Keratosis pilaris is a relatively common skin condition characterised by reddish rough bumps typically found on the outer arms, thighs, hands and buttocks. Often referred to as chicken skin there is said to be no known cure for this condition, although treatments such as ointments and moisturisers can improve the appearance of the skin. It…
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Facial presence of keratosis pilaris is medically known as keratosis pilaris rubra faceii. It is thought to be inherited yet its cause is still not entirely known. The condition can often be mistaken for other skin conditions such as acne as the typical symptoms and appearance are those of small red bumpy patches mainly on…
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Lack of moisture can result in the skin’s condition becoming worse, particularly for those who suffer from keratosis pilaris. The cold winter months are those in which anyone with this skin condition will want to keep their skin as hydrated as possible or be faced with inflammation of the skin that they will be desperate…
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Keratosis Pilaris is a relatively common skin condition often referred to as chicken skin. Hard red bumps appear on the skin’s surface, usually on the outer arms and thighs and for those who suffer from this condition there is unfortunately no known cure. Treatments for keratosis pilaris are many and despite laser treatment and various…
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Traditional treatment for keratosis consists of moisturizing or keratolytic remedies. These may include urea, lactic acid, salicylic acid or topical retinoids. Although these treatments have been around for many years they are not always effective and for many sufferers of KP there is no real improvement seen in the appearance of the skin. Because keratosis…
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