Apple Cider Vinegar And Keratosis Pilaris – Is It An Effective Treatment?

Apple cider vinegar is a common condiment that can be found in many homes. It has also been known to be an efficient anti-bacterial substance for quite some time. It has many nutrients such as Calcium, Magnesium and Iron which are good for the skin and also overall health. Apple cider vinegar, in its most natural and purest form is made by crushing organic apples and storing the juices into barrels made out of wood. Natural wooden barrels are used to enhance the fermentation of the juices. This substance is not only used in food. It is also used to cure or treat many skin or hair problems such as itchy scalp, dandruff, sunburn, acne, eczema, body odor, athlete’s foot and insect bites. However, many people ask if it can also help treat a skin condition called keratosis pilaris.

Keratosis pilaris or chicken skin is a very widespread skin condition that is experienced by half of the world’s population. It usually affects children and teens. It is described as tiny bumps in some parts of the body such as the arms, torso, thighs and buttocks. And although not that likely to happen, it can also occur in the face. This skin condition is quite harmless to the affected person’s overall health. It is neither painful nor contagious. But its appearance can be quite unpleasant to touch and look at. And what’s even worse is it has no cure.

On the other hand, KP sufferers do not need to worry or be afraid. This skin condition may not be 100 percent curable but it can be treated so that its symptoms may be managed or even reduced. And sometimes even without treatment, KP often clears on its own. But if you are suffering with this condition for a long time and have been looking for ways to treat it, there are many treatment options out there to consider. Just ask your dermatologist to help you. Also, there are many cheap and easy home remedies that can be done as well.

KP can often be treated in 2 simple steps – Exfoliate and Moisturize. You can exfoliate the skin using facial scrubs made only with mild ingredients. You can also use all-natural sugar scrubs or salt and water scrub to gently smoothen out the tiny bumps on the skin. Do not scrub the affected part vigorously or try to scrape the skin. This will only do more damage than good. After cleansing and exfoliating the skin, remember to always keep the affected area moisturized. Dry skin often worsens the symptoms of KP. You can use special moisturizers containing lactic acid for mild but intensive and deep moisture. You can also opt for natural remedies such as coconut oil or olive oil. You can mix it in your bath water and you can also apply some to the affected area as well after taking a bath.

Many people also wash with apple cider vinegar to cleanse the KP affected areas instead of using lactic acid washes. It is all-natural and therefore safe to use. Chances of irritating the skin in using chemicals are greatly reduced if you use apple cider vinegar to treat keratosis pilaris. Do not use it directly on your skin though, especially on your face. Remember to mix it with water before using it as a KP facial wash.

Source by Karina Sinclair