red dots on arm

berkguy · Joined: 02 Mar 2006 Posts: 3

I don't know what it is, but I have a lot of small red dots on both of my arms. What can I do to get rid of them. They are mostly on the back of my arm. thanks.

Gumby · Joined: 20 Mar 2006 Posts: 3

Hi buddy,

sounds like Keratosis Pillaris to me,
try exfoliating with a loofah and exfoliating scrub, then appling an AHA lotion [preferably 10 percent up] then moisturizing.

If that doesn't work, try a retinoid [preferably tarozac] see a derm for a perscription.

take care

akelly · Joined: 22 May 2005 Posts: 26

There is a product I looked into called KP duty that will get rid of the bumps. I have 2 children with this skin condition.

KP duty is available at www.dermadoctor.com.

Maria954 · Joined: 24 Apr 2006 Posts: 2

Well My sister had red dots on her arm as well but the Dermatologist called it Rosacea . But he told her to use this Anti-Redness creme . You can fnd it on the website
Nutrivea-usa.com
After about a week you will see results instantly . My sister no longer has the red dots on her arm no more . That is one product that i know you will get definate results from . Goodluck .
Maria

cjdavis · Joined: 24 Jan 2005 Posts: 191 Location: Atlanta

berkguy · Joined: 02 Mar 2006 Posts: 3

thanks guys. I have some golythic acid (spelling?) and it's 50%, could that help? It's part of the AHA family.

Annuu · Joined: 21 Jul 2006 Posts: 2

Hi guys!

My wife had red bumps on the backs of her upper arms, and I found out that it is called keratosis pilaris. I am a Pharmacist, so I did a bit of research into the subject, and have made up a cream that is very effective. I have called it Koru kp cream (koru is the New Zealand Maori word meaning renewal, new life).

It contains a purifed plant extract from Centella asiatica, that has been shown to speed healing of the skin, Sodium Lactate (buffered AHA), Urea, New Zealand Avocado Oil, Olive Oil and Vitamins A, C and E. It does not contain any parabens, perfumes or mineral oil.

It is now available from our website (please excuse the homeliness of the website...we are a home-based business, so we are very small...not some big bad corporation...)

If you are interested, please visit us at www.koru.co.nz Thanks!

Cheers! :D

Annuu

George · Joined: 19 Jul 2006 Posts: 46 Location: Gainesville, VA

Hi,

I would be very careful about using a 50% glycolic. Concentrations that high really should not be used without the consultation of a dertamtologist or at least a good esthetician.

Though I'm not super concerned because the application is on your arms - this is still a very potent concentration. And if used in conjunction with an abrasive, you need to be especially careful.

For typical exfoliation, AHA's work best in concentrations no greater than 8%. Also - the ph needs to be around 4 to get the best benefit. If the ph is out of whack it will, at a minimum, do nothing and at worse, cause severe irritation and burning.

High concentration aha's do have a place - though I never use anything higher than 30% - and even that is used very sparingly on special cases.

Also - I would probably make an appointment with an esthetician. He or she will probably be able to design a proper regimen that will help you through your skincare trouble.

marsto911 · Joined: 14 Apr 2005 Posts: 122

Hi,

Using a glycolic 50%, in my opinion, for someone not trained in chemical peels could be very dangerous. A chemical burn could occur if caution is not used.

M

berkguy · Joined: 02 Mar 2006 Posts: 3

I've been using 30% on my arms and 50% on my face. When I put 50% on my face I stay away from the sun for 24 hours, I mean I try to avoid it, stay in doors and I apply it when I know I'm not going to have sun exposure the next day. I also, try to have minimal sun exposure they days afterwards. the 30% on my arm doesn't seem to work properly, I see no difference. As for my face, I use to have acne and now I have very little and it left red spots on my face. Even though it wasn't severe, everyone wants flawless skin. Anyways, I have noticed great results in my face, the spots aren't gone, but they are fading greatly, I can berly see them and that's when I'm focusing on them.

I would also like to know where I can find some dangers of using 50% on my face, I don't want to harm myself either. I only leave it there for about 3-4 minutes then I rinse with water mix with baking soda to neutralize the acid.