CeraVe
SA Body Wash for Rough & Bumpy Skin
In the shower, 3 times a weekSalicylic acid in a wash, for spots on the back and shoulders that no one talks about.
approx. $15View details
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Neutrogena
Body Clear Acne Body Wash
The cheap version of the same idea. Stronger scent, lower price, does the job.
approx. $9
Available at 2 shops. Compare them and choose whichever works best for you.
Prices are a guide only, last checked August 2026, and they change often. Amazon prices are never shown here. Always check the price at the shop before buying.Affiliate links. I may earn a commission if you buy, generally at no additional cost to you.What it does
Same principle as the CeraVe wash and roughly half the price, which matters because a body wash gets used up quickly. The trade off is honest: it is more stripping and it is scented, so on dry or reactive skin it can be too much. If your back is oily and you are going through a bottle a month, this is the one that makes financial sense. If your skin protests, move up.
What it will not do
Too drying for sensitive skin and definitely not for the face. The fragrance is noticeable if that bothers you.
How to use it
Three times a week, leave it on for a minute before rinsing. Follow with a body lotion on the areas that end up dry.
Key ingredients
Salicylic acid at 2 percent. No ceramides, which is where the price difference sits.
Researched, not personally testedSelected from published information and product data, not from personal use.Last reviewed August 2026
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