Pimples on Breasts:

Pimples on Breasts: What to Do

Treating pimples on the breasts
Nobody likes getting pimples, whether they’re on your face or your breasts.Acne can happen to anyone at any age, and appear on different parts of your body for a variety of reasons. It’s important to remember that it’s treatable, and while uncomfortable, pimples aren’t usually a major health risk.

You can treat breast pimples by changing certain habits and using over-the-counter (OTC) medications, or a combination of the two. Often this is enough to provide relief. Read on to find out home treatments and more.

Habits to treat pimples on breasts

Try some of these at-home treatments and lifestyle changes to help treat pimples on the breasts:

Wash area regularly. Wash the area twice each day with a mild soap.
Wash oily hair. If you have long hair that reaches your chest, it could be contributing to pimples. Wash your hair when it feels oily.
Rinse off sweat. Shower after a workout or period of heavy sweating.
Avoid the sun. Avoid exposing your chest to the sun.
Use oil-free sunscreen. Use  sunscreens that are oil-free so they won’t clog pores.
Try tea tree oil. Tea tree oil can be bought as a gel or wash and might help to reduce acne.
Topical zinc. Creams and lotions made with zinc may help cut down on breakouts.
Birth control. For some women, the hormones in birth control  help to regulate acne.
OTC creams and gels. Use ones with ingredients that include: benzoyl peroxide, sulfur, resorcinol, or salicylic acid.

Medications for acne

If you don’t get relief from these methods, you might want to see a dermatologist or other healthcare provider. Dermatologists specialize in skin conditions and treatments, and can help you determine what’s contributing to your breast pimples.

What not to do

There are some things that can make pimples worse or more irritated. Avoid:

Using harsh soaps with ingredients like alcohol, which dries out your skin.
Scrubbing too hard.
Popping, squeezing, or picking at pimples. This can lead to scras.
Staying in sweaty clothing after a workout.

What causes pimples?

Certain things can make pimples worse, including:

Genetics. Acne can run in families.
Diet. Some research shows that dairy products might be linked to acne. A found a connection between the amount of dairy eaten and the risk of developing acne, as well as breast cancer. Chocolate and carbohydrates may also be suspect. 
Medications. Medications such as corticosteroids may have an effect on acne.
Hormones. In women, pimple outbreaks can be linked to hormonal  changes that happen during menstruation and pregnancy.