Is a chronic skin condition that causes bumps on the skin around hair follicles due to excess keratin (i.e., proteins that make up skin, hair + nails) around the cheeks, upper arms, thighs, buttocks and the sides of body. Sometimes the bumps spontaneously resolve over time but if symptoms persist prescriptive treatments may be indicated.
Keratosis Pilaris
Keratosis Pilaris
AHAs specifically lactic acid are optimum treatments in Keratosis pilaris, while Retinoids are effective adjuncts as they speed up cell turnover preventing keratin plugs forming however, as make skin prone to sunburn so wear an SPF 30+ daily.
SYMPTOMS
Keratosis Pilaris symptoms include small scaly bumps on the skin around hair follicles, including cheeks, upper arms, thighs, buttocks and the sides of the body, exacerbated by harsh scrubbing exfoliation methods and cold weather, but improves in warmer climates.
PRESCRIPTIVE TREATMENTS
Professional Treatnents:
Effective treatments include Lactic Acid or Salicylic Acid and/or Retinoids (vitamin A)
Lotions:
1. Cerave SA cream
2. Eucerin Urea Repair Plus 30%
3. Amlactin 12% Moisturising Lotion
2. Eucerin Urea Repair Plus 30%
3. Amlactin 12% Moisturising Lotion
Scrubs:
1. Exfoliating Scrub Dermadoctor KP Duty
2. Cerave Psoriasis Cream
2. Cerave Psoriasis Cream
SALON TREATMENTS
Deep Cleanse Facials
Following a skin consultation our specialist commences your facial with a deep cleans & exfoliation with steam, followed by a prescriptive treatments tailored to your skins specific needs
AHA & BHA Peels
Salicylic, Glycolic & Lactic acid peels are effective at removing sebum and dead skin cells + decongesting clogged pores and unplug hair follicles for a clearer more radiant complexion.
Keratosis Pilaris Treatment
We provide effective Keratolytic treatments to soften and exfoliate the skin using Alpha hydroxy acid (e.g., lactic acid + glycolic acid) alongside retinol treatments
Microneedling
Microneedling is an effective treatment for removing excess keratin, and minimising the appearance of bumps. Your skin may feel irritated in the days post treatment due to KP sensitivity.
Dermaplaning
Dermaplaning is performed using an exfoliating blade effective at removing dead skin cells & shearing facial hairs, to reveal a smoother, more radiant and youthful looking complexion,
Mesotherapy
A renowned treatment famous for it's active & potent ingredients packed with vitamins A&C, Collagen & Retinol. That have the capability to transform your skin with one course of facials.
