Acne-Prone Skin Care Guide: Face & Body Routines with Rustic Art

Acne doesn’t look the same for everyone – some struggle with oily, acne-prone T-zones, others get stubborn breakouts on their back, shoulders, or chest. Rustic Art's acne care range is designed to treat pimples gently using plant-based actives like neem, basil, aloe vera and probiotic ferments instead of harsh, stripping chemicals.

This guide helps you choose the right routine for your face and body acne, and shows you exactly how to layer your products for clear, calm skin.

 

What type of acne do you have?

 

Oily, acne-prone facial skin (T-zone, frequent whiteheads/blackheads)

Best suited to: Acne Prone Skin Care Combo + Oily / Combination Skin Combos.

Combination skin with occasional breakouts

Best suited to: Combination Skin Care Combo + spot care with Reith Skin Even Gel.

Body acne on back, shoulders and chest

 

Common causes: Unlike facial acne, body acne ("bacne") is often triggered by external factors like sweat-soaked clothing, friction from backpacks or tight clothing, and residue from laundry products. Harsh detergents, fabric softeners, and chemical fragrances in laundry products can irritate skin and clog pores on your back, shoulders, and chest, causing persistent breakouts. Switching to toxin-free, biodegradable laundry solutions (like Rustic Art Bio Laundry products) can significantly reduce body acne flare-ups.

Best suited to: Body Acne Care Combo with body wash, scrub and soothing gel.

 

Recommended Rustic Art routines

 

Daily routine for oily, acne-prone facial skin

Step 1 (AM & PM): Neem Basil Face Wash Concentrate
Step 2 (AM): Aloe Vera Neem Basil Gel as light moisturizer
Step 3 (PM): Neem Basil Facial Serum 

 

Routine for body acne (back, shoulders, chest)

Step 1: Neem Soap in shower for acne-prone areas / Rosemary Peppermint Body Wash 
Step 2: Tomato Walnut Body & Face Scrub 1-2x weekly
Step 3: Aloe Vera Neem Basil Gel post-bath for soothing and hydration

Step 4: Switch to toxin-free laundry detergent (Rustic Art Bio Laundry) to eliminate chemical residue on clothes and bedding that can trigger body acne

 

Pro tip: Wash towels, bedsheets, and workout clothes with natural, fragrance-free detergent to prevent re-exposure to acne-triggering chemicals.

 

Acne FAQs

 

Q: Which Rustic Art products are best for teenage acne?
A: Point to Acne Prone Skin Care Combo for face + Body Acne Care Combo for bacne and shoulder/chest acne.

Q: Can I use Rustic Art acne products if I have sensitive skin?
A: Yes, all our formulations are sulphate-free and plant-based. We recommend patch testing and introducing products slowly.

Q: How long does it usually take to see fewer breakouts?
A: Most users notice calmer, clearer skin within 3-6 weeks of consistent use. Post-acne marks may take longer to fade.

Q: What's the difference between face acne and body acne care?
A: Body skin is thicker and faces more friction and sweat. That's why our body acne routine includes a specialized scrub and soap.

Q: Can I combine Rustic Art acne products with other actives like AHAs/BHAs?
A: Use caution when combining. Space usage and focus on barrier support with our gels & moisturizers.