Keratosis pilaris, sometimes called “chicken skin,” is a common skin condition that causes patches of rough-feeling bumps to appear on the skin. These tiny bumps or pimples are actually dead skin cells clogging hair follicles. They sometimes appear red or brown in color.
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Keratosis pilaris is commonly found on the upper arms, thighs, cheeks, or buttocks. It isn’t contagious, and these bumps don’t usually cause any discomfort or itching.
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This condition is known to worsen in the winter months when the skin tends to dry out and may also worsen during pregnancy.
Anyone can be susceptible to this skin condition, but it’s most common in children and teenagers. Keratosis pilaris often begins in late infancy or during adolescence. It typically clears up in one’s mid-20s, with most cases completely gone by the age of 30.
Hormonal changes can cause flare-ups during pregnancy and during puberty. Keratosis pilaris is most common in people with fair skin.
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Symptoms
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Painless tiny bumps on the upper arms, thighs, cheeks or buttocks
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Dry, rough skin in the areas with bumps
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Worsening when seasonal changes cause low humidity and dry skin
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Sandpaper-like bumps resembling goose flesh
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Ways to treat it or prevent it from getting worse.
Recommended Treatment
The Perfect Peel Superblend is highly effective for Keratosis Pilaris due to its potent exfoliating and regenerative ingredients. It contains Salicylic Acid and Resorcinol which deeply exfoliate, helping to unclog the keratin plugs that cause KP bumps. Additionally, ingredients like TCA and Retinol promote rapid cell turnover and collagen production, smoothing the skin's texture and reducing redness for a significantly clearer and softer appearance. Find out more
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BioRePeel is highly effective for Keratosis Pilaris (KP) due to its unique biphasic formulation and powerful active ingredients. Its blend of exfoliating acids, including TCA and Salicylic Acid, works to deeply unclog the keratin plugs that characterize KP. Simultaneously, the peel's biostimulating properties, rich in amino acids and vitamins, promote rapid cell turnover and collagen production, leading to significant improvement in skin texture, reduced redness, and a much smoother feel. Find out more
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SkinPen Microneedling is beneficial for Keratosis Pilaris (KP) by promoting skin remodelling and improving texture. The tiny micro-injuries created by the needles stimulate the skin's natural healing response, encouraging the production of new collagen and elastin. This process helps to break down the keratin plugs that cause KP bumps, smooth out rough skin texture, and reduce associated redness, leading to a significantly clearer and softer appearance over time. Find out more
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Follicuzyme - Ingrown hairs and Folliculitis are no longer a condition that you have to put up with. This in-clinic treatment works to dissolve the hair and accumulated dead skin cells within the follicle, killing any bacteria, while also soothing redness and inflammation to revise the small red bumps. Find out more
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