The red bumps on your butt cheeks are pimples. Pimples are small bumps that are filled with a mixture of oil, dead skin cells, and bacteria. They are very common on areas of the body that have a lot of hair or sweat glands like the face, back, chest and buttocks.

Wash your buttocks twice a day with warm water and soap. Use an antibacterial soap if possible. After you wash, pat your skin dry with a towel instead of rubbing it so you don’t irritate the area any more than necessary. If possible, wash with an antibacterial soap to help prevent infection from developing.

Apply over-the-counter acne medication to reduce inflammation and help prevent future breakouts (see below). Don’t pick or squeeze at pimples because this can lead to scarring and additional breakouts later.

Last modified: October 25, 2022