How To Make My Arms Smoother

I dunno what causes pimple-like spots on my arms. I thought i could take that off by using salt scrub and a loofah, but to my dismay, it just dried up and caused dark spots. I will be wearing strapless on my wedding come february `04. I just want to have a smooth and radiant looking skin by then. Pls help!
Posted by Cherie; updated 11/03/03

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Why don`t you go see a dermatologist.
Posted by Dana; updated 11/03/03

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Hi,

It sounds like you have what I have and it is called keratosis pillaris. What it is exactly is sensitive skin that when irritated will cause the bumps. Any attempt to remove them, via scrubbing, causes them to bruise and become dark. Sometimes medication or nerves can cause it. I have even heard that nicotine can. I went to a dermatologist and nothing helped me. I cannot even use suncare products, it aggravates it. What I have used to cover any marks up is makeup, and not just any, sensitive skin again. I have found ID cosmetics and they are wonderful.

Best of luck to you, but I would consult a dermatologist first, you may aggravate it more if this is indeed what you have.
Posted by kat; updated 11/11/03