Is this really something that hasn't been thought of before? The latest in acne treatment, called ClindaReach from DUSA Pharmaceuticals Inc, combines topical acne medication with an ergonomical tool designed to make it easier to apply in hard-to-reach places -- like the back.

People who suffer from acne on their backs often end up missing treating some areas because they can't reach them all, or they need to ask another person for help -- which is embarrassing. As many as 50 million people across the country suffer from acne, and of those half have it on their backs. ClindaReach is currently being made available to dermatologists and pharmacists, so make an appointment if you're interested in trying it out.

I couldn't find any pictures of the "ergonomically designed tool," but it sounds like a long handle with a clip or something on the end to hold a medication-soaked pad. So again I have to ask, is this really something that hasn't been thought of before? Wow, they're probably going to charge a fortune for it too.

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I think skin is like hair: you can have "good skin days" and "bad skin days." It's almost impossible to tell which one you'll get until you're up in the morning looking in the mirror, and it seems like inevitably, if you have something special going on, you're skin is at it's worst. But no worries! There are ways to help limit the bad days and encourage the good ones, and things you can do the day before to help ensure you'll be looking your best by morning.

Many of the tips in this article are just good reminders of things you should already know, like sunscreen sunscreen sunscreen! But some others are a little different, like trying to sleep on your back at night (to reduce puffiness and creases) and eating "skin friendly" foods like spinach, blueberries, and salmon.

I think I'll try the special 24 hour skin-friendly diet suggested, but some of the other ideas are just not an option for me. If I couldn't sleep on my side at night I might have less wrinkles over time, but I gaurantee I'd have dark circles the size of dinner plates due to lack of good rest!

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Some people have bad skin that clears up when they start working out regularly, and some unfortunate souls go the other way and get nasty breakouts on their face or body. Since giving up on exercise isn't an option, what else to do to?

According to Shape.com, it's all about what you're wearing. The sweating is the problem, so everything from make-up to a shirt made of the wrong fabric can cause skin breakouts. The good news? If these tips work for you then it's a pretty easy fix (cross your fingers!).

For skin problems on your face or hairline, try washing off make-up before getting started and avoiding oil-based hair products. Breaking out on your back or arms? Invest in workout gear that wicks moisture, synthetic fabrics are best, and change clothes/shower as soon as you can post-routine. Shape also makes some good product recommendations, if you're looking for ideas.

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