Why do I have little black dots on my legs?
The little, black dots covering your legs are actually clogged pores (just like blackheads). They appear when open comedones get blocked with sebum, dirt or bacteria. The air causes the blockage to oxidise and turn black.
Why do I have black spots on my arms?
Age spots, which are sometimes called liver spots or solar lentigines, happen after exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light, says dermatologist Amy Kassouf, MD. They can be tan, brown or black, vary in size and usually appear on the areas most exposed to the sun such as the face, hands, shoulders and arms.
How do I get rid of dark spots on my arms and legs?
To treat dark spots on the legs, opt for OTC topicals and prescription creams such as hydroquinone, retinol and tretinoin that inhibit melanin formation and promote cell turnover – both are effective. Lastly, natural home remedies for dark spots include aloe vera gel and vitamin C.
Why do you get keratosis pilaris?
Keratosis pilaris develops when keratin forms a scaly plug that blocks the opening of the hair follicle. Usually plugs form in many hair follicles, causing patches of rough, bumpy skin. Keratosis pilaris is caused by the buildup of keratin — a hard protein that protects skin from harmful substances and infection.
What are the dots on my legs?
Strawberry legs occur when enlarged pores or hair follicles trap dead skin, oil, and bacteria. A person often experiences strawberry legs following shaving. Other skin conditions that can cause strawberry legs include clogged pores, folliculitis, dry skin, and keratosis pilaris.
How do you get rid of black spots on your legs?
In some cases, home remedies may help lighten dark skin on your thighs.
- Coconut oil and lemon juice. Lemons are packed with vitamin C, which may help treat hyperpigmentation.
- Sugar scrub. Sugar can help exfoliate the skin.
- Oatmeal yogurt scrub.
- Baking soda and water paste.
- Aloe vera.
- Potato rub.
