Can I use retinol on keratosis pilaris?

There’s no denying retinol is the gold-standard when it comes to skincare. Not only does regular use have the ability to minimise the appearance of acne, fine lines and hyper-pigmentation but it works a treat to smooth Keratosis Pilaris, too.

What is the most effective treatment for keratosis pilaris?

Try medicated creams. Apply an over-the-counter cream that contains urea, lactic acid, alpha hydroxy acid or salicylic acid. These creams help loosen and remove dead skin cells. They also moisturize and soften dry skin.

Does Retin A help keratosis pilaris?

The ingredients urea and alpha-hydroxy acids can sometimes improve the look of keratosis pilaris. Medicated vitamin A creams, such as Retin-A, can help decrease the buildup of dead skin cells that causes keratosis pilais. Be careful not to use too much. Overuse of these medicated creams can irritate your skin.

Is microdermabrasion good for keratosis pilaris?

Microdermabrasion has also been shown to be an effective treatment of Keratosis Pilaris by actively (and noticeably) removing superficial layers of skin burdened with keratin build-up, thus creating Keratosis free surfaces. This procedure can be used on most areas of the body, and is highly effective.

Does urea cream help keratosis pilaris?

How can keratosis pilaris be treated? Treatments don’t clear keratosis pilaris completely, but they can improve the condition temporarily. Emollients (moisturisers) can help soften the texture of the skin. Creams containing salicylic acid, lactic acid and/or urea can soften and flatten the bumps on the skin.

Which CeraVe product is best for keratosis pilaris?

The CeraVe SA Smoothing Cleanser is a gentle exfoliating cleanser that is suitable for skin prone to keratosis pilaris on the face and body. Containing salicylic acid, hyaluronic acid, and 3 essential ceramides, the CeraVe SA Smoothing Cleanser helps to maintain moisture and strengthen the skin’s barrier.