Suffer from backne (back acne)? There are several factors that contribute to the appearance of back acne, and since the skin on our back is extremely thick, it is prone to clogged pores. The upper half of our body also has more sebaceous/oil glands. It is also a hard to reach area, which is why it is frequently neglected by many. This treatment includes the same steps as a traditional facial (cleansing, exfoliation, extraction, mask, moisturizer).