Formed red spots on skin? A person may notice small red spots on the skin for a number of reasons, including medical conditions, infection, skin irritation, heat exposure, or allergy. This post will help you to know the causes and treatment to get rid of all the red spots on skin. Often tiny red dots/spots on the skin go away on their own and are harmless. Others may need treatment at home or medication to resolve them completely. It is important to consult your doctor if you have symptoms like fever, fatigue, trouble breathing, or severe pain or swelling.
In this post, I’ve shared some main causes of red spots that you need to know if you are going through red small spots on the skin and the natural treatment that could help to get rid of them or make them lighten naturally at home without any side effects.
Scroll down till the end to know some of the possible causes of red spots on the skin, home remedies, and some tips to prevent them. If your skin is sensitive or these red spots are prolonged then consult a dermatologist
Causes Of Red Spots On skin:
- Heat rash
- Contact dermatitis
- Pityriasis rosea
- Drug rash
- Ringworm
- Swimmer’s itch
- Atopic dermatitis
- Psoriasis
- Acne/pimples
1. Heat Rash:
When we sweat, the pores of the skin get clogged and form Heat Rash. This often occurs when the weather is hot or when we exercise. Heat rash is painful or itchy sometimes. They form in areas when skin gets rubbed together or where clothes rub against the skin.
To treat hast rash naturally at home involves, taking cool baths, keeping the area clean and dry, avoid wearing fitted clothes and thick moisturizers.
2. Contact Dermatitis:
Contact dermatitis has 2 types. It occurs when your skin comes into contact with something that is an allergen or something that is irritant. Common symptoms of contact dermatitis may occur as redness, burning, itching, swelling, and blister.
3. Pityriasis rosea:
The exact cause of pityriasis rosea is unknown but researchers believe that it might come from viral or bacterial infection. Pityriasis rosea typically goes away from its own and can be found on the chest, back, or abdomen. It starts with one larger red spot and can be scaly and itchy.
4. Drug rash:
Drug rash happens when the body has an allergic reaction to medications. These drug rashes may be small red bumps while others can cause peeling, itchiness, and scaling. Not only topical cream you apply can cause this, but any medication can also be the reason for red spots.
5. Ringworm:
Ringworm can appear anywhere on the body and it is caused by a fungus. It is red blotchy and has a raised border. These red spots don’t go away on their own unless the fungus is killed.
6. Swimmer’s Itch:
A swimmer’s itch occurs after swimming in water. The cause of these red spots is parasites that are found in the water. Swimmer’s itch is red, itchy bumps and spots often form within a day of exposure to the water.
7. Atopic Dermatitis:
Atopic dermatitis usually forms when the skin gets folded like elbows, neck, wrist, and behind the knees and ears. These red spots are red scaly, itchy, inflammatory, and a common type of eczema.
8. Psoriasis:
Psoriasis has several types, and each can look slightly different so only a dermatologist can identify the exact type. These spots cause itching and burning. It causes scaly, itchy patches that form on the elbows, knees, and scalp, or can form anywhere else on the body. Skin cells grow faster in people having psoriasis which leads to creating a thick buildup.
9. Acne/Pimples:
Pimples are red spots that can form anywhere on the skin. These are formed when pores of the skin become blocked/clogged by oil and dead skin cells. When mixed with bacteria, the result is an irritated, inflamed, often irritated, and red bump.
Get rid of pimples fast at home
How To Remove Red Spots On Skin
Causes of red spots on the skin are many, it is important to identify properly the right cause to treat it. To find out what’s behind your red spot or in the situation prolonged or worsen, make an appointment with your doctor. In the meantime, here are natural remedies for mild cases of red spots.
How To Remove Red Spots On Skin With Home Remedies
- Aloe vera gel
- Lemon juice
- Apple cider vinegar
- Banana peel
- Potato juice
- Papaya extract
1. Aloe vera Gel:
Aloe vera gel has cooling and anti-fungal properties that help with irritation, inflammation, and infection. It works best for all skin types.
How To Use Aloe Vera Gel For Red Spots On Skin?
Cut the leaf from the aloe vera plant.
Extract it latex (yellow part)
To remove the latex from the aloe vera leaf, place the leaf upside down for 25-30 minutes.
Wash the leaf.
Peel it properly.
Scoop out it gel with the help of a spoon or knife.
Blend it to use it easily or you can simply massage it.
Massage it on the affected areas.
Leave it for 30 minutes.
Apply this daily or twice a day.
2. Lemon Juice:
Lemon juice contains citric acid that acts as an astringent and antioxidants that help in lightening the redness of the skin. It has had amazing bleaching properties along maintains the pH level of the skin.
How To Use Lemon Juice For Red Spots:
Extract lemon juice and apply it to the affected areas with the help of a cotton ball/pad.
If your skin is dry, make sure to add honey/coconut oil/aloe vera gel//milk with it to avoid roughness and flaking skin.
3. Apple Cider Vinegar:
Apple cider vinegar contains acetic, citric, malic, and amino acids, alpha-hydroxy acid, some vitamins, mineral salts, and some beneficial enzymes that help in restoring and balancing the pH levels of the skin. This also lightens red spots, best for removing dead skin cells, treating sunburn, reducing acne marks, reducing redness, and soothing the skin.
How To Use Apple Cider Vinegar For Red Spots?
Dilute it with water or rose water in equal amounts before use. Apply on the affected areas for half an hour and then wash it off.
If your skin is dry, make sure to mix with honey or aloe vera gel.
4. Banana Peel:
Banana peel is good for reducing redness, itchiness, irritation from the skin, and soothing skin because it contains strong anti-oxidants.
How To Use Banana Peel For Red Spots?
Rub banana peel on the affected areas for 10 minutes and then leave it for 30 minutes. Apply this twice a day.
5. Potato Juice:
Potato juice has excellent bleaching properties. It is best for lightening dark spots, and pigmentation too along with red spots on the skin.
How To Use Potato Juice For Red Spots?
Wash the potato and grate it.
Squeeze to get the juice or blend them and strain to get the juice.
Apply to the affected areas for 25 minutes.
If your skin is dry, try to add some moisturizing agents with it like honey, milk, aloe vera gel, or coconut oil.
6. Papaya Extract:
This fruit has skin-lightening properties that help in lightening pigmentation, dark spots, and red spots too. Papaya is best for decreasing inflammation and irritation from the skin.
How To Use Papaya Extract For Red Spots?
Take a small piece of papaya and mash it to form a paste.
Apply to the affected areas for 30 minutes. Apply this twice a day.
Tips To Prevent Red Spots on Skin:
- Avoid sun exposure
- Take a well-balanced diet.
- Exfoliate twice a week.
- Use good quality skin-care products.
- Consult a dermatologist: If the red spots stay longer, consult a dermatologist immediately.
- Using mild, unscented soaps, body washes, and cleansers
- Avoid bathing in hot water
- Keep the affected area dry and clean
- Wear loose-fitting clothes
- Avoid rubbing or scratching the skin
FAQs About Red Small Spots On Skin
Q. Why do I get red spots after acne?
A. Red spots that formed after acne are caused by pigmentation and are known as post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation spots/marks.
Q. Does ice help to treat red spots?
A. Yes, ice really helps to lighten red spots and reduce swelling.
Q. What do Leukemia spots look like?
A. Leukemia is tiny red spots that can be formed anywhere on the skin. The pinpoints of blood are called petechiae. These are red dots on the skin and visible to see and people with darker skin have less noticeable spots.
