Dermalogica Clear Start Clarifying Bacne Spray — 6 fl oz back acne spray with salicylic acid & botanicals

Dermalogica Clear Start Clarifying Bacne Spray is a targeted body acne spray that helps clear clogged pores on the back and other hard-to-reach areas while soothing and hydrating skin.

Designed for the body rather than the face, this 6 fl oz clarifying spray combines salicylic acid exfoliation with botanical calming agents and lightweight nourishment to manage existing breakouts and help reduce future blemishes. Its spray format makes it simple to treat wide or awkward surfaces—like the upper back, shoulders and chest—without needing to contort or use multiple products.

How does this spray fight back acne and body blemishes?

The formula uses salicylic acid to gently exfoliate inside pores and help clear the buildup that leads to breakouts. Complementary ingredients help control oil and calm irritated skin so exfoliation isn’t the only action happening.

• Salicylic acid helps break up pore-clogging debris and smooth skin texture.
• Tea tree oil and witch hazel provide botanical astringent and soothing support.
• Argan oil adds lightweight hydration to prevent over-drying after exfoliation.
• Spray delivery reaches broad or hard-to-reach areas evenly and hygienically.

When and how should I use it for best results?

Use the spray on clean, dry skin twice daily—morning and night—for routine management of body breakouts. Hold the nozzle 12–18 inches away, spritz the affected area, allow 30–60 seconds to dry, and then continue with your regular body routine or clothing.

• Apply after showering and drying for clearer absorption.
• Allow it to dry fully before dressing to avoid transfer.
• Consistent twice-daily use supports ongoing control of post-workout or recurring blemishes.
• Can be incorporated selectively on shoulders, chest, neck, and back where breakouts form.

Is this suitable for sensitive or easily irritated skin?

The spray balances exfoliation with soothing botanicals to reduce the chance of excessive irritation, but individual reactions vary. If you have very sensitive skin, patch-test on a small area first and follow with gentle moisturization if needed.

• Botanical witch hazel and tea tree help calm redness while managing oil.
• Moroccan argan oil supports skin barrier hydration to minimize dryness.
• Patch-test recommendation reduces the risk of an unexpected reaction.
• Avoid use on broken or severely compromised skin until healed.

Who is this for: This Clarifying Bacne Spray is intended for anyone seeking a convenient, all-over body treatment to manage breakouts on large or hard-to-reach areas. It’s useful for active people who sweat during workouts, those who experience recurrent chest or back blemishes, and anyone who prefers a spray application over creams or wipes. If you need focused pore-exfoliation with a formulation that also soothes and hydrates, this product offers a balanced approach for torso and limb acne care.

Ingredients

Water/Aqua/Eau, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water, Isoceteth-20, Ethoxydiglycol, Salicylic Acid, Hexylene Glycol, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil, Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Oil, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Citrus Reticulata (Tangerine) Leaf Oil, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Porphyra Umbilicalis Extract, Serenoa Serrulata Fruit Extract, Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Oil, Butylene Glycol, Tocopherol, Beta-Sitosterol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Polysorbate 20, Sodium Hydroxide, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Benzoic Acid, Limonene, Linalool, Citral, Geraniol, Citronellol, Coumarin.