Dermalogica Clarifying Body Spray 177ml

360° body spray with salicylic acid for body acne

Pimples on the back, shoulders, or chest are especially annoying because you can barely reach them yourself. Applying a cream or gel by hand to the middle of your back is practically impossible, and because of that, those areas often remain untreated while your face gets a full routine. The result: visible pimples flaring up under a thin summer dress, tank top, or sports bra, slowly leaving behind pigmentation spots.

Dermalogica’s Clarifying Body Spray elegantly solves that physical problem with a 360° sprayer that also works upside down. Spray directly onto the middle of the back, a few motions over the shoulders, and the spray distributes evenly over the skin. The salicylic acid in the formula keeps pores open, while tea tree and witch hazel calm inflammation — a targeted approach for zones you can hardly reach otherwise.

Benefits

• Easily reaches hard-to-access areas such as the middle of the back
• 360° sprayer works upside down and disperses a fine, even mist
• Clears existing pimples and prevents new blockages on back and chest
• Reduces redness and soothes irritated spots
• Does not stain clothing after fully drying

Active ingredients

Salicylic Acid (1.0%): The mid-level concentration within the Dermalogica range — powerful enough to effectively clear clogged pores on the relatively thicker body skin, yet still suitable for daily use. The BHA penetrates deep into the pore and dissolves the sebum buildup that causes back and chest acne.

Witch Hazel: A classic astringent toner ingredient that naturally works on visible pores. It also soothes irritated skin around active pimples and provides a refreshing feeling — especially nice right after exercising or in warm weather.

Tea Tree Oil: A natural antibacterial oil from Australia, used for decades in dermatological skincare for blemishes. On body areas with persistent acne, tea tree works particularly well because it remains gentle on the skin barrier even with long-term use.

Moroccan Argan Oil: An unexpected but smart ingredient in an acne product — argan restores the skin barrier and prevents the active acids from drying out the skin. This balance is especially important on the back and shoulders, where sweaty clothing already causes irritation.

Lavender, Orange, Lemon & Mandarin: A blend of essential oils that not only provide a fresh scent but each have their own function. Lavender soothes, citrus oils gently brighten pigment spots after pimples, and mandarin adds an aromatherapeutic touch that makes the use pleasant.

Green Tea, Licorice Root & Saw Palmetto: Three plant extracts that respectively act as antioxidant, soothing, and sebum-regulating agents. Licorice also helps fade post-inflammatory pigment spots on the back — which you often see weeks after the pimple.

How to use

1. Thoroughly cleanse the body in the shower and gently dry the skin
2. Shake the bottle briefly and hold it about 45 centimeters from the area to be treated
3. Spray evenly on back, shoulders, chest, or other acne-prone areas — spraying upside down also works well
4. Let the spray dry for thirty to sixty seconds before putting on clothes
5. Use in the morning and/or evening, and optionally extra after an intense workout

Suitable for

• Acne on back (bacne), shoulders, chest, and upper arms
• All skin types, including sensitive skin types if well tolerated
• People who exercise intensively and have sweaty body skin
• Teenagers and adults with hormonal body acne
• Not recommended for the face — use the Active Clearing products for that.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this spray leave stains or sticky spots on clothing?

No, provided you let the spray dry completely before putting on clothes. Allow the product half a minute to a full minute to absorb. Afterwards, there is a light film on the skin that does not transfer onto white shirts or bedding.

Can I also use the spray on my face for hard-to-reach spots on my neck?

We do not recommend that. The spray is formulated for the thicker skin on the body and can cause irritation around the eye area and on sensitive facial skin. For the face and neck, the Active Clearing products are better suited, with adjusted dosages of active ingredients.

How many times per week can I use this spray for stubborn back acne?

Daily use — morning, evening, or both — is safe and actually most effective for persistent body acne. Salicylic acid works best with consistent, daily application rather than occasional use. Always apply to clean, dry skin.

Does this spray also help with dark spots left by my pimples?

Indirectly yes. The licorice root and mandarin oil in the formula work gently to brighten, and by preventing new pimples, no fresh pigment spots form. For existing stubborn spots, a targeted Post-Breakout Fix from the Clear Start line works as a supplement.