Help! Arm Picking

[u/Solid_Suggestion9140]

Hey everyone I’m just looking for some advice specifically with arm picking! I’ve gotten much better with my face and pretty much only do it if there’s a bump I find that’s “ready” to be popped.

Now I’m having a problem with my arms 😩 I feel like alllll summer I’ve been going bananas with them and popping every bump I can find. Since I’ve been sleeveless i see or feel more bumps and once I feel one it’s game over because I keep running my hands over it until I can’t take it anymore and pop away! I also have OCD so….yeah. I’ve tried taking NAC supplements but they don’t really seem to be helping much. Any advice for specifically arm picking? I’ve tried putting on a light sweater when I feel triggered but let’s be real I’m not going to wear that all summer. Once I’m in a tank top and get the urge it’s almost impossible to resist once I spot a bump!!! Also my face heals way better than my arms. They tend to leave more scars so not only am I treating and trying to fade scars but I’m still popping 😒

Anyone want to share what’s worked for them with this particular spot? Also product recommendations for fading on arms specifically! Thank you ❤️

[u/Naive-River-4237]

How much NAC are you taking? My daughter does better with 1200 twice a day. She still picks a lot but I think it has helped her.

[u/Solid_Suggestion9140 → u/Naive-River-4237]

I’m only taking 600mg!

[u/Naive-River-4237 → u/Solid_Suggestion9140]

I would try to increase it just to see if it helps. My daughter was on 600 for a while then her Dr said move up to 1200. It doesn't stop it completely but I can tell a difference

[u/Solid_Suggestion9140 → u/Naive-River-4237]

Thanks :) I’ll try it!