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Treating keratosis pilaris can be a tedious task. However, your effort will result in smoother and more beautiful looking skin. There are a variety of KP treatments on the market and this article will review some of the cheaper options.

Exfoliation is the key to getting smoother skin. Make sure to exfoliate lightly as you do not want to irritate the skin. Buy an exfoliating scrub such as, the Derma Doctor KP Heavy Duty or a body wash that contains micro abrasion beads. A cheaper option is to buy a loofah and use Cetaphil cleanser. The bottom line is that you need to exfoliating every other day to break up the keratin build-up in your in pores.

Use a topical lotion - After exfoliating and drying off, apply a topical lotion. For keratosis pilaris treatment, I would recommend a topical lotion that has a main ingredient which includes either lactic acid, retin-a or urea. Again, I use Derma Doctor KP Duty Repair Lotion, however its quite expensive (about $80 for the set). If you want to go a cheaper route, you can use AmLactin. AmLactin can be found in your local drug store. I bought my bottle of AmLactin at Wal-Greens for around $11. The only problem I had with AmLactin is that it stings when you apply it to skin that has cuts or scratches (it contains lactic acid). The benefits of using AmLactin is that it made the skin on my arms MUCH smoother. If you want to go even cheaper than AmLactin, you can use Eucerin Intensive Repair Lotion. Eucerin also helped my skin become smooth.

Reminder, do NOT use scented soaps or lotions. Scented soaps and lotions can aggravate your Keratosis Pilaris and cause additional KP buildup. I also recommend cleansing with Cetaphil because the soap is hypo-allergenic and non-scented.

Summer is almost here and with summer comes sunshine! Sun tanning is another way to reduce the red spots caused by KP. However, I do not condone or recommend sun tanning as a way to treat keratosis pilaris. I just want to state that in my case, sun tanning has helped reduce the red spots on my skin.

Hydrate your body and skin by drinking lots of water. Drinking at least 8 cups of water a day will moisturize your skin, which will decrease the amount of keratin build up in the skin. Dry skin is due to a lack of moisture in the skin and drinking water will prevent your skin from drying out.

To wrap-up, make sure to follow these simple steps: Exfoliate 2. Moisturize 3. Use a gentle skin cleanser 4. Drink lots of water 5. Get some sun. Follow these steps and your skin will thank you. Keratosis pilaris can be treated if you put some effort into making your skin beautiful.

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Right now you’re reading this article because you are interested in treating keratosis pilaris. There are a variety of treatments for keratosis pilaris including the use of topical lotions, exfoliating scrubs, micro abrasion beads, sunbathing and Seabuckthorn treatment. Treating KP can be an expensive process and can cost you hundreds of dollars in topical lotions and scrubs.

Exfoliate - Make sure you exfoliate every other day with an abrasive loofah or scrub. I prefer to use the KP Heavy Duty body scrub from Derma Doctor, but you can go the cheaper route and use Cetaphil and a loofah. The key point is to exfoliate and get rid of the keratin build-up. The rough, bumpy skin that is caused by Keratosis Pilaris is due to an excessive amount of keratin that clogs the hair follicle. Exfoliating helps reduce and unclog the keratin buildup in your pores. Some people have very delicate skin that can not handle the abrasive nature of loofahs. If so, make sure to lightly exfoliate with a less abrasive scrub or loofah, but most importantly, you MUST exfoliate. Without exfoliating, your skin will always stay bumpy.

Use a topical lotion after exfoliating to make your skin smooth and pliable throughout the day. Applying lotion is important because keratin build-up is caused by dry skin due to excessive oil excretion. Applying lotion is reduce the oil build-up in your skin which will reduce the amount of keratin that your skin produces.

Reminder, do NOT use scented soaps or lotions. Scented soaps and lotions can aggravate your Keratosis Pilaris and cause additional KP buildup. I also recommend cleansing with Cetaphil because the soap is hypo-allergenic and non-scented.

Sun bathing is a cheap alternative when treating keratosis pilaris. However, do not perform excessive sun tanning as your risk of skin cancer is higher when staying out in the sun too long. If you do sun bathe, remember to use a high SPF sunscreen and limit the duration in which you stay out in the sun. I’ve had good results reducing the red spots on my arms and legs by sun bathing.

Hydrate your body and skin by drinking lots of water. Drinking at least 8 cups of water a day will moisturize your skin, which will decrease the amount of keratin build up in the skin. Dry skin is due to a lack of moisture in the skin and drinking water will prevent your skin from drying out.

There are many more Keratosis Pilaris treatments , but to review, make sure you exfoliate, use a topical lotion that contains the key ingredients, get some sun (do it responsibly), and drink lots of water. Remember, there is no cure for keratosis pilaris, however treatment for keratosis pilaris starts with knowledge about the condition and being active in treating keratosis pilaris.

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Treating keratosis pilaris can be a tedious task. However, your effort will result in smoother and more beautiful looking skin. There are a variety of KP treatments on the market and this article will review some of the cheaper options.

Exfoliation is the key to getting smoother skin. Make sure to exfoliate lightly as you do not want to irritate the skin. Buy an exfoliating scrub such as, the Derma Doctor KP Heavy Duty or a body wash that contains micro abrasion beads. A cheaper option is to buy a loofah and use Cetaphil cleanser. The bottom line is that you need to exfoliating every other day to break up the keratin build-up in your in pores.

Use a topical lotion - After exfoliating and drying off, apply a topical lotion. For keratosis pilaris treatment, I would recommend a topical lotion that has a main ingredient which includes either lactic acid, retin-a or urea. Again, I use Derma Doctor KP Duty Repair Lotion, however its quite expensive (about $80 for the set). If you want to go a cheaper route, you can use AmLactin. AmLactin can be found in your local drug store. I bought my bottle of AmLactin at Wal-Greens for around $11. The only problem I had with AmLactin is that it stings when you apply it to skin that has cuts or scratches (it contains lactic acid). The benefits of using AmLactin is that it made the skin on my arms MUCH smoother. If you want to go even cheaper than AmLactin, you can use Eucerin Intensive Repair Lotion. Eucerin also helped my skin become smooth.

Scented soaps or soaps with heavy perfume and dyes can aggravate the skin and increase keratosis pilaris conditions. Try to use soaps that are hypo-allergenic and do not contains perfume or dyes. Cetaphil is a good cleanser as it’s hypo-allergenic and unscented.

Sun bathing is a cheap alternative when treating keratosis pilaris. However, do not perform excessive sun tanning as your risk of skin cancer is higher when staying out in the sun too long. If you do sun bathe, remember to use a high SPF sunscreen and limit the duration in which you stay out in the sun. I’ve had good results reducing the red spots on my arms and legs by sun bathing.

Drink a lot of water and make sure to carry a water bottle with you. Drinking 8 cups of water a day will hydrate your skin which reduces the chance of your skin drying out. Dry skin causes excessive oil and keratin build up in your skin.

In conclusion, make sure to exfoliate, moisture the skin, use a gentle cleanser and drink lots of water. If you follow these steps and stick with this treatment regimen, you are guaranteed to have better looking and smoother skin.

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There is a no cure for keratosis pilaris. However, there are a variety of ways to treat keratosis pilaris. Some treatments include, topical lotions, exfoliating scrubs, sun-bathing and taking vitamins. The cost of treatments can be expensive and up to $100 per month just for topical lotions. This article will go over cost effective treatments for the price sensitive consumer.

Exfoliation is the key to getting smoother skin. Make sure to exfoliate lightly as you do not want to irritate the skin. Buy an exfoliating scrub such as, the Derma Doctor KP Heavy Duty or a body wash that contains micro abrasion beads. A cheaper option is to buy a loofah and use Cetaphil cleanser. The bottom line is that you need to exfoliating every other day to break up the keratin build-up in your in pores.

Use a topical lotion after exfoliating to make your skin smooth and pliable throughout the day. Applying lotion is important because keratin build-up is caused by dry skin due to excessive oil excretion. Applying lotion is reduce the oil build-up in your skin which will reduce the amount of keratin that your skin produces.

Try to use a body cleanser that is unscented and hypoallergenic. Cetaphil is a good cleanser to use for Keratosis Pilaris because its unscented and hyp-allergenic. Soaps that contain heavy scents and perfume can irritate your skin and cause an increase in keratin build up.

Sun bathing is a cheap alternative when treating keratosis pilaris. However, do not perform excessive sun tanning as your risk of skin cancer is higher when staying out in the sun too long. If you do sun bathe, remember to use a high SPF sunscreen and limit the duration in which you stay out in the sun. I’ve had good results reducing the red spots on my arms and legs by sun bathing.

Drink a lot of water and make sure to carry a water bottle with you. Drinking 8 cups of water a day will hydrate your skin which reduces the chance of your skin drying out. Dry skin causes excessive oil and keratin build up in your skin.

There are many more Keratosis Pilaris treatments , but to review, make sure you exfoliate, use a topical lotion that contains the key ingredients, get some sun (do it responsibly), and drink lots of water. Remember, there is no cure for keratosis pilaris, however treatment for keratosis pilaris starts with knowledge about the condition and being active in treating keratosis pilaris.

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