Marie Clair March 2002

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Originally posted by Afi

I just read this article in Marie Clair
March 2002:
SKIN TRUTHS AND LIES
LIE: Bumpy skin on arms and thighs can be cleared up by exfoliating.
TRUTH: Skin-sloughing loofahs and scrubs make this problem, called
keratosis pilaris, worse. "If you try to scrub away the bumps, your skin will
rebound by producing even more," says Dr. Glogau. A better way to treat
them is with a lotion or mask containing AHAs or BHAs. If bumps are
inflamed, your dermatologist can prescribe a conticosteroid gel to bring down
the redness.

Try: Jergens Skin Smoothing Body Lotion, Zia Pimpkin Exfoliating Mask.
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But I am scrubbing my arm, so far I am seeing good results!
don't know what to do anymore, I am sick and tired of this condition.

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Originally posted by Kim / Little red dots

I am scrubing as well with a stiff brush and sulfer soap and I am seeing good results as well. All of the bumps are gone, I still have the red little dots. I'm using hydrocortisone cream at night and seeing a little difference. Any suggestions for the little red dots???

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Originally posted by Michelle

I noticed the little red dots on my legs a long time before I had any bumps there. I actually thought it was just because I have such a light complexion. The only thing I've found that has ever helped them is tanning, though I know I should stay out of the sun. It seems to be a catch 22. Skin cancer vs. KP.