i have had it all my life on my arms and legs and i would really like to have soft smooth skin not rough bumppy skin. any way to get rid of it thanks!
2007-02-08 03:23:02 · 7 answers · asked by Babydoll 2 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Skin Conditions
Keratosis pilaris (chicken skin), may improve with age and even disappear completely in adulthood; however, some will show signs of keratosis pilaris for life.
Treatments are largely symptomatic and must be repeated. Regardless, exfoliation, intensive moisturizing cremes, lac-hydrin, and medicated lotions containing alpha hydroxy acids or urea may be used to temporarily improve the appearance and texture of affected skin.
Scratching and picking at KP bumps causes them to redden (if they do not already appear red), and in many cases will cause bleeding. Excessive picking can lead to scarring.
Wearing clothing that is looser around the affected areas can also help reduce the marks, as constant chafing from clothing (such as tight fitting jeans) is similar to repeatedly scratching the bumps.
Many KP bumps contain an ingrown hair that has coiled. This is a result of the keratinized skin "capping off" the hair follicle, preventing the hair from exiting. Instead, the hair grows inside the follicle, often encapsulated, and can be removed if the bump is picked or squeezed (which can lead to scarring.)
2007-02-08 03:27:54 · answer #1 · answered by Prof Hao 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to www.dermadoctor.com. Look it up by the name of the condition - keratosis pilaris I think? Anyway, you'll find some excellent information there and suggestions for some products that will help.
Generally, exfoliation and moisturizing with something that actually penetrates the skin (a humectant, not just a lubricant) will make a tremendous difference. I know that there are also some prescription lotions available that work very well, but generally I prefer to try OTC things first - they are usually less expensive, with fewer potential side effects, and if you choose good products, can even be just as effective as the prescription.
It can be dealt with - like acne, it can't be cured, but it can be controlled. So good luck!
2007-02-08 03:35:51 · answer #2 · answered by CassandraM 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Are trying smooth & Clear Cooling every day Pore Toner. It has glycolic acid in it which helps with sallow, patchy and bumpy skin. And maybe get some really good eye cream to position on it at night time (some that won't smash you out or motive more chook skin).
2016-08-10 15:28:03 · answer #3 · answered by jaspal 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
try sparkling & sparkling Cooling on a regular basis Pore Toner. It has glycolic acid in it which permits with sallow, patchy and bumpy skin. and probably get some truly stable eye cream to placed on it at evening (some that may not smash you out or reason extra fowl skin).
2016-09-28 14:36:31 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do a search on Keratosis Pilaris this is the correct term for the chicken skin. Hope it helps.:)
2007-02-08 03:27:57 · answer #5 · answered by sweetme 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
alot of lotions and theres a good chance as u get older it will disappear
2007-02-08 03:31:16 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋