Acne Clinic Series Ep 5 - Back Acne: Causes & Treatment ft Dr Anu J, Dr Sonal B, Dr Himanshu G - Video

Published On 2026-11-04T12:15:25+05:30 | Updated On 4 Nov 2026 12:42 PM IST

Overview

Back Acne: Causes, Triggers, Skincare & Treatment - The Acne Clinic Series brings together leading dermatologists to discuss back acne, body acne, acne triggers, skincare and evidence-based acne treatment.

In Episode 5, we explore back acne, an often-overlooked form of acne that can affect confidence, daily comfort and long-term skin health. Dr Anu Jain, Dr Sonal Bansal and Dr Himanshu Gupta discuss the causes and triggers of back acne, the role of sweating, gym workouts, lifestyle, clothing and friction, and practical approaches to back acne management.

Dr Anu Jain, Consultant Dermatologist & Cosmetologist, Director, Skin Prayag, Delhi; Dr Sonal Bansal, Consultant Dermatologist, DermaSpace Skin Clinic, Gurugram; and Dr Himanshu Gupta, Consultant Dermatologist, SkinKONNECT, East Delhi and Ghaziabad, share expert insights on back acne causes, back acne treatment and skincare for acne affecting larger body areas.

The dermatologists discuss the following:

1. Why is back acne so common?

2. What causes back acne and what triggers breakouts?

3. What role do sweating, hormones, genetics and lifestyle play?

4. Are gym-goers and athletes more prone to back acne?

5. Can tight clothing, backpacks and friction worsen back acne?

6. How can back acne affect confidence and daily life?

7. What role does a consistent skincare routine play in back acne management?

8. What are the latest advances in back acne treatment?

9. Can newer-generation retinoids and other treatments help manage larger affected areas?

The episode also features a rapid-fire segment covering back acne myths, hygiene and gym habits, clothing choices, overlooked triggers, complications and recent advances in acne treatment.

Speakers

Dr Anu Jain

Dr Anu Jain is a Consultant Dermatologist & Cosmetologist and Director of Skin Prayag, Rohini, Delhi. She is also a Consultant Dermatologist at Fortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh, Delhi, with over 17 years of experience in dermatology. She completed her MBBS in 2001 and MD in Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology in 2007. Her areas of expertise include clinical dermatology, dermatosurgery and advanced aesthetic treatments, with multiple publications, professional presentations and continuing education in dermatology.

Dr Sonal Bansal

Dr Sonal Bansal is a dermatologist with over 16 years of post-residency experience and is the Director of DermaSpace Skin Clinic, Gurugram. She specialises in the management of skin, hair and nail disorders, with expertise in acne, acne scars, pigmentation, psoriasis, hair loss and dermatological and aesthetic procedures.

Dr Himanshu Gupta

Dr Himanshu Gupta is a Consultant Dermatologist at SkinKONNECT in East Delhi and Ghaziabad. He holds an MBBS from Maulana Azad Medical College, New Delhi, and an MD in Dermatology, along with fellowships in dermatosurgery and lasers and aesthetics. He has served in several leadership roles with IADVL Delhi State Branch and has been actively involved in academic conferences, scientific presentations and dermatology research.

Dr. Nandita Mohan

Dr. Nandita Mohan is a practicing pediatric dentist with more than 5 years of clinical work experience. Along with this, she is equally interested in keeping herself up to date about the latest developments in the field of medicine and dentistry which is the driving force for her to be in association with Medical Dialogues. She also has her name attached with many publications; both national and international. She has pursued her BDS from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bangalore and later went to enter her dream specialty (MDS) in the Department of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry from Pt. B.D. Sharma University of Health Sciences. Through all the years of experience, her core interest in learning something new has never stopped. She can be contacted at editorial@medicaldialogues.in. Contact no. 011-43720751