How can i treat keratosis pilaris?

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.

Exfoliants: Exfoliants such as aha (alpha-hydroxy acid) or glycolic acid, lactic acid, urea help to soften the rough bumps. Using exfoliating scrubs, body washes, moisturizers that contain these products along with a loofah on a regular basis help to minimize the bumps. They will worsen again if you stop using the products.

Caused by sinusitis!: It is associated with chronic sinusitis, not allergies per se. I use antimicrobials to treat it. Causes for chronic sinusitis need be identified, and may be obtructive!

Sinusitis!: It is associated with chronic sinusitis, not allergies per se. I use antimicrobials to treat it. Causes for chronic sinusitis need be identified, and may be obtructive!

I sometimes advise: Carmol 20 or Carmol 40

Nothing works well: You've already discussed urea, lactic acid, retinoic acid derivatives, salicylic acid, and perhaps lasers with your physician. Truth be told, nothing really works very well. At your age, the key to looking good isn't "perfect skin", but being physically fit, lean and muscled as appropriate for your favorite sport. Your friends will reassure you that the KP is a minor issue. Best wishes.

KERATOSIS PILARIS: ALSO KNOWN AS "RED, BUMPY DISEASE." ALOE VERA GEL MIGHT WORK FOR YOU; IF NOT, TRY THE OTC AMLACTIN LOTIONS (NO FINANCIAL INTEREST). IF NO BETTER, SEE A DERMATOLOGIST . . .

Topically: various topicals to use., incl sal acid, lactic acid, and other keratolytics to hopefully "scrape" off the rough lesions. diff to cure, but can be controlled. see dermatologist for further eval and tx