https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:00:57 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/keratosis-pilaris-help-chicken-skin#post-2292649 Wed, 16 Sep 2015 14:42:40 +0000 JennyPenny 2292649@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I have it too (and it got way worse when I was pregnant) and have recently been treating it with coconut oil based on suggestions from the internet. It has definitely been helping. I've only been doing it a few weeks though. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/keratosis-pilaris-help-chicken-skin#post-2292522 Wed, 16 Sep 2015 13:05:50 +0000 Alivoo01 2292522@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I have pretty bad KP on my arms and legs. I tried Amlactin and it didn't do much for me. I went to see a dermatologist and she prescribed a cream (that was in an aerosol can) that helped tremendously!! It wasn't safe to use while pregnant so I stopped, and the moment I stopped, the bumps came back. :sad: It was also costly, I think $50? </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/keratosis-pilaris-help-chicken-skin#post-2292490 Wed, 16 Sep 2015 12:41:45 +0000 ElbieKay 2292490@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>A dermatologist once prescribed me a urea cream which worked really well, but I got tired of applying it every day so I didn't bother getting the rx refilled. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/keratosis-pilaris-help-chicken-skin#post-2292003 Tue, 15 Sep 2015 21:50:55 +0000 MrsSRS 2292003@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@sapphire: thanks! We've been bouncing between Aquaphor and California baby. Maybe I will make a coconut oil sugar scrub. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/keratosis-pilaris-help-chicken-skin#post-2291999 Tue, 15 Sep 2015 21:40:37 +0000 jh524 2291999@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@MrsSRS: my son has this on the back side of his upper arms and lightly On thighs. I don't know if they just grow out of it or what. Following for treatments for my lo as well. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/keratosis-pilaris-help-chicken-skin#post-2291998 Tue, 15 Sep 2015 21:38:29 +0000 sapphire 2291998@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I use a nut scrub for exfoliation but sugar scrubs are nice too. And then super thick lotion! LacHydrin is fine for kids &gt;2 years and up. I actually prefer a thick Body Butter though. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/keratosis-pilaris-help-chicken-skin#post-2291981 Tue, 15 Sep 2015 21:14:54 +0000 MrsSRS 2291981@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@macintosh: @ldh112: @clover: Thanks! We're pretty good about moisturizing, but not exfoliating. Just with a loofah? </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/keratosis-pilaris-help-chicken-skin#post-2291979 Tue, 15 Sep 2015 21:13:12 +0000 ldh112 2291979@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I agree with @clover! I use AmLactin for KP. I've found it cheapest at Costco or Amazon. Definitely check with the doctor. From experience, It can cause increased sun sensitivity. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/keratosis-pilaris-help-chicken-skin#post-2291960 Tue, 15 Sep 2015 20:51:08 +0000 clover 2291960@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Keeping skin moisturized can help. Also lotions like AmLactin and Lac-Hydrin have lactic acid in them and definitely help but I'd probably double check with your pediatrician before using. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/keratosis-pilaris-help-chicken-skin#post-2291953 Tue, 15 Sep 2015 20:47:41 +0000 macintosh 2291953@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I have KP. It's most helpful if I exfoliate often and moisturize. I've heard of a lotion called Amlactin with lactic acid to exfoliate, but I'm not sure if it's safe for littles. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/keratosis-pilaris-help-chicken-skin#post-2291948 Tue, 15 Sep 2015 20:42:55 +0000 MrsSRS 2291948@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>DS (2yo) has keratosis pilaris absolutely covering his upper arms and thighs and has had it for a year or so. I know it isn't uncomfy because I often have it mildly on my upper arms. His pediatrician just said I was right and dismissed me when I asked him to confirm that it was kp. I know it's no biggie, but it's getting worse. Anyone have any home treatments that work to lessen severity? </p>