence loving myself, can dress as j wish . Just ordered third bottle but yes i started seeing results just in two weeks. Girls dont waste money else where, trust the product n buy now. Love the makers

This is a great product. I started to see results within a few days and after about two weeks I had zero body acne. I have been using it for about 4 months and haven't had any breakouts since I started using it. The bottle works even if you spray it upside down.

nothing happen for acne, just expensive

Very good, made my back-acne calm down. Will buy again!