How to Get Rid of and Prevent Keratosis Pilaris (those small, rough bumps on the backs of thighs and arms)






Skin cells die a little before they are meant to, and build up during their hardening stage before they are supposed to stack up to form the normal, protective top layer of the skin. What results is a prickly mess building up in many pores, resulting in that “goose-bumpy” feeling, and occasionally prevention of hairs from coming through the follicle properly, leading to a few pimples. On the behind and thighs, pressure and friction from sitting, and from rough clothing like jeans, pushes more dead skin cells and oils into the pores, causing clogging and irritation.

The answer to all of this is exfoliation, hydrating moisturizer and protection from friction. In terms of exfoliation, this is achieved inside the pores using Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHA’s) and Benzoyl Peroxide (BPO), and outside on skin’s surface using exfoliating gloves. Then, hydration would come in the form of a non-clogging lotion that would replenish and sooth. FInally, moisture absorption and prevention of friction is achieved with a revolutionary new treatment called FerroRosa FrictionFixTM applied once to twice daily before getting dressed. The overall treatment would be as follows :

  • Step 1: Use exfoliating gloves every shower with a BPO wash on affected areas.
  • Step 2: After your shower use an AHA hydrating lotionover the area, rub in thoroughly, let dry.
  • Step 3: Apply sunscreen to the area religiously unless you are certain the area will have absolutely no sun exposure. If there is no sun exposure, no other moisturizer is needed.
  • Step 4: For breakouts on butt and thighs, apply medium coat of FerroRosa FrictionFixTM to entire affected area, before getting dressed and again before working out or sitting for long periods.

It is also a good idea to avoid dryer sheets as they can deposit a very pore clogging material onto skin. If you do not moisturize with an AHA lotion, body lotions should not contain any avocado, olive, palm or coconut oils, as these are pore-clogging. You should also avoid products that contain mineral oil, petrolatum or petroleum jelly, so your skin can begin to shed its dead skin cells and allow the free flow of its own oil. Most moisturizers out there are clogging, so really you should only use a lotion recommended by your skin care professional.

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