Keratosis pilaris (KP), or "chicken skin," occurs when dead skin cells and keratin clog the hair follicles. As a result, small, acne-like bumps appear, commonly on the upper arms and thighs. There is ...

13:28, Wed, Nov 26, 2025 Updated: 13:30, Wed, Nov 26, 2025 You may have heard of people referring to the small, red bumps on their arms and legs as 'chicken skin'. Of course, this is not actually the ...

Keratosis pilaris, also commonly known as “chicken skin,” impacts a large number of people as a common skin disorder. This condition, which often materializes as tiny, coarse, and sometimes reddish ...

The experts we spoke to all agreed that the best course of action for treating keratosis pilaris is through a one-two punch of exfoliation and hydration. Chiu says that, in general, patients should ...

Whilst we all take our skincare very seriously when it comes to our face, our body can often be forgotten about. Whilst an exfoliate in the shower and some moisturiser is usually the most attention we ...

Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. I grew up near the beach. Lived in the water all summer – half-teen, half-fish. Now as an adult I pay the price, seeing my GP for a ...

Do you have “chicken skin”? In other words, Keratosis pilaris (KP) is a common skin condition causing small, rough bumps resembling the skin of a chicken. To help you achieve smooth, hydrated, and ...

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A couple of years ago, I noticed tiny, flesh-coloured bumps on my fingers that itched like nobody’s business. These, I have since learned, are pompholyx or dyshidrotic eczema – a condition which can ...

Skin feeling rough, textured or bumpy? Here’s how to manage keratosis pilaris this winter. Of all skin conditions, keratosis pilaris has the most inventive nicknames. It’s often referred to as KP, ...