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Is Microdermabrasion a Good Method for Treating Keratosis Pilaris?
asked 1 year ago by Lombard in Lombard, IL
Latest answer by Eugene Mandrea, MD
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Tags: keratosis pilaris
I have tiny red bumps all over my torso and upper arms that seem to improve if I tan, but since I also have sensitive/fair skin I prefer to not have to rely on tanning.
2 answers to Is Microdermabrasion a Good Method for Treating Keratosis Pilaris?
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Keratosis pilaris management
Keratosis pilaris is a chronic condition. We have no cure for it yet. Microdermabrasion , if anything, will only improve the appearance temporarily. A better option would be the use of a strong moisturiser [keratolytic] such as Amlactin, available as an OTC product. It is to be aplied after showers, & at bedtime , specially in dry weather.
Khaled El-Hoshy, MD
Detroit Dermatologic Surgeon
Detroit Dermatologic Surgeon
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Microdermabrasion for Keratosis Pilaris
Microdermabrasion cannot do much for Keratosis Pilaris inasmuch as the scales are too deep.
No good treatment exists for Keratosis Pilaris. However, moisturizing the skin with a 20% Urea cream or a 40% Urea cream can provide good temporary "masking of the problem". Unfortunately, the day you stop applying this cream, the condition immediately reappears.
Eugene Mandrea, MD
Chicago Dermatologist
Chicago Dermatologist