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Mother wants to take me shopping for clothes

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Unfortunately, my mum has a whole bunch of clothes on lay-by. As its cruising into summer here, they'll be very short-sleeved. Mum doesn't know I've scarred my arms and I don't want her to know. In some cases I've managed to get away with long-sleeved gloves or jackets but I don't think either of these options will help on a sunny day when mum wants to see just how I look in a short-sleeved shirt.

Unfortunately, some of my scars (several months old now) are still quite raised and red. What do I do? Help!
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I found some great foundation which (if your scars arent that large) lets attention be drawn away from them. I know, tough situation...
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well, im in florida and this is how i had to finally fess up to my family. It became summer and we went to the beach house. I couldnt not wear a bathing suit and ta da there it all was.

maybe this is your time to be able to fianlly come out. I know, scarey but it might be the time for you.
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does your mum know that you SI at all (you said she doesnt know about your arms, but does she know of anywhere else?) might be an easier way of bringing the subject round.
I hide mine with clothing (when possible), makeup, even some elf tan lotions help detract from the scars. they dont hide the scars though.
Umm, apart from that, the only thing i can suggest is vitamin E OIL (not cream, oil like in the cpsules you swallow) I pin prick the capsule then spread the oil on my scars. it does take time, but it helps them fade much quicker.
Sorry I cant think of anything else.
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sorry i meant SELF tan lotions - not elf tan :)
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