A Cosmetic Fact of the Day: Keratosis Pilaris

What is Keratosis Pilaris?

Keratosis pilaris is a follicular disease commonly known as "chicken skin".

The main manifestation: small keratinous plugs appear in the hair follicles to block the pores and protrude from the skin surface, forming punctate pimples and erythema around the hair follicles.

Main site:The backs of the limbs, buttocks, and face are also affected.

Effects on the body:In dry environments, it may itch and flake, and may affect aesthetics when symptoms are obvious, but it is not particularly dangerous.

Causes of Keratosis Pilaris

There are several possible causes of Keratosis Pilaris:

Clogged hair follicles

Dry skinVitamin A deficiencySkin barrier defects

Care for Keratosis Pilaris

There is currently no effective solution to make Keratosis Pilaris a complete solution but it is possible to reduce the symptoms through care

Care Ingredient recommendations

1. Fruit acids

2. Salicylic acid

3. Retinol derivatives

Physical treatments: laser and intense pulsed light have been shown to provide some relief