What
is Keratosis Pilaris?
WebMD, the well-respected online
forum, describes Keratosis Pilaris as:
“Keratosis pilaris is a common, harmless skin condition. It causes small, hard
bumps that may make your skin feel like sandpaper.
The bumps are often
light-colored. They usually appear on your upper arms, thighs, and buttocks,
sometimes with redness or swelling. They can also show up on your face, but
that's less common.
Except for some itching, keratosis pilaris doesn't hurt
and doesn't get worse. Many children and teens get it,
and it usually disappears as they get older.”
WebMD also gives the cause as
follows:
“Keratosis
pilaris is caused by a buildup of keratin, the protein that protects skin from
infections and other harmful things. The buildup forms a plug that blocks the
opening of a hair follicle, but doctors don't know
what triggers the buildup.
If you
have dry skin, you're more likely to have
keratosis pilaris. It's usually worse in the winter months, when there's less
moisture in the air, and then may clear up in the summer.
It often
affects people with certain skin conditions, including eczema (also called atopic dermatitis).
Your
doctor can diagnose keratosis pilaris by looking at your skin. You don't need
to be tested for it.”
WebMD
also postulates:
“You
can't prevent keratosis pilaris, but you can keep your skin moist to lessen its
effects.
Some
simple things can help keep your skin comfortable.
·
Don't scratch at the bumps or
rub your skin roughly.
·
Use warm water rather than
hot for bathing and showering.
·
Limit your time in the water.
·
Try soap that has added oil
or fat.
·
Use thick moisturizers
generously on the skin.
·
Add moisture to the air in
your home with a humidifier.
Again,
WebMd says the following about the treatment of Keratosis Pilaris:
“There's
no cure for keratosis pilaris. But moisturizing lotions or creams may help your
skin look and feel better. A variety of these are available over the counter,
but you'll need a prescription for stronger versions.
Two
types of products that go directly on the affected skin often improve keratosis
pilaris. You'll need to use them daily for several weeks before you'll see a
change. You should follow the suggestions above, too, for long-lasting results.”
Living with KP Home
Remedy to Treat and Manage Keratosis Pilaris Naturally
The author, Jennifer Richards
was a long-time sufferer from Keratosis
Pilaris and this lead to her decision, after spending hundreds of dollars on
prescription and non-prescription remedies, which didn’t work, to do her own
research. This research lead to her finding a solution, which worked for her
and she decided to share this by publishing a forty (40) page book titled Living with KP Home Remedy to Treat and
Manage Keratosis Pilaris Naturally.
About the Book
The book, which consists of
forty (40) pages has three (3) chapters in addition to the introduction. These
chapters, and the corresponding pages, deal the topics as stated below:
Introduction 3
Chapter 1: What Is Keratosis Pilaris? 6
Chapter 2: Keratosis Pilaris Treatment 9
Chapter 3: Keratosis Pilaris Treatment Summary 35
The
author, starts the, in the Introduction
by speaking about her own experience with KP and expresses the appreciation
that there are many other KP sufferers, like her. In the Introduction Jennifer
Richards very clearly articulates why she embarked on this project, of writing
a book, and how it can help other KP suffers, like herself. Quoting from the
book:
‘…A
lot of time and effort has gone into the creation of this book, and my hope for
you is that you experience the same results that I and countless other people
have from using this remedy.
If
you are like me and the millions of other people out there that suffer from
keratosis pilaris, I'm sure that you have extensively researched and searched
for treatments, only to have been frustrated by the fact that there is no
legitimate "cure” found in the medical world. Like me, you have probably
made numerous appointments with your dermatologist only to have creams
prescribed that irritated and caused redness with minimal effects on your skin.
There are so many side effects from using such products, such as severe dryness
and flaking, as well as having to avoid the sun altogether.
I
can tell you from personal experience that I spent years using different
creams, and nothing ever gave me the results that I was looking for.
My
dermatologist would always tell me that there is no cure for keratosis pilaris,
and it can only be managed through medication. I was so frustrated and
embarrassed that I started to do extensive research, and I was sure that there
were other people out there like me. I was fortunate enough to find online
communities of people struggling with the same issue. You are not alone!”
I found that Jennifer’s own
writing so aptly articulates the actual problems faced by persons with KeratosisPilaris, and advice, coming from someone with the condition, that it is
pointless paraphrasing at this stage. I have therefore decided to actually
quote the writings of the author, Jennifer Richards. She continues, in the Introduction,
as follows:
“…There
were people out there who were frustrated with not being able to wear short
sleeves, who were frustrated with wasting their money on products that didn't
work, and most of all, irritated with the red bumps on their arms that wouldn't
go away. These people turned to all kinds of crazy remedies, some offering
minimal results while others did not. Other people found treatments that seemed
to work for them but were not sure why they were seeing results. I also
happened to find unrelated information at the time, which I thought had nothing
to do with keratosis pilaris. However, the more that I started to research,
things started to click into place. I started emailing dermatologists and
different skin care experts with my questions and my thoughts were
confirmed! I put together all of the
information that I had and the research I had done on keratosis pilaris, and I
came up with my own customized treatment with the best information from my
extensive study on the topic.
My
plan was simple: Attack keratosis pilaris on all levels at the same time.
I
immediately started to try the plan myself, and I saw almost instant results.
The best part of all was that there were no prescription creams or over-the-counter
medications that I had to use! Everything was all-natural and could be
purchased at the grocery store, which meant that I was saving serious money
overall. I can't even tell you how much money I have spent the past several
years on numerous products and treatments, but I wouldn't be surprised if it
was in the $1000s. That’s how determined I was to beat this.
You may have spent even more $$ on your search for
a cure!
Even
better, my technique offers the unexpected side effect that your skin in all
areas will start to improve in its appearance. I began to share my technique
with other people suffering from keratosis pilaris, and they saw the same
success!
With
that being said, I wish you the best and hope you receive the same results that
I did with smooth and clear skin due to my proven keratosis pilaris remedy.”
Note:
Please keep in mind that keratosis pilaris is something that needs to be
managed on a daily basis. You must integrate this simple system into your daily
routine. If you stop using these techniques, the keratosis pilaris will return.
Keratosis pilaris, or KP, may begin to clear up on its own as you get older,
but for the time being, you must work to treat this skin issue.”
One of the things Richards is
very clear about, in the Introduction of
Livingwith KP is the fact that her book is based on her own experiences, her
research, and what has worked for her. She is very clear in stating that she is
not a medical doctor. The ‘Disclaimer’
section is so important it merits reinforcing as follows:
“**Disclaimer:
I am not a doctor nor do I claim to be a medical professional. Although the
methods within this guide are gentle and natural without the use of harsh
chemical medications, if you have any type of reaction to the techniques
whatsoever, please discontinue right away and consult with your doctor or
dermatologist. If you do have an allergy or reaction, I am not qualified to
diagnose those issues. I am just a normal sufferer of keratosis pilaris like
yourself who is happy to share my treatment with you after months and months of
research and testing to find something that really works.”
The introductory section of the
book is now coming to an end. Jennifer ends the
Introduction as follows:
“With
that out of the way, let's get started! I will try to make this as enjoyable of
a reading experience as I can for you. Although I know some of the material may
be in-depth regarding the topic of keratosis pilaris, it is important for you
to understand the root of this skin issue and the techniques that you must use
to remedy it.”
Having completed the preliminary
matters, it is now time to get into the ‘meat of the matter’ i.e. the chapters
1-3 which deals with What Is Keratosis
Pilaris?, Keratosis Pilaris
Treatment and Keratosis Pilaris
Treatment Summary, respectively. In an effort to peak persons’ interest in
the treatment and the other contents of the book, Living with KP Home Remedy to
Treat and Manage Keratosis Pilaris Naturally, the author Jennifer Richards
provides the download of the Introduction and Chapter 1, free of cost. This can
be sourced from the website at http://www.tinyurl.com/25xf5v7 and will be quoted here as follows:
CHAPTER 1: WHAT IS
KERATOSIS PILARIS?
Let's
start out by taking a look at what keratosis pilaris is since it is important
to know your enemy if you plan to beat it. From this point forward, I will
refer to keratosis pilaris as KP.
Keratosis
pilaris is also called KP and follicular keratosis. This is a common follicular
condition that is genetic, and it manifests as rough bumps on the surface of
the skin. It is most often found on the back and outer upper arms, and the
lower arms can also be plagued by this condition. You may find KP on the tops of
the legs, thighs, hands, flanks, buttocks, and any other area than the palms or
soles of the feet. In less common cases, these bumps will appear on the face,
and many people mistake them for acne.
KP
affects 40% of the adult population worldwide and up to 50- 80% of adolescents.
It is more common for women than for men, and there are different types of
keratosis pilaris to classify: • Keratosis Pilaris Rubra: Red and inflamed bumps
on the head, arms, and legs. • Keratosis Pilaris Alba: Rough and bumpy skin
without irritation. • Keratosis Pilaris Runra Faceii: A red rash on the cheeks.
Keratosis
pilaris will often look like goosebumps, and it appears as small rough bumps on
the surface of the skin. For this reason, many people who suffer from KP have
no idea that they have this condition so that it will be commonly confused with
acne.
What Causes KP?
KP
is simply caused because the human body produces too much keratin, which is a
protein found in the skin. This excess keratin production is cream colored, and
it starts to surround and clog the hair follicle in the skin. This creates hard
plugs due to the process of hyperkeratinization. This condition only causes an
outer issue in the appearance of the skin, and it will appear to be hard bumps
that look similar to acne, although they are not itchy or painful.
Most
people commonly suffer from keratosis pilaris throughout the year, but when the
weather becomes colder, the problem can become worse simply because there is
less moisture in the air. This will make the KP look more obvious in its
texture and color. Many of these KP bumps on the skin will contain an ingrown
hair. This is due to the keratin from the skin plugging the hair follicle so
that the hair cannot exit from the skin.
How Do I Know If I
Have KP?
Good
question! You will know you have KP if:
•
You have small bumps on your arms, legs, torso, or face on a consistent basis.
• You exfoliate regularly, but the small bumps don't go away. • You feel that
you may suffer from constant acne on your face and body. • The small red bumps
on your skin look similar to goosebumps.
•
When you pop the small red bumps on your skin, a hard, white substance will
come out. This is the keratin protein that has clogged the hair follicle.
•You
may experience itchiness in the bumpy patches on your skin. • The bumpy patches
are dry and rough in texture.
If
you have any or all of the above symptoms, the odds are that you are suffering
from KP. Again, I am not a medical doctor capable of a diagnosis, so you may
want to make an appointment with your dermatologist to determine and confirm
that you have KP.
Now
you have an understanding of what KP is and what causes it. This will help you
to better grasp why the treatment I have developed is so effective.”
Having read both the contents of
the introductory parts of the book i.e.? If you haven’t previously been diagnosed
but may be curious about some of these symptoms, if you read the Introduction
and Chapter 1 you would have
a full understanding of what is KP? What are the signs to look for? Could you
have the condition? It is now time to move on to the real matter you may have
for reading this report. How can it be treated?
To get this information you will
need to read Chapters 2 and 3 in the 40-page
version of the Living with KP Treatment Guide. These chapters deal with the
following topics:
CHAPTER 2: KERATOSIS PILARIS TREATMENT
In Jennifer’s letter to KP
sufferers, on the website, she gives the
following encapsulation of the second chapter. This is where she goes into
the treatment method she developed - The Keratosis Pilaris Treatment. She
says “…What I can tell you is that you'll
need just 4 all-natural ingredients and 3 containers to make this
treatment work. It should cost you less than $20, if that. In the regimen,
you'll make two sprays and one scrub, 3 steps total. That's it! And I walk you
through it, step-by-step, including how often to use each one.’
She
also focuses on the proven regimen required to eliminate this malady. In this chapter,
she therefore speaks about the ‘4 key philosophies’. She says …’My regimen is based on 4 key philosophies
to ridding your skin of KP forever: exfoliation, balance, moisture, and a
surprise philosophy that your dermatologist would NEVER tell you. The regimen
is all about treating your skin with gentle, natural care--not harsh chemicals.”
CHAPTER 3: KERATOSIS
PILARIS TREATMENT SUMMARY
This chapter deals with a
summarized version of the treatment plan referred to as the Treatment
Quick Start. She says “…This
summary of the KP-Free regimen will get you a quick start if you don't want to
read the whole book off the bat (even though it's less than 40 pages). With
this, you can get started fighting your keratosis pilaris and then go back and
read why everything is working the way it does.
And that is a very brief summary!’
CONCLUSION
If you have Keratosis Pilaris or
think you may have KP, based on the signs and symptoms shared by Jennifer, you
need no more encouragement than what she has shared on the website http://www.tinyurl.com/25xf5v7, where she has emotionally shared
her experiences over the years, the failed treatment plans she participated in
, the many dollars she ‘threw down the drain’ while suffering emotionally and
socially.
She also tells about the reaction from others who, after
her treatment, asked “… What are you doing differently?
You look great!"”
She therefore asks the question “What is
Clear, Smooth, Touchable, “Show-Offable” Skin Worth to You?
She also while again reinforcing her own
experiences also challenges sufferers:
‘Growing up with KP, I would have given anything to
go out in the sun on family vacations and wear a strapless dress confidently to
my senior prom.
I know the same is true for you.
I know you're tired of spending tons of money on a
condition you feel like you shouldn't even have in the first place.’
Here Jennifer Richards makes the promise ‘…that the
Living with KP eBook and ingredients for the regimen is going to be the
last purchase you ever make to treat your KP.
There will be ‘No
more expensive prescriptions.
No more outrageous derm fees.
Just all-natural, smooth skin.
To
access this please go to http://www.tinyurl.com/25xf5v7
If you
visit the website you will experience for yourself Jennifer Richard’s
articulation of the condition, how it affects you and what can be done. Here
she speaks to the discounted price of the book; which has been reduced, for
this offer, from $57 to 47. “…I have been
selling the Living with KP eBook for $57, and it's been flying like hotcakes.”
Jennifer, goes on, and says in the offer:
Right now, the Living with KP eBook--which details the complete KP treatment you'll need for smooth and clear skin--is only $47.
That's it. $47 and you're on your way to the smoothest, most beautiful and touchable skin you've ever had in your life.
And these promises are guaranteed.
If you don't see results after following the
treatment strictly for 60 days, please let me know and I'll get you a full
refund.”
Between the website and the book
Living with KP Home Remedy to
Treat and Manage Keratosis Pilaris Naturally there should be the information
needed by those persons with KP to get lasting relief. You really, also, have
nothing to risk. If it doesn’t would you have a money back guarantee. What do
you have to lose? Nothing! And everything to gain.
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