Keratosis is a skin disease in which light, red-pink or red dots and bumps form on it. According to a study conducted by the International Journal of Trichology, keratosis most often (in 92%) affects skin areas on the hands (just below the shoulders). In 59% of cases, keratosis is found on the hips, in 30% — on the buttocks. Sometimes keratosis is found on the face, and the patients themselves often confuse it with acne.
Keratosis itself does not cause serious unpleasant symptoms, rather, it harms the appearance of the skin, reduces its aesthetic appeal. According to a study conducted in Thailand, about 40% of the surveyed people had keratosis that caused complexes and reduced the quality of life.
[b]What causes keratosis[/b]
Doctors still cannot give a clear answer, which provokes the occurrence of keratosis. However, today more and more scientists are inclined to believe that an unpleasant skin defect is caused by the formation of keratin plugs in the hair follicles.
As you know, keratin is a natural component of the scalp, hair, nails, responsible for their renewal. Usually dead keratin-containing skin cells are exfoliated from the skin, but in some people keratin accumulates in the skin and creates plugs in the hair follicles, resulting in the formation of bumps-pimples of a reddish color. Inside such clogged follicles are twisted hairs. And, according to some scientists, it is because of such very hard twisted hairs that keratous rashes appear. Twisted hairs damage the follicle cells, as a result of which inflammation begins in the follicles, and as a response to inflammation, excessive keratin production occurs.
Exacerbation of keratosis usually occurs in winter, because it is at this time that the skin dries up especially strongly. According to the study, about half of people suffering from keratosis note an improvement in their condition in the summer, and in winter, on the contrary, there is a sharp deterioration.
According to some studies, keratosis may be hereditary, since in about 70% of cases there were similar cases of keratosis in the family of patients.
Most often, keratosis occurs precisely in childhood, reaches its apogee in adolescence, and in adults, the symptoms of keratosis may disappear altogether.
[b]Treatment of keratosis[/b]
Unfortunately, it will not be possible to completely get rid of keratosis. You can only ease your condition. The classic treatment involves treating the skin with lotions containing lactic, salicylic or glycolic acids. Acids allow you to thin out areas of the skin where rashes are observed.
A few years ago, a study was conducted in which the effect of salicylic and lactic acids on the skin condition of people with keratosis was studied. As a result, after 12 weeks of using the lotion with acids, the study participants reported a significant improvement in their condition. The greatest progress was observed in the first month of treatment, and in the following months it gradually increased.
Laser treatment of the skin is also able to reduce the manifestations of keratosis. According to a study conducted in Wales, pulsed laser therapy significantly reduced the number of red dots on the skin, but did not get rid of bumps. In addition, in some people, keratosis returned over time.
[b]Natural ways to reduce the symptoms of keratosis[/b]
You can reduce the symptoms of keratosis at home. Here are the most affordable ways to do this:
- Scrub with sea salt. With keratosis, it is very important to exfoliate dead cells well, but at the same time exfoliation should be soft, because the harsh exfoliation process can cause additional irritation. As a scrub, it is best to use sea salt, which can rid the skin of dead cells and moisturize it. In order to make a wonderful keratosis scrub, you should mix honey and sea salt (2 tsp salt and 4 tsp honey).Apply the mixture to the skin, massage lightly and leave for 15 minutes. The composition of a good keratosis scrub may include jojoba or coconut oils.
- Wiping with a dry brush. Scrubbing the skin with the help of a dry washcloth brush will help exfoliate the skin. The process itself should be very gentle and gentle, since more aggressive movements can cause skin inflammation. After such a dry scrubbing, you can take a shower and lubricate the skin with oil.
- Hydration every day. Areas of the skin with keratosis are very important to moisturize every day. It is best to use natural moisturizers, such as avocado oil, cocoa butter, carite, coconut. Experts advise paying special attention to jojoba oil, which contains vitamin A, from the deficiency of which keratosis can occur, and coconut oil, which has anti-inflammatory properties.
- Eat more foods with anti-inflammatory properties, such as green leafy vegetables, broccoli, beetroot, salmon.
Remember, if you use one of the methods listed here and your symptoms have only worsened, then refrain from continuing the procedures.
So, keratosis is not fatal, but an unpleasant ailment that you want to get rid of forever. Unfortunately, this will not work, but you can significantly alleviate your suffering due to the daily care routine.
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