We've all been there: you're going about your daily routine when suddenly, there's an angry red bump looking at you in the mirror. It's red, it's painful, and it may have a white tip in the center.

When red bumps appear on your butt, they most likely aren't caused by the same type of acne you see on your face. It's possible to get pimples on your butt, but more often, the bumps are caused by ...

Ah, summer. Lots of us look forward to spending time outdoors when the weather is nice and the sunlight stretches well into the evening. But all that time outdoors can put you at risk for a bevy of ...

Butt acne is not true acne. Blemishes on the buttocks are typically caused by another skin condition such as folliculitis, keratosis pilaris, or boils. It is possible to have acne in the area around ...

Carrie Madormo, RN, MPH, is a health writer. She has over a decade of experience as a registered nurse, practicing in a variety of fields, such as pediatrics, oncology, chronic pain, and public health ...

Medically reviewed by Brendan Camp, MD Key Takeaways Don't pop or squeeze big pimples.Use topical acne treatments to help big pimples heal faster. Keep your skin clean and avoid touching your face.