Joel Schlessinger MD answers common questions about keratosis pilaris. Read everything you need to know about how to treat this common skin concern. Find more advice on Dr. Schlessinger's blog: http://drjoelschlessinger.com/joel-schlessinger-md-answers-frequently-asked-questions-about-keratosis-pilaris/

1. FREQUENTLY ASKED
QUESTIONS ABOUT
KERATOSIS PILARIS
Joel Schlessinger, MD
Interested in learning more or setting up an appointment? Call 402.334.7546 or visit
http://www.LovelySkin.com/KeratosisPilaris to browse our selection of Keratosis Pilaris products.

2. What is keratosis pilaris?
Keratosis pilaris is a
common skin condition that
causes dry, rough patches
and small bumps on the
back, arms, thighs and other
areas. These bumps usually
don’t itch or hurt.
Before After
Interested in learning more or setting up an appointment? Call 402.334.7546 or visit
http://www.LovelySkin.com/KeratosisPilaris to browse our selection of Keratosis Pilaris products.

3. What causes keratosis pilaris?
These small bumps are caused by
skin congestion due to obstructed
hair growth patterns. Keratosis
pilaris is more common in people
who have very dry skin and is
generally worse during the cold
months of winter.
Interested in learning more or setting up an appointment? Call 402.334.7546 or visit
http://www.LovelySkin.com/KeratosisPilaris to browse our selection of Keratosis Pilaris products.

4. How can I treat keratosis pilaris?
LovelySkin.com carries a wide
selection of products to help
treat this condition that are
personally selected and
recommended by Joel
Schlessinger, MD.
Interested in learning more or setting up an appointment? Call 402.334.7546 or visit
http://www.LovelySkin.com/KeratosisPilaris to browse our selection of Keratosis Pilaris products.

5. Glytone Body Retexturize KP Kit
Glytone Body Retexturize KP Kit
contains an exfoliating body
wash, a body lotion and a shower
pouf to cleanse and soften the
entire body. This 2-step system
incorporates high levels of
glycolic acid to smooth your skin.
Interested in learning more or setting up an appointment? Call 402.334.7546 or visit
http://www.LovelySkin.com/KeratosisPilaris to browse our selection of Keratosis Pilaris products.

6. NeoStrata Problem Dry Skin Cream
NeoStrata Problem Dry Skin
Cream smoothes and moisturizes
severely dry, rough skin. Its
conditioning formula also helps
reduce any scaling and flaking
associated with keratosis pilaris.
Interested in learning more or setting up an appointment? Call 402.334.7546 or visit
http://www.LovelySkin.com/KeratosisPilaris to browse our selection of Keratosis Pilaris products.

7. Glytone Body Retexturize Lotion SPF 15
Glytone Body Retexturize Lotion SPF 15 is
an exfoliating lotion that retexturizes rough,
dry skin. The gentle formula smoothes with
time-released glycolic acid and hydrates
with shea butter. As an added benefit, this
body lotion also offers SPF 15 broad
spectrum protection from the sun’s
damaging rays.
Interested in learning more or setting up an appointment? Call 402.334.7546 or visit
http://www.LovelySkin.com/KeratosisPilaris to browse our selection of Keratosis Pilaris products.

8. Avene Akerat for Body
Avene Akerat for Body is formulated
to relieve discomfort caused by
rough, flaky skin. Its gentle formula
combines therapeutic thermal
spring water with lactic
acid, salicylic acid and urea to
nourish and smooth skin.
Interested in learning more or setting up an appointment? Call 402.334.7546 or visit
http://www.LovelySkin.com/KeratosisPilaris to browse our selection of Keratosis Pilaris products.

9. Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Alpha Beta
Daily Body Peel
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare
Alpha Beta Daily Body Peel
retexturizes dry skin and
releases ingrown hairs to
minimize keratosis pilaris. All
that’s left is a smooth, silky
texture.
Interested in learning more or setting up an appointment? Call 402.334.7546 or visit
http://www.LovelySkin.com/KeratosisPilaris to browse our selection of Keratosis Pilaris products.

10. Here’s how you can find out
more about Dr. Joel Schlessinger:
- Facebook http://www.facebook.com/drjoelschlessinger
- Twitter http://www.twitter.com/drschlessinger
- Blogs http://drjoelschlessinger.com/
http://drjoelschlessinger.wordpress.com/
Interested in learning more or setting up an appointment? Call 402.334.7546 or visit
http://www.LovelySkin.com/KeratosisPilaris to browse our selection of Keratosis Pilaris products.