Introduction
KP is frequently mistaken for acne due to its appearance. But KP and acne are fundamentally different conditions, requiring distinct approaches for prevention and treatment. Understanding the nuances between the two can help you manage your skin more effectively and achieve smoother, healthier skin.
What is Keratosis Pilaris (KP)?
KP is considered one of the most common dermatologic conditions that affects adolescents and adults. KP often goes untreated due to its benign nature and, therefore, can result in cosmetic dissatisfaction for patients.
Home care approach
- Deep Cleansing: Washes away dead skin cells and excess keratin that clog hair follicles.
- Non-Irritating: Gentle formula ensures no additional irritation to already sensitive skin
Medical grade approach
Laser therapy has recently been explored for the treatment of KP, and has been found to be effective in numerous studies. Despite this, a recent survey found that only about 9% of dermatologists reported using laser therapy for KP, instead utilizing topical keratinolytics such as lactic and salicylic acid.
Therefore, it has recently been hypothesized that KP may not be merely a keratinization disorder but may instead result from a circular hair shaft that ruptures the follicular epithelium, triggering inflammation and disrupting normal follicular keratinization.
Among the various therapeutic interventions, laser and light modalities appear to be supported by the most substantial evidence base.
Notably, the Nd:YAG (neodymium-doped yttrium–aluminium–garnet) laser, attributed to its longer wavelength, emerged as a preferred option. While other therapeutic avenues have also exhibited notable improvements in skin texture and discolouration
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