"Goosebumps" - we often use this expression when it comes to the reaction to the cold. However, in a fairly large number of people of this kind, the picture is observed even without temperature changes.
This phenomenon is called follicular keratosis and although it is completely safe, for many people changes in the normal skin texture become a serious cosmetic problem.
The main task of the aesthetic medicine specialist in this case is to maximize the relief and condition of the patient's skin. On estet-portal.com read about the main causes of follicular keratosis, as well as effective methods of dealing with it.
Follicular keratosis: why there are changes in the skin
Keratosis follicularis is a benign skin condition that results from the accumulation of keratin at the orifices of hair follicles. As a result, hair growth is blocked, and a dense, non-inflammatory papule appears in this place.
The exact cause of keratin accumulation is unknown, but it is believed that it may be genetically determined, or related to other skin conditions such as atopic dermatitis. Deficiency of vitamins A and E is also considered a possible cause of the disease.
Anyone can be susceptible to this skin condition, but it is most common in children and adolescents, possibly due to intense hormonal changes.
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Clinical manifestations of follicular keratosis
Keratosis follicularis is characterized by non-inflammatory miliary papules in the area of hair follicles. The favorite localization for this disease are the shoulders, hips and buttocks. In some people, hyperkeratotic papules can occur on the face, and especially on the cheeks, as a result of which the disease requires a differential diagnosis from acne.
Most often, follicular hyperkeratosis is accompanied by significant dryness of the skin.
The skin with follicular keratosis becomes hard and rough. Sometimes patients may experience slight itching, especially during the cold season.
Goose bumps or follicular hyperkeratosis - how to improve the patient's condition
Basic approaches to the treatment of follicular keratosis
Moisturizing creams and lotions should be used first of all in order to reduce the effects of hyperkeratosis, soothe the skin and eliminate itching.
Also, such keratolytic components as part of cosmetics have a good effect:
• salicylic acid;
• urea;
• lactic acid.
Other treatments that are also used in the treatment of follicular keratosis are:
• microdermabrasion;
• chemical peeling;
• topical retinoids.
Home remedies for keratosis follicularis may include scrubs to remove rough skin, coconut oil, which has anti-inflammatory properties, and taking a warm bath.
To prevent the spread of follicular keratosis, patients are advised to use humidifiers in addition to the main treatment.
Thus, for the effective elimination of the phenomena of follicular keratosis, procedures aimed at removing the surface layer of the skin in combination with its intensive moisturizing are best suited.
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