What is Keratosis Pilaris?

Keratosis pilaris, also called KP or follicular keratosis, is a common skin disorder that affects an estimated 50% of American adults. Unfortunately, this skin condition is incurable, but there are ways that you can manage your KP so that it is less painful and less apparent.

At Skin Begins, we have found that the best way to treat keratosis pilaris is with an exfoliating scrub combined with a smoothing lotion. For help with your follicular keratosis, you should consider adding this treatment to your regular skincare regimen. To learn more, please take a look at the keratosis pilaris skincare kit from Skin Begins today.

How KP Bumps Form

KP is most often associated with the formation of white or red bumps that can form on the arms, legs, cheeks, back, and buttocks. The appearance of these bumps is similar to goosebumps or a plucked chicken, giving it the nickname “chicken skin bumps.”

These bumps form when your body has a faulty keratinization process and produces excess epidermal cells. These extra skin cells the build up around hair follicles, sometimes causing new hairs to become trapped underneath the skin. This can also trigger acne in the affected area.

Treating KP

Frustratingly, there is no way to cure this condition. Instead, treatment methods focus on removing the plugs of skin so that they cannot cause acne. You can remove this extra skin buildup through exfoliation. If you stop treatment, though, your skin can once again form bumps.

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The keratosis pilaris skincare kits from Skin Begins can help you manage your KP, reducing the visibility of your condition. For quality skincare treatment, visit the skincare product lines from Skin Begins today.