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A member asked:
How do i cure 'chicken skin'? its these bumps at my triceps that many people reportedly have. not rashes but sort of permanent goosebumps.
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Can try: You can try salicylic acid cream and hydroxy acid cream to see if they will work.
Answered 2/7/2021
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Keratosis pilaris: There is no cure but you can lessen the appearance by using a good moisturizing cream several times a day and exfoliating the areas during baths/showers. Dermatologists will sometimes prescribe weak acidic creams to help reduce the bumpiness.
Answered 1/8/2015
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