These ingredients get rid of KP like a bump eraser.

Keratosis Pilaris — KP, chicken skin, strawberry skin, call it what you want — is a common skin condition caused by a buildup of keratin that plugs the hair follicle. Those little rough bumps on your upper arms, thighs, bum, or cheeks? That's it.

Should you worry? No. It's genetic, harmless, and not contagious. But it absolutely responds to the right ingredients — and that's where I come in.

Why picking doesn't work

KP is not acne, and treating it like acne — squeezing, picking, or scrubbing aggressively — makes things worse. The bumps aren't caused by bacteria or blocked sebum the way pimples are. They're caused by a keratin buildup that needs to be dissolved, not forced out. The solution is chemical exfoliation, consistently applied.

Glycolic acid

Glycolic acid has the smallest molecule of all the AHAs, which means it penetrates more deeply than other acids and gets to work faster. It dissolves the keratin buildup that causes the bumps, smooths the skin's surface, and with consistent use, significantly reduces the appearance of KP.

My Glycolic Body Scrub combines glycolic acid with physical exfoliation for a double hit — chemical dissolution and physical buffing in one step. Use it two to three times a week on affected areas.

Lactic acid

Lactic acid is a gentler AHA that exfoliates the surface layer of skin, draws moisture in, and softens the rough texture that makes KP visible. It's particularly good for KP that presents with redness or sensitivity, and works brilliantly as an overnight treatment.

My Smoothing AHA Body Lotion uses lactic acid to keep exfoliating while you sleep — so even on the days you skip the scrub, your skin is still being treated. Apply it after showering while the skin is still slightly damp for best absorption.

Salicylic acid

Salicylic acid is a BHA — beta hydroxy acid — which means it's oil-soluble and can penetrate into the pore rather than just working on the surface. For KP it helps clear the follicle, reduce any redness around the bumps, and prevent the buildup from reforming.

My Triple Acid Body Wash combines salicylic acid with glycolic and lactic acids so you're hitting KP from three angles every time you shower. Use it as your daily cleanser on problem areas and let the acids do the work.

The routine

1. In the shower: Triple Acid Body Wash daily on KP-prone areas
2. Two to three times a week: Glycolic Body Scrub in place of your regular wash
3. After every shower: Smoothing AHA Body Lotion while skin is damp

Results take four to six weeks of consistency — but the improvement in texture is noticeable. Stick with it, babe.

For a deeper dive into KP dos and don'ts, read What not to do with Keratosis Pilaris.

x frank