Chicken Skin Arms

Description

Keratosis pilaris, commonly known as "chicken skin arms," "bumpy skin," or "goosebump skin," is a harmless but often frustrating condition that causes tiny, rough bumps on the upper arms, thighs, cheeks, and buttocks. These small, painless bumps are the result of keratin—a natural skin protein—clogging hair follicles, leading to a sandpaper-like texture that can feel dry or itchy. Although keratosis pilaris is not dangerous, it often affects confidence and self-esteem, especially when the bumps are visible. Factors like dry weather, genetics, or associations with conditions such as eczema can make the bumps more noticeable. While there is no permanent cure, treatments like gentle exfoliation, moisturizing creams, and advanced options such as chemical peels can help smooth the skin and reduce the appearance of "chicken skin" patches.

Procedures that treat this ailment: Peeling

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Chicken Skin Arms Treatment with Peeling Procedures in Korea: Effective Solutions for Smooth Skin

Keratosis Pilaris (KP), often called "chicken skin arms," is a common and harmless skin condition that shows up as dry, rough patches with tiny, painless bumps. These bumps usually appear on the upper arms, thighs, cheeks, and buttocks, but can also occur on the forearms, lower legs, and faces—especially in children. The texture can feel like sandpaper or look like goosebumps. KP is caused by a buildup of keratin, a protein meant to shield the skin from outside threats. In KP, keratin clogs hair follicles, resulting in that distinct bumpy texture. While it’s not usually painful, the affected skin can be dry or itchy. A few factors can make KP worse: dry air, especially in winter, genetics (it often run

Updated: Oct 21, 2025