Body acne: why it happens (and how to ditch it if you hit the gym)

You build your body in the temple, dreaming of launching an OnlyFans, but suddenly your bum could grate parmesan. 

You left puberty ages ago yet your shoulders seem hell-bent on reliving it. 

Relax, king. Today we’re breaking down why your gender (cheers, testosterone) and your gym habit are teaming up behind your back — literally — to gift you with body spots and blackheads, plus how to finally get rid of them for good. 

 

THE SCIENCE OF A SPOT (PUB VERSION) 

Where there’s hair, there’s happiness… and potential for a breakout. 
The hair follicle is the same tiny hole that releases sebum — that natural oil keeping your skin soft. 
But when there’s too much of it, mixed with dead cells and bacteria… the pore clogs up, pressure builds, and voilà: spot city. 
Nothing personal — just chemistry, oil, and a bit of chaos.

TWO THINGS THAT REALLY DON’T HELP? 

Being a man, and hitting the gym. 

 

 

1. BEING AN UNCLE

  • Why do men get more body acne than women? 
    Pure genetics — with a heavy dose of testosterone: 

    • More testosterone (natural or “boosted”) = more sebum = more spots. 

    • More body hair = more pores = more sweat + friction = the perfect storm. 

    • And men’s skin has up to 20% more layers of dead cells. More buildup = more blockages. 

2. SPORT:

You probably guessed that unwashed sweat, tight gymwear, and bacteria-covered benches aren’t your pores’ best mates. 

But here’s what you didn’t know: your post-workout supplements might be joining the rebellion too. 

  • Whey protein → contains IGF-1, a growth factor that boosts sebum production. 

  • Creatine → can raise DHT (a stronger form of testosterone), making oil glands go wild. 

  • Shortcuts (you know the ones) → mess with your hormones directly, firing up inflammation and sebum. 
    Oh, and the gas... but that’s another post entirely.  

Bottom line: The gym gives you muscle… but if you go too hard, it can also give you spots. 

 

HOW TO GET RID OF THEM (AND STOP THEM COMING BACK) 

Good news: body spots aren’t a life sentence — they’re just your skin asking for the right kind of TLC. 

1. SHOWER AFTER SWEATING.
Post-gym, post-run, post-Netflix-&-HIIT… always shower. But the how matters: 

  • Use warm (not scalding) water. 

  • Avoid sulphate-heavy soaps that strip your skin drier than tax season. 

  • Dry off with a clean towel (yes, clean = washed within 5 uses max) and go gentle — not like you’re sanding a table. 

2. CUSE A SOAP THAT ACTUALLY DOES SOMETHING. “All-purpose” soaps do nothing on purpose. If body acne’s your thing, you need something that cleans deeply without wrecking your skin balance. 

Enter Mintastic with activated charcoal: 

  • Charcoal draws out dirt, oil, and bacteria like a magnet. 

  • Centella Asiatica calms irritation. 

  • Peppermint and spearmint refresh and fight microbes. 

  • 100% natural. No parabens. No drama. 

Basically: it cleans like a saint and smells like sin. 


 

3. FRESH CLOTHES, BREATHABLE FABRICS. Never rewear gym tops. And if you can, go for light, breathable ones — your skin needs air too. 

MAKE THOSE MUSCLES SHINE (FOR THE RIGHT REASON) 

Alright, woke-moment: spots don’t define you. But keeping them around isn’t self-love either. 

Ditching those red dots on your back boosts confidence and mirror appeal. 

Because yes, your back deserves attention — but from the camera or whoever’s climbing it, not from excess oil. 

Start with the right soap, and your skin (and anyone touching it) will thank you.

 

P.S.: This post’s brought to you by our Mintastic Body Bar — with activated charcoal, volcanic rock, centella asiatica and that icy mint scent that’ll leave you fresher than a penguin’s bum. 🧊 

Body acne: why it happens (and how to ditch it if you hit the gym) 

You build your body in the temple, dreaming of launching an OnlyFans, but suddenly your bum could grate parmesan. 

You left puberty ages ago yet your shoulders seem hell-bent on reliving it. 

Relax, king. Today we’re breaking down why your gender (cheers, testosterone) and your gym habit are teaming up behind your back — literally — to gift you with body spots and blackheads, plus how to finally get rid of them for good. 

 

THE SCIENCE OF GRAIN (BAR VERSION)

Where there’s hair, there’s happiness… and potential for a breakout. 
The hair follicle is the same tiny hole that releases sebum — that natural oil keeping your skin soft. 
But when there’s too much of it, mixed with dead cells and bacteria… the pore clogs up, pressure builds, and voilà: spot city. 
Nothing personal — just chemistry, oil, and a bit of chaos.

TWO THINGS THAT REALLY DON’T HELP? 

Being a man, and hitting the gym. 

 

1.  BEING A BLOKE

Why do men get more body acne than women? 
Pure genetics — with a heavy dose of testosterone: 

  • More testosterone (natural or “boosted”) = more sebum = more spots. 

  • More body hair = more pores = more sweat + friction = the perfect storm. 

  • And men’s skin has up to 20% more layers of dead cells. More buildup = more blockages. 

 

2. THE WORKOUT LIFE

You probably guessed that unwashed sweat, tight gymwear, and bacteria-covered benches aren’t your pores’ best mates. 

But here’s what you didn’t know: your post-workout supplements might be joining the rebellion too. 

  • Whey protein → contains IGF-1, a growth factor that boosts sebum production. 

  • Creatine → can raise DHT (a stronger form of testosterone), making oil glands go wild. 

  • Shortcuts (you know the ones) → mess with your hormones directly, firing up inflammation and sebum. 
    Oh, and the gas... but that’s another post entirely.  

Bottom line: The gym gives you muscle… but if you go too hard, it can also give you spots. 

 

SO WHAT DO WE DO TO GET RID OF THEM (AND PREVENT THEM FROM COMING BACK)?

The good news: body pimples They are not an eternal sentencebut a sign that your skin needs the right care:

1. SHOWER AFTER SWEATING: Post-gym, post-run, post-Netflix-&-HIIT… always shower. But the how matters: 

  • Use warm (not scalding) water. 

  • Avoid sulphate-heavy soaps that strip your skin drier than tax season. 

  • Dry off with a clean towel (yes, clean = washed within 5 uses max) and go gentle — not like you’re sanding a table. 

 

2. USE A SOAP THAT ACTUALLY DOES SOMETHING. “All-purpose” soaps do nothing on purpose. If body acne’s your thing, you need something that cleans deeply without wrecking your skin balance. 

Enter Mintastic with activated charcoal: 

  • Charcoal draws out dirt, oil, and bacteria like a magnet. 

  • Centella Asiatica calms irritation. 

  • Peppermint and spearmint refresh and fight microbes. 

  • 100% natural. No parabens. No drama. 

Basically: it cleans like a saint and smells like sin. 

 

3. CLEAN CLOTHES AND FRESH AIR: Don't wear the same gym shirt twice. And if you can, choose breathable fabrics.

MAKE YOUR MUSCLES LOOK TWICE AS GOOD

Alright, woke-moment: spots don’t define you. But keeping them around isn’t self-love either. 

Ditching those red dots on your back boosts confidence and mirror appeal. 

Because yes, your back deserves attention — but from the camera or whoever’s climbing it, not from excess oil. 

Start with the right soap, and your skin (and anyone touching it) will thank you. 

 

P.S.: This post’s brought to you by our Mintastic Body Bar — with activated charcoal, volcanic rock, centella asiatica and that icy mint scent that’ll leave you fresher than a penguin’s bum. 🧊 
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