Keratosis Pilaris or Chicken Skin is a common skin condition that appear as rough bumps or patches on our skin. The cause behind this condition is the dead skin cells that are plugging our hair follicles. They are not a contagious condition and may appear on areas of skin on our upper arms, cheeks, thighs, or buttocks or anywhere hair follicles exist. Research has yet to find a cure for this genetic condition, however there are products that can treat and prevent it from worsening. In most cases, it naturally fades away before we reach our thirties.

Symptoms of Keratosis Pilaris

There are several symptoms of Keratosis Pilaris that will help us identify it with ease. Those include:

  • Appearance: The most notable symptom of “Chicken Skin” is its appearance which led to it being called Chicken Skin in the first place. Keraatosis Pilaris appears like goosebumps or the skin of a chicken after its feathers have been plucked.
  • Redness or flush colours around bumps that resembles the typical pimple.
  • Dryness, itchiness, or irritation on skin.
  • Bumps that feel rough to touch

Read on to find out Beauty Insider‘s recommendation on products and treatments for Keratosis Pilaris.

Keratosis Pilaris Skincare Treatments

CeraVe SA Lotion for Rough & Bumpy Skin

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CeraVe is known for how their fusion of ingredients in their skincare products provide incredible results to users. The formula in their SA Lotion for Rough And Bumpy Skin deserves praise for delivering exfoliating and hydrating benefits through ingredients such as salicylic acid, lactic acid and hyaluronic acid. The lotion contains skin strengthening ceramides to repair and strengthen the skins natural barrier. This product is a holy grail for many who suffer from Keratis Pilaris as well as extremely dry skin. Without being harsh on the skin, it gives exfoliation and deep moisture.

Price: $54.00

Where to buy: Lazada Singapore | Amazon Singapore

Eucerin Intensive Repair Lotion

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We love Eucerin as an affordable drugstore skincare brand that delivers exceptional results. It combines powerful ingredients such as urea and lactic acid that will moisturise and exfoliate your skin. It also contains Shea butter that we know will soothe the skin especially from irritation, dryness, and itchiness. That’s not all, ceramides are in here as well!

Price: $25.90

Where to buy: Shopee Singapore | Lazada Singapore

First Aid Beauty KP Bump Eraser Body Scrub

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It is a fact that those who have Keratosis Pilaris are prone to have allergies and sensitive skin. Hence they have to avoid at best skincare with fragrances which may worsen irritation. The First Aid Beauty KP Bump Eraser Body Scrub is fragrance free scrub that has ingredients such as lactic acid and glycolic acid which are chemical exfoliants that come in a gentle scrub form giving physical exfoliation as well. Take a look at the video below that will tell you what you need to know about how this product helps with Chicken Skin.

Price: $47.50

Where to buy: Look Fantastic Singapore

Neutrogena Body Clear Pink Grapefruit Body Wash

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Now a body care routine does not begin without a good body wash. Neutrogena Body Clear Pink Grapefruit Body Wash has salicylic acid that will penetrate hair follicles and fight acne as well as dead skin. Begin your body care routine with this body wash and you’ll find it an incredible assistance to treat body acne and chicken skin.

Price: $26.00

Where to buy: Lazada Singapore

Other Options to Treat Keratosis Pilaris

Besides scrubs, moisturisers, and cleansers, there are several remedies that may be functional in treating Keratosis Pilaris. Here are some of those that you may try at home.

Warm Baths

Who doesn’t love a warm bath? Warm baths can help loosen and unclog your pores effectively. They do help with soothing your skin from itchiness and irritation as well. So prepare that bath and maybe add a bath bomb to help you relax as well. Take a look at our picks of bath bombs in Singapore that will help make your bath worth while!

Exfoliation

Exfoliating two to three times a week is highly recommended to remove the dead skin cells and scrub away the dirt that your body wash couldn’t get to. Take a look at our list of favourite body scrubs, or if you’re a coffee lover like most of us here at Beauty Insider, why not incorporate that in your body care routine and take a look at our list of coffee scrubs that are worth a try! Ps. They’ll help with stretch marks and cellulite too!

Wear Loose Clothes

If you need a reason to wear your PJs while you work at home all day, here’s one. Wearing loose clothes will reduce the friction imposed on your skin which will help with reducing irritation.

Humidifiers

Humidifiers are a great addition to your household or office to help keep your skin hydrated, among other things. With a condition such as Chicken Skin, the best way to keep it at bay is to give your skin the moisture it needs. Take a look here at some of our recommendations for humidifiers in Singapore.

Hydrating Lotions

Lathering your skin with lotions at least once a day is one of the highly recommended body care routines by dermatologists to maintain beautiful, soft, and hydrated skin. Adopting this practice into your daily routine will help with Keratosis Pilaris as it moisturises your skin with much needed hydration, especially after exfoliation. Take a look at our list of lotions to try out here.