Pimples on the arms: what they are, causes and treatment

What are pimples on the arms?

Pimples on the arms are small, red pimples that normally grow during puberty in adolescence and hormonal changes. Both boys and girls can develop them. It is a common problem in adolescence, sometimes accompanied by severe pain.

These annoying pimples, in addition to their red color, are characterized because sometimes they can be filled with pus and surround the arm a lot, which makes it have a goosebumps texture or a very rocky skin.

Note: One study mentions that “Some skin ailments are signs of diseases that affect the entire body—for example, the pimples that accompany measles or the spots that come out from poor diet.” (1)

Causes of pimples on the arms

Pimples on the armshave various causes, many are normal and others are unrelated to diseases or other factors in the environment. The important thing is to recognize what they are, here we summarize the main most important causes:

excess keratin

Keratin is a protein found in human hair and skin. But there are cases in which this protein overdevelops, to the point of Clogging the Hair Follicles of the skin, forming red grains or small pimples.

Important: This is given another name according to a study “Keratosis pilaris, also known as “goosebumps”, is a common rash and is caused by the accumulation of dead skin cells around a hair follicle.” (two)

Allergic reaction

Allergic reactions are common for the appearance of pimples on the arms , often they are allergies to food (such as gluten) or to certain drugs.

They are not easy to determine, but they can be identified by sudden appearances of red pimples on the arm or other parts of the body, such as atopic dermatitis in children. It is a constant nuisance to have small pimples due to allergic reactions.

Pimples or blackheads

Pimples and blackheads are very common in the puberty stage , their appearances are usually uncomfortable and quite annoying, in the case of both. They are also caused by bacteria on the skin, fat or dead cells.

Note: A study mentions that “Pimples and blackheads are the result of the stimulation of pilosebaceous glands, which increase the secretion of fat and infections by bacteria” . (3)

Old people buried

Many times there are hairs that are buried under the skin, when they are not removed correctlyor do not finish growing outwards. As they do not develop on the outside, theyend up curling up, bulging the skin and allowing for the main consequences, the appearance of various pimples on the arm or other parts of the body.

Insect bites

The bites of mosquitoes or other insects can easily infect the skin, leaving the growth of the bite and then, due to infections or microorganisms, cause pimples.

Note: Apart from mosquitoes, bee or wasp stings can flow, which also inflame the person’s skin.

How to eliminate and prevent pimples on the arms?

There are various ways to remove or prevent pimples on the arms, as well as other important parts of the human body.

Wear fresh clothes

You have to keep cool, with appropriate clothing for certain environments, free of sweat or other microorganisms that adhere to clothing and later to the skin. This is a way toprevent infections or fats that are the cause of the various pimples on the skin.

Use moisturizing creams

Moisturizing creams are a great option to keep the skin healthy and free of external microorganisms, which cause the various pimples on the skin. It should be known that there are no exact times to use them, they can be during the mornings, afternoons and even before bed, which brings better results.

Properly exfoliate the skin

Exfoliating helps clean the skin of bacteria or other microorganisms, it also effectively removes pimples when they are present, it is a deep cleaning that must be done by suitable professionals.

Important: Thanks to a study, it is known that “Spoliation is a completely natural cell regeneration phenomenon. At every moment, the dermis produces new cells, new skin” . (4)

Keep the skin clean with the right products

The skin is sensitive, it can suffer from Serious diseasesif it is not properly cared for. That is whythe skin must be kept clean, healthy and hydratedat all times. And there are many products to achieve this goal.

Tip: The products indicated are moisturizers, sunscreen and moisturizing masks

Avoid removing blackheads

You shouldavoid abruptly removing blackheads, not only because this can negatively affect the skin and leave marks, but also, if the area is not properly cleaned, these pointscan leave traces of fatand allow more blackheads to grow.

Use ointments and medications indicated by specialists

Ointments or ointments are effective to heal, moisturize and remove substancesfrom the skin, these are applied in cream form. However, like drugs or other medications,they must be applied with prior medical prescription by specialists, since you could suffer from a severe allergic reaction.

Use insect repellent

Insect repellents should be used in certain environments, since they should be avoided to approach human skin, which takes better care of bites and prevents the appearance of pimples, infections and very serious bites.

Homemade exfoliants to remove pimples on the arms

Below we present some homemade exfoliants, made especially to remove pimples from the arms, they are easy to prepare and apply. Among those are:

Scrub with water and salt

It is the first scrub on the list, one of the most homemade and simple to make, below we present the correct way to make and apply it.

Ingredients

• Warm water
• ½ cup sea salt or coarse salt

Preparation

• In a recent deep, warm water is placed, so that it mixes perfectly with sea salt or coarse salt. Indicated for this scrub as they are not easily diluted, then start mixing.
• When you finish making the mixture, apply it with washed instruments or well-sanitized hands, all over the area of the arm that has pimples, and let it rest for several minutes.
• Then you remove with clean water.

Oatmeal and honey scrub

This is another very effective exfoliant, due to the Antioxidant Propertiesof honey and the nutrition of oatmeal. A food that can do magic.

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons of ground oats
• 2 tablespoons of honey
• 2 tablespoons of salt

Preparation

• In a bowl, place the tablespoons of ground oats along with the tablespoons of honey, as long as they mix slowly.
• Beat or move slowly so that an effective mixture is made, while adding the tablespoons of salt at the same time.
• By letting the mixture rest, with clean instruments or hands, apply the scrub to the entire area of the arm that has pimples.
• Subsequently, the mixture should be removed with plenty of clean water.

Scrub with honey and sugar

It follows the same pattern as the previous scrub, but with other Very healthy properties of sugar for the skin, mixed with the antioxidant of honey and other very effective ingredients.

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 spoon of sugar
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons plain yogurt

Preparation

• In a bowl, add the tablespoon of honey, sugar, cornstarch and begin to mix slowly.
• Then, the spoonfuls of natural yogurt are added, beginning to move it without waiting so long, thus mixing the ingredients until it has a good color and texture.
• By letting the mixture rest and having the scrub ready, it is added directly to the area of the arm that has pimples or blackheads.
• After a few minutes, it should be removed with clean water.

Key Conclusions

• Pimples on the arm can be suffered by men and women alike on the skin.
• It is characterized by the appearance of red pimples, pimples or blackheads on the arm and other parts of the body.
• Care should be taken not to burst or remove these pimples abruptly.
• The environment, fat and sweating are some of the causes of pimples on the arms.
• Fortunately , there are various home remedies and exfoliants to eliminate and prevent the appearance of these pimples.