Keratosis pilaris (commonly dubbed "KP") is a common genetic skin disorder. There is no magic cure, only treatments to suppress the symptoms. And although Keratosis pilaris isn't a serious disease, it is difficult to treat.
Keratosis pilaris occurs most often in children, and more often in females over males. It results from the buildup of a protein called keratin in the openings of hair follicles in the skin. This produces small, rough patches, usually on the arms, thighs and face, but causes no pain or itching. The exact cause isn't known.
I have been inflicted with Keratosis pilaris since I was young. There was no fancy term for it then. I thought they were "zits" and pinched and squeezed the "whiteheads" not realizing that that made it worse! It was when I started working at a Dermatology Clinic that I learned the correct diagnosis for my tragic disease that has led me to rarely bare my upper arms. I spent my teenage years in my backyard in the summer basking in the sun hoping to burn my arms, as that would temporarily cure me and allow me to wear a swimsuit in public.
At the derm clinic, I tried all the recommended prescription lotions, such as LacHydrin, AmLactin, Lacticare and Carmol. What worked best for me was to apply Retin-A topical to my upper arms, then "tan" in the PUVA bed (used mainly for psoriasis) under the ultraviolet lights to burn the affected area. Probably not a recommended remedy by a certified dermatologist, but it worked for me.
Now that I no longer work there, I miss the free samples from drug reps! Then when my cousin asked me to be a bridesmaid in her wedding last year, I cringed when she said the bridesmaid dresses were strapless! I tried using some old Retin-A and tanning at the local salon, but neither were potent enough to make me burn.
So, I researched the internet and found other people just like me at KeratosisPilaris.org! Lots of people had various home-remedies they suggested. I ended up finding a combination of products that actually works for me, and I wore that strapless dress with confidence.
Here's my regimen...
-First, don't pick at your afflicted areas! This is my hardest part.
-Next, use these products as part of your morning routine.
-Before showering, apply St. Ives, Swiss Formula, Medicated Apricot Scrub.
-In the shower, wash with a moisturizing body wash on a netted sponge (Try University Medical Body Lift Firming Body Wash)
-After drying off from the shower, spray area with Clinique Acne Solutions Body Treatment Spray.
Bare those arms with pride. You aren't alone!
http://www.keratosispilaris.org/
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