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Keratosis Pilaris
Asked by A.Z. from Chicago
on October 30, 2009
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I was just informed that my soon to be 5 year old has Keratosis pilaris. Although she's unaware of her skin condition, I feel it when I wash her and put lotion on her...
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- I have had this my entire life, and now my daughter also has it. For me i use Eucerin plus which works pretty well. YOu will never get it to go away but the winter i...
- We just saw a dermatologist b/c our KP on our 5 yr old got infected. I highly suggest using the alpha hydroxy. You only use a little bit and I can't believe the diff...
- AmLactin lotion. Sold over the counter. Excellent for Keratosis Pilaris. It is chock full of Alpha Hydroxy acids, but it doesn't burn, and alpha hydroxy acids are r...
Dermatologist Recs for a Child...
Asked by K.F. from Chicago
on November 15, 2007
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Hey mamas - I need a recommendation for a dermatologist for a 14 month old. My son has severe excema (or at least that is what his pediatrician called it) on his arms...
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- Hi! My little one has this too, so I know how awful it can be! I would recommend visiting an allergist instead of a dermatologist. Usually it is a sign of an allergy i...
- Hi there, Try Dr. Paller at Children's Memorial. She is the head of dermatology. Also, ecxima is usually a sign of an allergy, so I would try eliminating dairy, e...
- Hi, my daughter's skin is prone to eczema, she is sensitive to lactose, eggs and citric acid- eliminating all helped. Also for a soap/ baby wash we use one not only wi...
Need Suggestions for Facial Creams Please
Asked by R.R. from Louisville
on January 24, 2008
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Hi. I was wondering if any of you could suggest a good facial cream that isn't too pricey. I haven't normally put creams on my face, as I have sensitive skin. I can...
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- Try Nivea Q10 age defying cream. It cost about $9 at Wal-Mart, which isn't bad considering a lot of those creams are $15-25. It's worth it though. I have extremely dry...
- I too have sensitive skin and get dry patches in the winter. I have been using Aveeno calming lotion. It doesn't burn my face, doesn't leave my face red and spotty, ...
- First off what products are you using to wash now? You need to read your labels. Somethings give you a quick fix but then they have ingredients that are acclusive to t...
Cradle Cap
Asked by C.H. from South Bend
on August 13, 2009
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My doctor did a biopsy on my face and it came back as cradle cap, I am 50 years old and its on the side of my nose and my chin what do I do to get ride of it and stop ...
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- In theory all of the lotions or soaps we use with salicylic acid or hydroxy acids to prevent wrinkles should prevent you from getting this in the first place. I used a...
- Someone beat me to the tea tree oil! It's magic.
- We were told to use hydrocortizone first and when that didn't work, we got a mild steroid. Didn't your doc. have any suggestions?
Keratosis Pilaris
Asked by A. from Dallas
on May 23, 2006
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Hi! My 2 1/2 year old son has had keratosis pilaris since he was 5 months old. I was wondering if anyone here also has a child with this AND if you have had any succes...
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- Hi A., I wish I had advice for you, but I don't. My 3 year old daughter has keratosis pilaris as well and it is quite severe. If you get any good advice or response...
- I don't have any experience with infant keratosis pilaris. However, I developed keratosis pilaris as an adult. I went to a dermatologist. And I was told: when you fini...
- Keratosis pilaris is a very common skin disorder. It is a hereditary condition and usually starts to show up several months to years after birth. The condition gradu...
Skin Still Breaking Out in My 30'S. Help
Asked by L.K. from Austin
on November 6, 2009
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I am almost 33 years old and my skin continues to break out. I have tried just about everything and nothing seems to work well. I remember 20 years ago my face breakin...
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- Try Mary Kay's Acne Treatment Gel. Works for me and everyone I know who has tried it. It's only $7 per tube and lasts a while. Hope this helps, Jen
- I am also in my 30s and have adult acne. It sucks!! I have tried most rx stuff out there and it just made my skin irritated. My dermatologist put me on Spirinolacto...
- L., like you, I have had acne since my second child was born. I have always had a little bit of adult acne but about the same as most of my friends suffer from. I fe...
Treatment for Keratosis Pilaris
Asked by P.D. from Tyler
on July 17, 2008
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Has anyone had success treating children with keratosis pilaris (KP for short)? Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
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- Call a clinical nutritionist. I go to one here in Wichita Falls who is awesome! Her name is Dr. Donna Smith and she can be reached at ###-###-#### or by email at ____...
- I have it on the backs of my arms and have been using Eucerin Intensive Body Repair Cream (available anywhere by the regular lotions) and taking Vitamin A & Flaxseed O...
- Our son is 2 1/2 and we've gone to a Dermatologist for it. We've seen some improvement, it hasn't totally gone away, however his skin is smoother. We are using the ...
Need a Suggestion on Product to Use on Upper Leg
Asked by S.C. from Chicago
on April 14, 2007
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I get zit like bumps on my upper legs does anyone know of a product I can use to get rid of these?
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- I'm looking for a product also, but I can tell you lots of vitamin A and C will improve any skin conditions (broken-cell algae supplements are awesome!)and I think som...
- tend skin...found at most salons. absolutly the BEST!~
- This condition is most likely Keratosis Pilaris. It is hereditary and sometimes people just refer to it as "dry skin". I have this on the back of my legs and arms. ...
Skin Care Products for Pregnant Mom
Asked by S.H. from Louisville
on May 3, 2010
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Well, I've noticed that since being pregnant my skin has been breaking out a lot. I've also noticed that during pregnancy you aren't suppose to use the normal face was...
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- S., If you would like info on Shaklee's Enfuselle line, let me know. They also have all organic baby products. A good place to verify the products you use are safe ...
- I use Mary Kay's Timewise for my skin, and during my pregnancy I constantly received compliments for how good my skin looked.
- Zap It is a four step acne treatment that works like proactive without the harsh chemicals. The company that makes Zap It also makes other facial products like moistu...
"Blackheads" - What to Do for a 4Th Grader
Asked by L.O. from Boston
on October 27, 2010
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While I certainly had my fair share of pimples as a kid/tween/teen, I never really had an issue with blackheads. I've noticed that my 4th grade daughter seems to have...
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- You don't want to squeeze or try to push them out. Just get her a gentle face cleanser. At her age something like Noxema would probably work. I started using Arbonn...
- I'm an Avon rep - just have to put it there. For her age....I like the person said the apricot scrub - that would be my first choice. I would be a little hesitant ab...
- Biore has these white strips you put on your face, wet them and then wait a few minutes and after the strip drys you pull it off and the blackheads come off on the str...
