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Keratosis Pilaris (aka, KP or chicken skin) is a pesky skin condition caused by a buildup of keratin that plugs up hair follicles and results in inflamed, dry, scaly bumps. While the condition is considered chronic, there are ways to minimize the effects of KP and even reduce the appearance of these little bumps altogether — and the answers comes from one of my favorite skincare brands, First Aid Beauty.

Up ahead, we share one of the best ways to get rid of KP bumps, plus an amazing body lotion that exfoliates and hydrates at the same time to minimize the appearance of KP chicken skin. 

Does Body Scrub Help Keratosis Pilaris?

First Aid Beauty KP Bump Eraser Body Scrub
When it comes to Keratosis Pilaris, body scrubs can help but you want to be careful about what body scrubs you use. Choose a formula that is specifically designed to target and treat those stubborn KP bumps without causing irritation. The First Aid Beauty KP Bump Eraser Body Scrub is one of the best skincare products for KP because it is a gentle formula with some slight texture for physical exfoliation but gets most of its power from 10 percent AHA (a chemical exfoliant). 

The body scrub is formulated with a rich blend of glycolic and lactic acids for 10 percent AHA potency, plus finely ground pumice to effectively slough off dry, dead skin cells, polish, and improve skin texture. Albeit a combined physical and chemical scrub, the formula is ultra-gentle and considered safe enough to use on sensitive skin types. In addition to targeting Keratosis Pilaris bumps, the scrub can also treat acne breakouts on the body (including buttne), roughness, and scaly skin. 

Sizes Available: 2 ounces, 8 ounces 
Key Ingredients: Glycolic acid, lactic acid, pumice, bisabolol, colloidal oatmeal
Usage: 1-2 times per week

Should You Moisturize Keratosis Pilaris?

First Aid Beauty KP Smoothing Body Lotion
Moisture is one of the best ways to target KP bumps. Since these bumps are often the result of dry skin — or, at least, that’s usually part of the issue. So, adding hydrating skincare formulas to your routine (especially ones with additional exfoliation perks) can really make a difference and help reduce the appearance of KP bumps. 

After you exfoliate with the KP Bump Eraser Body Scrub, reach for the First Aid Beauty KP Smoothing Body Lotion as a second step in your body care routine. This body lotion is formulated with 10 percent lactic acid, providing additional chemical exfoliation benefits and an excellent way to continue treating the skin between body scrub usage. It also features urea, colloidal oatmeal, and ceramides to provide ample nourishment and hydration to support supple-looking skin. 

Size: 6 ounces 
Key Ingredients: Lactic acid, urea, colloidal oatmeal, ceramides
Usage: Daily

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