Do you have red or black dots in front of your legs?
These are called “strawberry legs” because they resemble the seeds on the surface of a strawberry.
Causes of Their Appearance
These are caused by a combination of hair follicles, dead skin cells, and oil.
When the appearance looks more inflamed, presenting with redness, itchiness, or pain, it is possible that there are some bacteria lurking inside which is called folliculitis. It sometimes occurs from improper shaving or waxing followed by exposure to bacteria.
If you have folliculitis, you need to treat it with an antibacterial ointment, which you can get from your dermatologist.
It Can Be Kerataosis Pilaris
If this isn’t the case for you, it could be “keratosis pilaris”.
Keratosis pilaris or “chicken skin” is presented with rough bumps on the surface of the skin resembling goose bumps. Although 30-50% patients have a positive family history, the cause remains to be unknown. It usually worsens around winter and improves over the summer. It is mostly due to a buildup of keratin or dead skin cells that can be managed at home.
Ways to treat them at home
If you think this is what you have, you can:
- Exfoliate with body scrubs and chemical exfoliants (eg. salicylic acid, glycolic acid, and lactic acid) at least once every two weeks.
- Moisturize with urea, shea butter, and/or ceramides daily.
- Shave in the direction of your hair growth and use a lubricant while shaving.
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About the Author: Dr. Elli Reyes is a specialist of Aesthetic Medicine from the Philippines. With over four years of specialized training, her aesthetic practice has involved a variety of skin treatments involving Botox, fillers, and the like. As a licensed physician, she has been engaged by multiple clinics and is regularly interviewed by the local media as an expert in the science of the skin. Her research and writings to date have centered on nutrition, functional health, and general beauty.
