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Retin-A for Keratosis Pilaris
My doctor recommended Retin-A as a treatment for Keratosis pilaris on my arms, under my chin and cheeks.It has really helped my cheeks and neck (virtually no bumps) but my arms still suffer from the 'lumps'. Do i need to use this indefinitely? If i stop will the condition come back on my face? I used to tan on sunbeds a lot as i felt the sun helped the condition so am now worried about sun damage to my skin - would Retin-A help this also? I use 0.025% gel. Should i be using gel or cream? Thanks
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Retin-A for keratosis pilaris
Keratosis pilaris is a very common condition which includes rough (and sometimes red) bumps on the backs of the upper arms. It can also occur commonly on the cheeks and the fronts of the thighs. It is generally an inherited condition and persists (off and on) throughout life. Keratosis pilaris is thought to be a plugging of the small hair follicles by dry skin.
Retin-A is one potential treatment for it, although it can be irritating. Moisturizers with acids (like Lactic Acid 12%...
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KP Pads for exfoliation of keratosis pilaris.
Keratosis pilaris is a benign skin condition characterized by reddish bumps on the skin of the arms or thighs. I recommend a combination therapy with an exfoliant and ammonium lactate. KP Pads are excellent for the care of keratosis pilaris.
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