Best Exfoliants for Keratosis Pilaris
Ranked by 22 mentions across Reddit
Reddit’s top exfoliants for Keratosis Pilaris
Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant
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Liquid exfoliant with salicylic acid clears bumps visibly around the body in as little as one week.
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Community take
For keratosis pilaris, Redditors most often reach for exfoliants containing AHAs and BHAs, like The Ordinary and Cosrx products, praising their ability to smooth bumps and reduce redness over weeks of use. They highlight consistent application and pairing with moisturizers for best results.
What works
- Exfoliants reliably smooth rough bumps and improve skin texture.
- AHA and BHA solutions reduce redness and brighten affected areas.
- Consistent use leads to visible clearing and smoother skin over time.
Watch out for
- Exfoliants do not completely cure keratosis pilaris for everyone.
- Some users require weeks of regular use before seeing improvements.
- Potential for mild irritation necessitates hydration and moisturizer use.
The why
Consistency of every other day application helps smooth rough arms and reduce redness caused by bumps.
AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling Solution
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Weekly peeling solution clears bumps and brightens scars on thighs, arms, and legs.
The why
BHA liquid eases rough bumps on legs when applied twice weekly post-shower to 50% reduce KP over weeks.