What is KP?
Keratosis pilaris (also known as follicular keratosis or “chicken skin”) is a common cosmetic skin condition that affects 40% of adults and 80% of adolescents, both male and female. Keratosis pilaris is characterized by small, rough and often red bumps on the skin, most commonly on the upper arms and thighs. While the bumps are usually not painful or itchy, picking at them can cause bleeding and scarring.

What causes KP?
Keratosis pilaris is a hereditary condition – not an infection or virus. KP is caused when the body produces too much keratin, a natural protein found in the skin. This excess keratin builds up and clogs the hair follicles and pores, forming white, hard plugs and causing the skin to become red and irritated.

How does KP Elements work to treat KP?
KP Elements contains several ingredients specifically designed to soothe your skin and treat keratosis pilaris. Alpha-hydroxy acids go to work to break down the excess keratin in the pores, while avocado oils and vitamins B and E moisturize and tone.

How long will it take to see some improvement?
Typically you can start to see a reduction in redness and smoother skin in as little as a week, though some people with particularly severe KP can take several weeks to see an improvement.

Is it possible to cure KP?
Unfortunately there is currently no way to cure KP permanently, but the condition can be easily and effectively managed indefinitely with products such as KP Elements.

How long will a tube of KP Elements last me?
Depending on how much skin area your KP covers, you may need more or less lotion each day. Typically, one tube of KP Elements will last about a month, which is plenty of time to see an improvement in your skin.

Does KP Elements require a prescription?
No, KP Elements is available “over-the-counter” without a prescription, and many dermatologists actually recommend alpha-hydroxy moisturizing lotions like KP Elements instead of prescription lotions that are more expensive and don’t always work as well.

Will KP Elements irritate my skin?
KP Elements is formulated with natural avocado oil and vitamins to soothe and clear your skin. You should not experience any discomfort or irritation when using KP Elements. However, please always be mindful of any allergies you may have, and check with your dermatologist if you have any concerns before using KP Elements.

Will KP Elements leave any residue on my skin?
KP Elements is fully absorbed to moisturize and heal your skin, and will not leave any visible residue.