Question 1

what are some good soap/ body washes for keratosis pilaris?

Accepted Answer

Nothing: There's no treatment that does much. Have you tried something with salicylic acid? Give it a try, but no promises.

Question 2

is unscented soap better to wash with when i have keratosis pilaris?

Accepted Answer

Keratosis Pilaris: The best thing to do for keratosis pilaris (kp) is to be extraordinarily gentle with your skin.  Do not use exfoliating washes to the area or rub the area with wash clothes or loofahs.  There are over the counter moisturizers (ex amlactin) which help to smoothen the skin over time, however kp is very difficult to treat and is more of a skin type than a skin condition. Gentle soaps are recommended.

Question 3

what the best cure for keratosis pilaris?

Accepted Answer

Urea-based creams: Can soften the rough patches of keratosis pilaris.  Commonly prescribed treatments include Lac-Hydrin and topical urea cream preparations.  These are prescription only, however, so you should see a pediatrician or a dermatologist.

Question 4

what is the best treatment for keratosis pilaris? i know it can't be completely cured, but what can help?

Accepted Answer

Moisturieze: Do not scrub as it willo irritate and make it worse. Keep it well moisturized. Am lactin 12% is a good moisturizer because it contiains 12% Lactic Acid and penetrates and moisturizes from the inside  and does not just sit on the surface. The skin has a fatty layer and needs something acidic to penetrate in order to provide the deeper layers with moisture.

Question 5

keratosis pilaris - what is te best otc option with greatest proven effectiveness?

Accepted Answer

Keratosis Pilaris:  Derived from vitamin A, retinoids work by promoting cell turnover and preventing the plugging of the hair follicle. Retinoids may be an effective treatment, but they can cause bothersome skin irritations, such as severe dryness, redness and peeling.

Question 6

5 wks post pregnancy, severe keratosis pilaris on arms legs back chest & neck.  doc gave triamcinolon but not working. what is best prescription?

Accepted Answer

Lac-Hydrin: Keratosis pilaris is not the same as atopic dermatitis. It is an inability of the skin to exfoliate, to turn over if you will.  It is common and passed down as autosomal dominant.  The best prescription for this is Lac-hydrin.  Alternatively you can try moisturizers that have alpha hydroxy acid or glycolic acid in them.

Question 7

can keratosis pilaris itch?

Accepted Answer

: It can itch like normal skin can. It is a variation on normal skin.
Visit this site for information: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/keratosis-pilaris/symptoms-causes/syc-20351149

Question 8

can you catch keratosis pilaris?

Accepted Answer

No: It is not contagious.

Question 9

how do you get keratosis pilaris?

Accepted Answer

Unknown: Kp runs in families and people affected tend to have dryness of their skin and often have an underlying tendency towards eczema. It usually is worse in the winter and tends to clear in the summer months. The condition is benign but bothersome. Various tours of moisturizing lotion and creams may help as well as exfoliation treatments.

Question 10

how can i treat keratosis pilaris?

Accepted Answer

Amlactin: Keratosis pilaris is plugging of hair follicles, typically on the upper arms and thighs.  It is thought to be in the spectrum of atopic dermatitis (or eczema).  The roughness can be reduced temporarily by amlactin lotion, which contains 12% lactic acid.  Unfortunately, there is no cure.

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