Strange Bumps... :/

Mar 4, 2014

Madison H.

I've had these bumps on my arms, legs, and back for the longest time! They aren't extremely red, don't itch, nothing. All they look like is tiny pale-pink goosebumps. But they don't go away. I've tried tons of lotions and shaving creams but nothing seems to work. Any suggestions or tips?

Mar 4, 2014

Abby F.

Hmm...sounds like razor burn, but I wouldn't think you shave your back? It could also be Karatosis Pilaris which sounds like what you're experiencing. If it's razor burn I'd suggest use shaving cream, a good lotion and let the area breathe for awhile and don't out constricting clothing. If it's KP all you need a trip to the doc or the derm and they'll give you a lotion/cream. Should help and see an improvement in a week. I used to have KP and it's so easy to clear up. (:

Mar 4, 2014

Abby F.

I agree with Jacqlyn now that I see them- does look like milia. But I've never heard of it on the arm/back...I'd cut out mineral oil though and see if it clears up.

Mar 4, 2014

Madison H.

No. It's actually a pale pink. It's not red. I know my mom has KP, do you think it could be hereditary?

Mar 4, 2014

Madison H.

Alright. Thank you all for your help! :)

Mar 4, 2014

Lisa S.

Ughhh I have same problem and basically the only thing that helps me is Eucerin lotion. I also saw that they came out with a new one for blemished skin so I may try that. And Jergens has a new bb body lotion that maybe can help with this...

Mar 4, 2014

Andrea M.

Try a salicylic acid cream.

Mar 4, 2014

Roz X.

Looks to me like KP aka Chicken Skin. It's common on the backs of arms and cheeks. Exfoliation and DermaDoctor's KP duty work beautifully.