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Wednesday, May 4th, 2011
3:33 am	What causes KP? The exact cause of Keratosis Pilaris in not known yet. It is considered as a consequence of many several factors coming together.Statistics have shown that about 40% adults suffer from this skin condition. It is believed to be a condition of keratinisation in which the tacky cells that line the hair follicle form a horny plug instead of exfoliating. This widens the pores making them appear more obvious than elsewhere. Often a curled hair can be identified under the skin. Researchers believe that the tendency to develop Keratosis Pilaris can be handed down from parents. Keratosis pilaris also develops in otherwise healthy people. Dry skin is likely to aggravate this condition. Also this problems are related to KP: allergies rhinitis asthma eczema KP can develop anywhere on the human body but possibly the most frequent places are upper thighs and upper arms.This problem is particularly common among teens (up to 80%). It may develop in babies where it tends to be most apparent on the cheeks. Chicken skin mainly goes away before you are 30, but it may also remain for your whole life. KP is not contagious so it is harmless for people around you. Also, the weather makes a difference; keratosis pilaris is worse in winter season than in summer season.The worsening is directly associated with low humidity, skin dryness and tight clothes that "rub" the bumps at all times.Some people have stated that this condition worsened during pregnancy and/or after child birth.Some physicians as well as patients believe that food is associated with keratosis pilaris. According to their own experience, spicy foods tend to increase the bumps and make them more apparent.On the other hand, sufferers that lowered or eliminated milk and its derivatives from their diet claimed to have had a substantial improvement. Treatment for keratosis pilaris is not required, and sadly, it often has unsatisfactory results. With persistence, most people can get improve this aesthetic situation by moisturising and replenishing the lipid content of the skin regularly. The plugged pores can be removed by taking extended, hot soaking tub baths and then rubbing the places with a coarse washcloth, stiff brush, or 'Buf-Puf'.Also, a good microdermabrasion proceeding can help get rid of all the extra keratin.Prescription medications may help, including some anti-biotics like Erythromycin and Bactrim. If the puffiness or redness of the bumps is getting worse, you should discuss with your doctor the use of topical retinoids. The derivatives of vitamin A can be very harsh for the skin, so be aware of all the symptoms you develop. Keratosis Removal Although there are no specific keratosis treatment methods, there are a few natural options that work really effectively on reducing the keratosis pilaris. The products, made of these completely natural skin care ingredients, not only purify the cells and removes the keratin plugs, toxins, debris and ruined skin tissues from the hair follicles but also favors the skin cell regeneration along with the regeneration of collagen, Elastin and other molecules. These products not only help in keratosis treatment but also moisturize the skin. The various types of keratosis pilaris like the keratosis pilaris rubra, the keratosis pilaris Alba and other types are cleared with the help of the natural ingredients of the cream and even the scars which are left after the keratosis pilaris, get softer and much less obvious. The natural ingredients-made products are made of the serum which is produced by a living being (creature) which lives under the sun with skin exposed and have the same Elastin, collagen and other skin molecules which the human skin comprises of. This creature is energized to produce a skin care material or lotion for protecting, restoring and deeply moisturizing its skin.The capability of moisturizing the skin makes the serum even more helpful as it helps in getting the skin softer, supple and much smoother with the moisture content maintained. All roughness and dryness is fought with success and the skin fixing process becomes faster with this property of the serum.The serum secreted is also capable of repair the damages caused to the skin by the UV solar radiation, polluting of the environment and other environmental incidents or hazards. The serum is really powerful and therefore also regenerates the parts of organs of the creature when bitten, crushed or damaged.The liquid collected from the living creature (humble brown garden snail) is made into a colorless and odorless gel for application. Being naturally created, the ingredients do not affect the skin and helps in keratosis treatment without leaving any side effects to suffer. Instead of suffering, the natural keratosis pilaris treatment is a better way to go. keratosis pilaris (Comment on this)
2:33 am	What causes KP? The exact cause of Keratosis Pilaris in not known yet. It is considered as a consequence of many several factors coming together.Statistics have shown that about 40% adults suffer from this skin condition. Keratosis pilaris results from the buildup of keratin - a hard protein that protects your skin from dangerous substances and infection. The keratin forms a scaly plug that blocks the opening of the hair follicle. Usually many plugs form, causing patches of rough, bumpy skin. Why keratin builds up is unfamiliar. Researchers believe that the tendency to develop Keratosis Pilaris can be handed down from parents. Keratosis pilaris also develops in otherwise healthy people. Dry skin is likely to aggravate this condition. Also this problems are related to KP: allergies rhinitis asthma eczema KP can develop anywhere on the human body but possibly the most frequent places are upper thighs and upper arms.This problem is particularly common among teens (up to 80%). It may occur in babies where it tends to be most apparent on the cheeks. Chicken skin mainly goes away before you are 30, but it may also remain for your whole life. KP is not contagious so it is harmless for people around you. Also, the weather makes a difference; keratosis pilaris is worse in winter season than in summer season.The worsening is directly associated with low humidity, skin dryness and tight clothes that "rub" the bumps at all times.Some people have stated that this condition worsened during pregnancy and/or after child birth.Some physicians as well as patients believe that food is associated with keratosis pilaris. According to their own experience, spicy foods tend to increase the bumps and make them more apparent.On the other hand, individuals that lowered or eliminated milk and its derivatives from their diet claimed to have had a substantial improvement. Treatment for keratosis pilaris is not required, and sadly, it often has unsatisfactory results. With persistence, most people can get improve this aesthetic situation by moisturising and replenishing the lipid content of the skin regularly. The plugged pores can be removed by taking extended, hot soaking tub baths and then rubbing the places with a coarse washcloth, stiff brush, or 'Buf-Puf'.Also, a good microdermabrasion proceeding can help get rid of all the extra keratin.Prescription medications may help, including some anti-biotics like Erythromycin and Bactrim. If the puffiness or redness of the bumps is getting worse, you should discuss with your doctor the use of topical retinoids. The derivatives of vitamin A can be very harsh for the skin, so be aware of all the symptoms you develop. Keratosis Removal Although there are no specific keratosis treatment methods, there are a few natural options that work really effectively on reducing the keratosis pilaris. The products, made of these completely natural skin care ingredients, not only purify the cells and removes the keratin plugs, toxins, debris and ruined skin tissues from the hair follicles but also favors the skin cell regeneration along with the regeneration of collagen, Elastin and other molecules. These products not only help in keratosis treatment but also moisturize the skin. The various types of keratosis pilaris like the keratosis pilaris rubra, the keratosis pilaris Alba and other types are cleared with the help of the natural ingredients of the cream and even the scars which are left after the keratosis pilaris, get softer and much less obvious. The natural ingredients-made products are made of the serum which is produced by a living being (creature) which lives under the sun with skin exposed and have the same Elastin, collagen and other skin molecules which the human skin comprises of. This creature is energized to produce a skin care material or lotion for protecting, restoring and deeply moisturizing its skin.The capability of moisturizing the skin makes the serum even more helpful as it helps in getting the skin softer, supple and much smoother with the moisture content maintained. All roughness and dryness is fought with success and the skin fixing process becomes faster with this property of the serum.The serum secreted is also capable of repair the damages caused to the skin by the UV solar radiation, polluting of the environment and other environmental incidents or hazards. The serum is really effective and therefore also regenerates the parts of organs of the creature when bitten, crushed or damaged.The liquid collected from the living creature (humble brown garden snail) is made into a colorless and odorless gel for application. Being naturally created, the ingredients do not affect the skin and helps in keratosis treatment without leaving any side effects to suffer. Instead of suffering, the natural keratosis pilaris treatment is a better way to go. keratosis pilaris (Comment on this)
12:22 am	What is the Cause of Keratosis Pilaris ("Chicken Skin")? There is no specific cause of Keratosis Pilaris; instead, it is a final result of many elements coming collectively to create an Keratosis Pilaris situation.Stats have shown that about 40% grown ups suffer from this skin problem. The major factor seems to be the overproduction of human skin protein called keratin. Keratosis pilaris is genetic in origins. Keratosis pilaris also develops in otherwise healthy people. Dry skin seems to get worse this condition. It may arise in connection with genetic conditions or with other skin ailments, such as ichthyosis vulgaris or atopic dermatitis. KP very common on the upper arms, specifically on the external side of the arm.This problem is especially frequent among teenagers (up to 80%). It may arise in babies where it seems to be most obvious on the face. People with Chicken Skin mainly suffer from it the whole life, but from time to time it vanishes prior to the age of 45. Keratosis pilaris is unsightly but totally harmless. It is generally worse throughout the winter months. Winter months are much drier so that makes the problem worse in most cases.The worsening is directly associated with low humidity, skin dryness and tight clothes that "rub" the bumps at all times.Some people have stated that this condition worsened during pregnancy and/or after child birth.Fat or hot and spicy food might tend to worsen the bumps condition as they may grow bigger and be more apparent.On the other hand, patients that decreased or eliminated milk and its derivatives from their diet said to have had a considerable improvement. Therapy for keratosis pilaris is not necessary, and sadly, it often has discouraging results. With persistence, most people can get improve this aesthetic condition by moisturising and replenishing the lipid content of the skin frequently. The plugged pores can be removed by taking extended, hot soaking tub baths and then rubbing the areas with a coarse washcloth, stiff brush, or 'Buf-Puf'.Also, a good microdermabrasion proceeding can help get rid of all the excessive keratin.Prescribed medicines may help, including some antibiotics like Erythromycin and Bactrim. If the inflammation or redness of the bumps is getting worse, you should discuss with your physician the use of topical retinoids. The derivatives of vitamin A can be very harsh for the skin, so be aware of all the signs you develop. Keratosis Removal There is no cure for Keratosis Pilaris but various treatment choices exist. While results may be disheartening at first, persistence is the key to seeing improvement. The most effective type of remedy is extreme moisturizing and lubrication of the skin. Application of creams such as Acid mantle, Vaseline, or Complex 15 following baths followed by re-applying them several times a day has been proven to be effective. If signs and symptoms remain, medicated creams containing urea (e.g Carmol, Vanomide, and U-Kera) can be applied twice a day. In more serious cases where the pimples are very red, prescription medications including anti-biotics keratosis (Comment on this)