The technical term:keratosis pilaris(KP), which some refer to as “chicken skin.”
What is keratosis pilaris?
“Lets examine the medical description.
Andloadsofpeople are affectedan estimated50 to 80 percent of all adolescents and approximately 40 percent of adults.
What causes keratosis pilaris?
Well, it’s not totally clear.
you’ve got the option to partially blame your parents.
Itcanbe managed, she says, but only with continued therapy.
But more surprisingly, your diet may also exacerbate symptoms.
6 dermatologist-approved tips to treat KP naturally.
Clean up your diet and support your gut.
But that won’t be enough for everyone.
Because, again, inflammation.
Avoid hot showers and baths.
As mentioned above, dry skin will only make your KP worse.
Cut irritating topicals.
Subsequent abnormal keratin production and inflammation can lead to symptoms of KP.
Lastly, some medications used to treat melanoma can cause KP,” says Villafranco.
Look for it in anything that foams.
Eliminate synthetic fragrances from all of those products as well."
Exfoliate at least once a week.
“Regular exfoliation is the mainstay of management of this chronic skin condition,” says Airan.
If you’re going the chemical exfoliator route, gentle acids are fan favorites.
you’ve got the option to find them infused in body washes or treatments.
We’re also partial to lactic or glycolic acid.
Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate.
This won’t unclog your pores right nowbut it will help keep your skin soothed long term.
“Use a natural body oil on sopping wet skin just out of the shower every day.
“It contains fewer ingredients, which is always a plus when dealing with irritated skin.”
Visit your derm.
Sometimes, try as we might, tending to skin issues ourselves doesn’t get the job done.
Well, that’s why there are professionals.
The takeaway.
We totally get it if you want to treat it.
Luckily there are plenty of natural options out there, ranging from diet and lifestyle to powerful topicals.
