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I have keratosis pilaris, so would exfoliating w a salt or sugar scrub be too harsh on my skin?
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Keratosis Pilaris: Treatment of keratosis pilaris can include the following medications: topical exfoliants. Medicated creams containing alpha-hydroxy acid, lactic acid, salicylic acid or urea moisturize and soften dry skin while helping to loosen and remove dead skin cells. Depending on their strength, certain creams are available over-the-counter and others require a prescription.
Answered 9/28/2016
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