Types of Acne Body Soap

• An acne body soap can help keep you skin blemish free.skin care image by anna karwowska from Fotolia.com
  
  When dead skin cells and oil build up on the skin they can clog pores. When bacteria and dirt get caught in these clogged pores acne can form. There are several varieties of acne soaps on the market that help stop this process. The type of acne body soap that is best for you is usually determined by your skin type.
  
  

Benzoyl Peroxide and Salicylic Acid

• Acne.org states that acne causing bacteria cannot live in oxygenated environments. Benzoyl peroxide oxygenates the skin, helping to stop the growth of these bacteria. In addition, both benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acids are mild drying and peeling agents that help to prevent oily buildup. Acne body soaps that include one or more of these two ingredients are very common. They work best with oily skin types.
  
  

Glycerin Soap

• Glycerin is a colorless compound that is very common in soap and beauty products. According to Buzzle.com, glycerin soap has both cleansing and softening effects on skin. It works by gently removing dirt and excess oils from the skin, thereby stopping clog formation. Glycerin soap is best for people with sensitive or dry skin.
  
  

Herbal Soap

• Herbal soaps try to mimic the effects of other soaps while using herbal ingredients. They are very popular among people with sensitive skin. The herbal ingredient, tea tree oil, helps kill bacteria. Rosemary reduces inflammation and soothes irritated skin.
  
  

Antibacterial Soap

• Antibacterial soaps contain compounds that will kill acne causing bacteria. This helps stop clogged pores from becoming infected and forming pus. To prevent drying, it is wise to select a soap that contains a moisturizing ingredient such as aloe vera. While antibacterial soap is recommended for all skin types it can sometimes cause drying and is thus best used on oily or combination skin types.