@@NadaII i get what you mean here sort of! I first learned about KP from a white doctor But Im black and dark skinned, so its really cool to find out what products work for my skin from a doctor thats my skintone! :D hope i made sense lol
I didn't realized I had it either until a few weeks ago. I thought it was freckles! And, I'm in my forties. Anyway, I always knew my skin and scalp were sensitive and couldn't use a lot of products but I just thought I had sensitive skin. SMDH
My son have that and that first time someone mentioned to us it was Caucasian and recommend that same thing this beautiful doctor is sayin SO color have nothing to do💕
Products in the USA 1) cerave SA smoothing cream (ulta/target) 2) cerave sa smoothing cleanser (can't find the exact thing in the US) 3) necessaire body exfoliator (sephora) 4) Touch KP exfoliating body wash (Google the name it will come up) 5)cerave resurfacing retinol serum (target/ulta/cvs)
@@SadiaAnikaHasan #2 seems to be in the uk/au and not in the usa. Not sure if it can be substitute for renewing cleanser (usa)... you can read the ingredients for both to see if they are the same. Maybe they change the name based on industry regulations.
Re: no 2 The ingredients in the CeraVe SA smoothing cleanser (UK) and CeraVe SA body wash (US) are almost identical except for 2 ingredients. The US version also contains corn oil and cholecalciferol (vitamin D). You may use either for KP. :-)
*Here it is: MY TOP 5 (well actually 6) products to treat KP.* Please watch the full video as I explain how to choose products that will work best for KP, the must have ingredient for all KP skincare routines and my top 5 recommended KP products. Also bare in mind these products are all drugstore or online products that you don't need a prescription for. (KP is a chronic condition and for severe or resistant cases you may require prescription medication). Thank you all for the views on my previous videos. I'm so pleased you found them educational. Let me know what products are you using and how you are getting on with them. The ingredients in the *CeraVe SA smoothing cleanser (UK)* and *CeraVe SA body wash (US)* are almost identical except for 2 ingredients. The US version also contains corn oil and cholecalciferol (vitamin D). You may use either for KP. :- *Any questions are welcome - as usual* 😊
Hi, You're welcome. Yes you can especially if you are using them on skin other than your face because the skin is generally thicker. I would start with the cleanser and SA cream and then add in the retinol if you are not seeing enough results after about 4 weeks. i would also introduce the retinol gradually using it 2-3 times a week initially to start with. If you start to get irritation such as flaking of the skin, dryness or redness from using the retinol, (this is an acclimatisation period) I would cut down to once or twice a week and gradually build up from there. On the face, I would start with the cleanser in the morning and the retinol at night.
@@DrSimiAdedeji thank you so much for responding, I have already started with the sa cream a few days ago after watching your first video on Kp,I will try the other products and update you on my results.
@Cheyroll Excell Thats great! Can't wait to hear how you get on. Remember that patience is key, and consistency in use. Also it can take time to find the product(s) that work best for your skin which is why I give information about the *key ingredients* to look for and also why I suggest several products.
After watching this, I started using the Cerave SA Smoothing Cream. It’s been a few weeks and I already see improvement, both in pigment and texture! Thank you so much!
Finally an expert who can address skin concerns for someone who looks like me :-) I am going to be all over this channel... now to find similar products in South Africa
I've been using the CeraVe SA cream after showering on damp skin for a few weeks and I've definitely noticed improvements. Wasn't sure I could use it morning and night, so thank you.
Literally wore long sleeved shirts under short sleeved shirts my entire adolescence because of KP. I’m only just barely starting to get a handle on it. Thank you for posting this!
Dr Simi Adedeji is my girl crush. Watching all of her videos, hoping to soak in all of her wisdom. So amazing on point and clear with her explanations!!!!
@@DrSimiAdedeji I'm not only enjoying your content, I'm learning a lot!!! And I find it extremely important that there are also videos where you talk about racism and how it affects you in your position. Hard to watch since I'm immigrant myself but I'm also white as a ghost so I'm experiencing racism on a completely different level and don't have to deal with a fuckery you experience on a daily basis. Stay strong and awesome
@@wassermelonification Thank you for your support! I'm so sorry to hear that you are also experiencing racism. It's terrible that even in this day and age, so many people continue to be discriminated against, not just because of race , colour ethnicity but also because of gender, sexual preferences, age, disability and more. It's important for us all to share stories to raise awareness and to support others who may not be brave enough to stand up and speak out against it.
CeraVe SA lotion for Rough and bumpy skin (US) along with iHeart turmeric and clove natural soap . I also take cold showers and sometimes lukewarm .Has erased my KP Smooth my skin and make it soft.
I have KP on my legs since years and I didn't know until a week ago. (I'm north african) I just bought the CeraVe SA Smoothing Cream & Cleanser! I want to share my results so I'm going to update this comment in one or two months :) Edit: It's been almost 2 months now. I have to say that the products I used are amazing! I definetly see a difference. The bumbs are gone and the dark spots also almost faded. ^^ For anyone who wants to know: I used the products every second day or third day (mostly in the evening) :) + I moisturized my legs everyday. I think that's also a really important factor. Additionally I avoided wearing skinthight clothes.
@@NiaChii Thanks for sharing! I may actually give it a whirl now. Its a little pricey so now I know it will be worth it. Thanks. And I am so happy that you are getting positive results!!
@@funpolice5821 It's really worth it ^^ thank you! yes I'm also really happy and more confident now. People don't point out the kp on my legs anymore. What also helped besides the products is not to always wear tight things, you should also keep your skin moisturized :) Oh and don't use physical exfoliants because it could irritate your skin. my legs feel so smooth and soft now, almost like baby skin, I love it!
This is the BEST video I've seen on the condition, not to mention one of the few accurate ones. Thank you Dr. Adedeji-subscriber for life here. Thank you!
Thank for I discovered this channel. I am 26 years old and ever since I was a kid, I noticed my skin had a chicken like appearance it’s always rough and has a nasty texture to it. Honestly it depressed me. Now thanks to her video I know what it is and how to treat it
I just found your channel thank you SO MUCH I'm so happy to have someone who looks like me and reflects issues that I've had which I never knew there was even a name for! Thank you and keep doing what you're doing from one brown skin girl to another
I'm so glad you mentioned the 2 CeraVe SA products as I ordered mine a few days ago. I'm 37 & my KP has gotten worse as I've gotten older, it's pretty much from my shoulders to my ankles, except my chest & hands.
I study chemistry at school , and you confirm me that a want to pursue my study in this filed! So interested, Love u channel, plus you are a black docter on TH-cam I can identify myself ! You got a new subscriber ! Love from France ❤️
I suffer from KP around my arms and I remember a couple years back when I searched up how to treat it, every TH-cam video would say it’s protein/keratin build up. You made it sooo much more understandable, thank you for emphasizing that it’s the build up of dead skin and in those dead skin cells there are keratin (something like that). Very informational & thank you for the tips/advices. 😌💗
You are a gift! I am 50. Struggled with eczema since senior year of high school. My mom never really spoke of such things and I found out much later in life that she struggled with it as well as many family members. Long story short we didn’t have the money or knowledge to do more than cover up and only see the doc for major flare ups. No discussion about triggers, or products to avoid in between. I don’t have a college ring because I was too embarrassed to stick out my hand to try rings on in public. People would flinch or look at my hands , arms and neck with pity. I was well in my 40s with good insurance and a thought to start self care. I am doing well but wish I had black women who were dermatologist to really see and understand. A slew or white men up until my 40s. I am actually still struggling to find one here that isn’t booked out months in advance. I want to focus on my face. You thrilled my by mentioning the light patches in another video. Everyone focuses on hyperpigmentation. I have some of the opposite that I want to stop covering. Anyway, SO happy you are in this space. Will share with my family. Your skin is gorgeous!
New subscriber here. Thank you Dr. Simi for this, as a Black woman it’s a relief to find someone who cares about black skin. I’m 40 years old. It’s been almost 15 years since I’ve been struggling with KP and since the last time I was able to wear a skirt even a midi skirt because I’ve a severe case of KP all over my legs, thighs, buttocks and the back of my arms. I stop shaving my legs it’s been years. I’ve been using the cerave smooth line, the body wash and the cream for about 2 years now while it makes my skin really smooth the appearance remains the, the dark spots all over my body don’t lighten up not even a bit, could you please talk about products to help clear up the dark spots without affecting my melanin. Please, this is really affecting my self esteem. Thank you, I appreciate you. Btw you’re gorgeous.
Here after watching a black esthetician recommend exfoliating every day, AHA, and scrubbing for people struggling with KP. Thank you for explaining KP (without the shaming) and the product recommendations.
Thank so much for your videos Dr Simi. I wish you were in Atlanta. I’d be your number one patient. I’ve suffered from KP for so long. I’m 35, African American and have hidden my legs from the world since I was a teenager. I dream of wearing certain fashions that I’ve never had the opportunity to wear such as a dress or even shorts. I also had chicken pox when I was 7. I’ve always thought it was old scars until recently when I found out I suffered from Hyperpigmentation and KP. The dermatologist wasn’t as near as detailed as you’ve been but I’m still appreciative. I’m going to purchase the items tomorrow and keep you posted on the out come. I’m thankful and blessed to have legs but I’m so ashamed of how they looked. This bothered me heavily for so many years. My self esteem isn’t near to the level it should be because of my legs. I’m not complaining though I just wish I could wear a dress and not feel self conscious about my legs. Thanks for all you do😀
Hi. Thank you for you lovely comment and also for sharing your experience! KP is classed as a cosmetic condition but the level of distress it can cause is significant. You shouldn't be ashamed of how your legs look. KP is often more noticeable to you than to other people. You can minimise the appearance of KP and hyperpigmentation and chicken pox scars are treatable too. Please do keep me posted on how you get on. Here is one way in which you could combine the products in your skincare routine. Note: you do not have to use all the products. If you are going for one product only, start with a leave-on product such as the SA smoothing cream which will be more effective than the cleanser because it remains in contact with your skin for longer. *AM* -CeraVe SA Smoothing Cleanser OR Touch KP Exfoliating body wash (you can swap out either of the above for Necessaire: The Body Exfoliator 1-2 times a week if you wish to) -CeraVe SA Smoothing cream -Sunscreen *PM* -CeraVe resurfacing retinol serum OR Paula's choice 1% retinol treatment (starting 2-3 times a week and building up slowly) Hope this helps!!
Thank you so much Dr.Simi. I receive 3 or four of my produces today. I keep you posted and take pictures to keep up with my progress. You’re so awesome.
@Ugee C. I ordered them from Amazon Prime. The only thing I’m waiting on it the body cleanser. Everything else arrived. I started my fountains about 4 days ago. I’m excited.
@@uniqueglobalservices1343 Really? Did you get the Cerave SA Smoothing Cream or the Cerave SA Body Cream for Rough and Bumpy Skin? I'm asking because the latter is all I see.
Finally I have being able to put a name to my condition, I dont go swimming because of the location of the KP on my body. I would really like to know products I can get in nigeria.
I literally watched your video yesterday about KP and I am so happy I came onto TH-cam today and found this on my feed! Thank you thank you thank you so much 💌
*I’m SO DAMN EXCITED about the SA smoothing cleanser!* I’ve always seen it recommended for the face and not for the body! It was like a _eureka_ moment!! I think its going to be really helpful for the hyperpigmentation from eczema (and possibly kp - they look pretty similar on my skin) in general all over my body!! Thank you so much Doctor!! Honestly!!!😫😫
omg, I just found your channel and I love you!!!!! For so many years different dermatologists said to me that KP is my "beauty" and there's nothing they can do so I just gave up. But thanks to you I'm filled with hope again! Thank you!!!!!!!
this video is so helpful! i’ve always went to doctors but they either didn’t know what i had, or the recommendations didn’t work. i’ll definitely try these and see!! 🤩🤩
Hi Dr. thank you so so much for this video. It has helped so much since they're aren't many videos fro brown/black skin. I was soo tired of lemon and baking soda diys. pls pls pls I am so desperate, pls make a video on what products to use to lighten underarms and inner thighs. I would be so grateful to you.
wow, i have always been shy to show my legs because of this kp, i’m glad to have found this channel; almost all the topics are things that i want to know like wow. it’s like she read my mind in all her videos😱
Can you do a video explaining how to get rid of “strawberry legs”. The dark pores that aren’t bumpy but smooth on Black skin, particularly on tops of thighs and calves. Thank you! 😊
Hi, I love you. I just watched 3 videos of yours that I've been searching for this whole year (and even longer). I only wished I did see it earlier when I was searching for them, but I'm happy to see them now. Thank you for making all these wonderful videos!! They are so so so so helpful and informative!
This is the best KP video on TH-cam. I was just watching a video by the ADA and they provided the following KP tips. 1. Keep baths and showers short 5-10 minutes. 2. Use a mild, fragrance- free cleanser 3. Gently exfoliate (AHA, BHA, Retinoid, or Urea) skin once a week 4. Use thick moisturizer on your skin. Look for moisturizers that have urea or lactic acid in them. I personally alternate between lactic, urea, and retinoid body lotions.
@@anmolsingh9283 for me it has helped with the dry skin. But the trick is to layer moisturiser with an oil. I still have the kp. I'm looking into having laser.
I feel sad to hear the awful things that happen to you !!! Am speechless!! Don't know what to say to you that could give you some comfort!! But 1thing I can say !! You are STRONG& BEAUTIFUL!!! inside and out!! Judging from !!!you been through HELL!! But you didn't let that stop you from realising your dream !! And the most beautiful of them all ! is you become a DOCTOR!!! proving that the colour of a person skin DOSENT!!!define you !!! You are a God send !!! I hope in time !!! some people change the attitude towards! others!!! GOD BLESS!!
Thank youu soo much for this, I have been really insecure about my Keratosis Pilaris. I am wondering if you can give us the order of how to use the products. I would greatly appreciate it.
Couldn’t find the cera ve smoothing cream but ended up getting the cera ve HA serum and it helped my skin tremendously in only a few hours. Thank you! I hate these little white bumps!
Are all the products mentioned used in conjunction with each other? If not, what ones do you recommend that can be used in conjunction if at all? Thank you in advance!!
Thank you for the info. The only thing was your camera kept going in and out focus and it made it difficult to see the video. Good thing you have such amazing voice that kept watching it.
Great information, thank you I would like to know whether the Cerave with Retinol or Paula's Retinol product can be used on the face especially after using a Nicinamide?
Doctor, you have no idea how life saving this video was. My bottom and thighs literally feel like sand paper and I’m using only an AHA moisturizer which has made my skin better but not really the result I want. I am going to try a BHA this time.
another great video thank u! when using the cerave body cleanser and body washes in general do you recommend using body loofas/exfoliating gloves? even if you do it gently?
You're welcome! I usually don't recommend physical exfoliants in skin care especially for the face because of the risk of causing hyperpigmentation in darker skin tones. Exfoliating gloves/loofahs when used incorrectly or even correctly but on sensitive or darker skin types can also cause hyperpigmentation. Of course, not every person who uses a loofah will have this problem and many people with darker skin tones use loofahs and exfoliating gloves with no problem. I general prefer the gentler action of chemical exfoliants to "dissolve" the glue that holds the dead skin cells in place, without irritating the skin. If you are going to use an exfoliating brush or loofah, use it gently and stop using it if you start to notice it is causing hyperpigmentation.
I have been suffering for this for years currently on Salicylic acid treatment now... and the improvement is really slow... only last month that I was introduced to urea which was not in stock... thank you Dr Simi will try this products
Thank you thank you thank you!! I love finding ppl talking about body skincare especially for skin of color. I'm so glad I found your channel. I watched the other kp video and wanted to ask what are your favorite non-soap body cleansers? i assume these are different from the exfoliators
Bless you! I've been dealing with severe KP (arms, legs, and bum) for most of my life. I've been struggling to find the right products to use to treat it. I'm SO excited! (sad to give up my scalding hot showers, but it'll be worth it!)
Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge and wisdom. You are the answer to so many prayers, thank you for following your calling! If possible, I would love to learn from you in regards to Hidradenitis suppurativa. Thank you for all you do and your service!
My kp caused me to develop skin picking and it's far too late for me because I have permanent scars all over my body, I am ashamed to wear any short sleeves. I hope there's a permanent solution for ppl in the future 🙏 good luck everyone.
I went to the gp twice about it and they didn’t help in anyway and now I’ve picked at them and look horrible I wish I knew about all this there’s barely anything for it online 😭
THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!! I have been waiting for you and I love the pictures! I'm glad you brought up sensitivity as well because I have dry and sensitive skin and no one really brings up the 2 together. SUBSCRIBED Edit: also glad you told us how to use some products. I was wondering about that too
Hi Dr. Simi. Thank you for the wonderful explanation--it was very helpful. Unfortunately, these products are not available where I live. The closest product I have found which contains salicylic acid, and is available to me is the Innisfree Bija range. Do you have any opinions on that range?
I'm so sorry that you have experienced such negativity as a result of KP. 😠 One of the reasons why I make these video is to educate people. Anyone who tells you that you are dirty for having KP is not educated about KP- show them this video! 😁 Remember though, that products and treatments do not cure KP- but they can improve and reduce the appearance of it. ❤️
I use epilator, and I started using Cerave Sa smoothing cream after I read it's good for strawberry legs. Been using it after shower and before bed for a month now, and I've noticed my legs have become smoother and softer, but It didn't get rid of the red marks and those small black dots. I'll stop using it though once I'm out of it, the texture is too thick and it doesn't absorb well into the skin. Think I'll just start washing my legs with salicylic acid body wash or my regular Oliva bar soap, exfoliate with sugar scrub 1-2 weeks as usual and moisturize with Aveeno Skin Relief Moisturizing Lotion.
What are your thoughts on urea for kp? I used Eucerin (contains urea) along with salicylic/glycolic acid washes which seemed to work. Skin felt super smooth and once the eucerin finished i noticed a difference. Have to admit I have since stopped the regimen.
Hi Harman, Sure. There are different options but in general in the morning use an exfoliating cleanser and/or an exfoliating body cream (or lotion). Use suncreen. In the evening, use a retinoid. For example: *AM* -CeraVe SA Smoothing Cleanser OR Touch KP Exfoliating body wash (you can swap out either of the above for Necessaire: The Body Exfoliator 1-2 times a week if you wish to) -CeraVe SA Smoothing cream -Sunscreen *PM* CeraVe resurfacing retinol serum OR Paula's choice 1% retinol treatment (starting 2-3 times a week and building up slowly) Hope this helps!!
Hi Neliswa. These products help to lessen the appearance of KP. KP is a chronic skin condition which tends to run in families and there is no cure, although it often (but not always) clears up during adult life. I address this in my first video about KP. ☺️
Please does keratosis Pilaris cause itching after shower? Have had pruritus after shower almost all my adult life, and have dry skin with KP on my thighs and bums . Confused if they are related..
This is why black doctors are so important I have this but I’ve never heard of this until today
@@NadaII stfu
@@NadaII i get what you mean here sort of! I first learned about KP from a white doctor But Im black and dark skinned, so its really cool to find out what products work for my skin from a doctor thats my skintone! :D hope i made sense lol
I didn't realized I had it either until a few weeks ago. I thought it was freckles! And, I'm in my forties. Anyway, I always knew my skin and scalp were sensitive and couldn't use a lot of products but I just thought I had sensitive skin. SMDH
And what she does really well is explain what skin conditions look like on different skin colours
My son have that and that first time someone mentioned to us it was Caucasian and recommend that same thing this beautiful doctor is sayin SO color have nothing to do💕
Products in the USA
1) cerave SA smoothing cream (ulta/target)
2) cerave sa smoothing cleanser (can't find the exact thing in the US)
3) necessaire body exfoliator (sephora)
4) Touch KP exfoliating body wash (Google the name it will come up)
5)cerave resurfacing retinol serum (target/ulta/cvs)
I can't find 2 &5
@@SadiaAnikaHasan #2 seems to be in the uk/au and not in the usa. Not sure if it can be substitute for renewing cleanser (usa)... you can read the ingredients for both to see if they are the same. Maybe they change the name based on industry regulations.
Thanks a lot Nunana!! ♥️♥️
Re: no 2 The ingredients in the CeraVe SA smoothing cleanser (UK) and CeraVe SA body wash (US) are almost identical except for 2 ingredients. The US version also contains corn oil and cholecalciferol (vitamin D). You may use either for KP. :-)
@@DrSimiAdedeji thank you!
*Here it is: MY TOP 5 (well actually 6) products to treat KP.* Please watch the full video as I explain how to choose products that will work best for KP, the must have ingredient for all KP skincare routines and my top 5 recommended KP products. Also bare in mind these products are all drugstore or online products that you don't need a prescription for. (KP is a chronic condition and for severe or resistant cases you may require prescription medication). Thank you all for the views on my previous videos. I'm so pleased you found them educational. Let me know what products are you using and how you are getting on with them.
The ingredients in the *CeraVe SA smoothing cleanser (UK)* and *CeraVe SA body wash (US)* are almost identical except for 2 ingredients. The US version also contains corn oil and cholecalciferol (vitamin D). You may use either for KP. :-
*Any questions are welcome - as usual* 😊
Good afternoon Doc
Thank you for this information on Kp.
Can I use all 3 CeraVe products at the same time?
Hi, You're welcome. Yes you can especially if you are using them on skin other than your face because the skin is generally thicker. I would start with the cleanser and SA cream and then add in the retinol if you are not seeing enough results after about 4 weeks. i would also introduce the retinol gradually using it 2-3 times a week initially to start with. If you start to get irritation such as flaking of the skin, dryness or redness from using the retinol, (this is an acclimatisation period) I would cut down to once or twice a week and gradually build up from there. On the face, I would start with the cleanser in the morning and the retinol at night.
@@DrSimiAdedeji thank you so much for responding, I have already started with the sa cream a few days ago after watching your first video on Kp,I will try the other products and update you on my results.
@Cheyroll Excell Thats great! Can't wait to hear how you get on. Remember that patience is key, and consistency in use. Also it can take time to find the product(s) that work best for your skin which is why I give information about the *key ingredients* to look for and also why I suggest several products.
Thanks Dr. Simi, what do you think about Retinol from Ordinary?
After watching this, I started using the Cerave SA Smoothing Cream. It’s been a few weeks and I already see improvement, both in pigment and texture! Thank you so much!
wow thanks! i'm def getting one
Where to use? On face is safe?
@@Zk-bf1mg yea it is safe the cerave is safe but idk about the other products:)
Hi , it's been a while now since you are using this product. Can you share ur feedback so that it will b helpful for us
How do you use it? Because it does nothing for me ;(
Omg I love your channel, and I love that it specifically talks about people of colour as I find most videos covering these topics do not ❤️
what does the products looks like
Salicylic acid, lactic acid, retinoids, hylauronic acid, niacinamide
Finally an expert who can address skin concerns for someone who looks like me :-) I am going to be all over this channel... now to find similar products in South Africa
The struggle is so damn real!
Have you found anything similar in SA?
@@user-vz1cf5hd2z not yet 😔 do you have suggestions?
I went to my dermatologist a few years ago and he told me that there was nothing I could do...I’m so glad that a found your channel!
I've been using the CeraVe SA cream after showering on damp skin for a few weeks and I've definitely noticed improvements. Wasn't sure I could use it morning and night, so thank you.
Where u get it from Target,Walmart etc..let me kno please
Did it take a while for you to work? I've used a couple of weeks but I don't see much difference.
@@jahwukwonders673 I bought the first tub at Target but since then I've gotten it from CVS or Ulta.
@@quiCksilvieZzz I use it after every single shower and I noticed improvements after about a month.
Did it also made hyperpigmentation appear better??
Literally wore long sleeved shirts under short sleeved shirts my entire adolescence because of KP. I’m only just barely starting to get a handle on it. Thank you for posting this!
Dr Simi Adedeji is my girl crush. Watching all of her videos, hoping to soak in all of her wisdom. So amazing on point and clear with her explanations!!!!
Thank you for such a lovely comment. Really pleased that you are enjoying my content and finding it valuable.
@@DrSimiAdedeji I'm not only enjoying your content, I'm learning a lot!!! And I find it extremely important that there are also videos where you talk about racism and how it affects you in your position. Hard to watch since I'm immigrant myself but I'm also white as a ghost so I'm experiencing racism on a completely different level and don't have to deal with a fuckery you experience on a daily basis. Stay strong and awesome
@@wassermelonification Thank you for your support! I'm so sorry to hear that you are also experiencing racism. It's terrible that even in this day and age, so many people continue to be discriminated against, not just because of race , colour ethnicity but also because of gender, sexual preferences, age, disability and more. It's important for us all to share stories to raise awareness and to support others who may not be brave enough to stand up and speak out against it.
Same here. She looks stunning. The way she speaks and how she explain her thing is absolute perfection.
CeraVe SA lotion for Rough and bumpy skin (US) along with iHeart turmeric and clove natural soap . I also take cold showers and sometimes lukewarm .Has erased my KP Smooth my skin and make it soft.
How do you use the turmeric?
What is your skin tone?
I have KP on my legs since years and I didn't know until a week ago. (I'm north african)
I just bought the CeraVe SA Smoothing Cream & Cleanser!
I want to share my results so I'm going to update this comment in one or two months :)
Edit: It's been almost 2 months now. I have to say that the products I used are amazing! I definetly see a difference. The bumbs are gone and the dark spots also almost faded. ^^ For anyone who wants to know: I used the products every second day or third day (mostly in the evening) :)
+ I moisturized my legs everyday. I think that's also a really important factor. Additionally I avoided wearing skinthight clothes.
Hey. Are you having good results?
@@funpolice5821 yes! definetly, my kp on my legs is almost gone, even my mother and my sister see the improvement ! And my legs feel really soft :)
@@NiaChii Thanks for sharing! I may actually give it a whirl now. Its a little pricey so now I know it will be worth it. Thanks. And I am so happy that you are getting positive results!!
@@funpolice5821 It's really worth it ^^ thank you! yes I'm also really happy and more confident now. People don't point out the kp on my legs anymore.
What also helped besides the products is not to always wear tight things, you should also keep your skin moisturized :) Oh and don't use physical exfoliants because it could irritate your skin.
my legs feel so smooth and soft now, almost like baby skin, I love it!
@soniasunshine Congrats on your results! Question - did you use all the products recommend or just a few?
Whenever I start your video I watch it till end without skipping. You never lead people to boredom
Thank you ❤️
This woman is so beautiful 😍 and I could listen to her talk ALL DAY
This is the BEST video I've seen on the condition, not to mention one of the few accurate ones. Thank you Dr. Adedeji-subscriber for life here. Thank you!
Thank for I discovered this channel. I am 26 years old and ever since I was a kid, I noticed my skin had a chicken like appearance it’s always rough and has a nasty texture to it. Honestly it depressed me. Now thanks to her video I know what it is and how to treat it
I just found your channel thank you SO MUCH I'm so happy to have someone who looks like me and reflects issues that I've had which I never knew there was even a name for! Thank you and keep doing what you're doing from one brown skin girl to another
Thank you ❤
I just found her too...i have had this condition for years without knowing exactly what it was,,,,thank you soo much Doc,be blessed.
@Helen _ Patrick can i please ask you if you are dark skin woman i really need to have this treatment where does this doctor live
@Helen _ Patrick so glad for your reply 😘 so how is your skin condition now
I'm so glad you mentioned the 2 CeraVe SA products as I ordered mine a few days ago. I'm 37 & my KP has gotten worse as I've gotten older, it's pretty much from my shoulders to my ankles, except my chest & hands.
Same! I was always told it would go away on it's own when I was older but it is definitely worse! I'm 36
Hello Angie, how is your skin now
Did it help please
I study chemistry at school , and you confirm me that a want to pursue my study in this filed! So interested, Love u channel, plus you are a black docter on TH-cam I can identify myself ! You got a new subscriber ! Love from France ❤️
I suffer from KP around my arms and I remember a couple years back when I searched up how to treat it, every TH-cam video would say it’s protein/keratin build up. You made it sooo much more understandable, thank you for emphasizing that it’s the build up of dead skin and in those dead skin cells there are keratin (something like that). Very informational & thank you for the tips/advices. 😌💗
You are a gift! I am 50. Struggled with eczema since senior year of high school. My mom never really spoke of such things and I found out much later in life that she struggled with it as well as many family members. Long story short we didn’t have the money or knowledge to do more than cover up and only see the doc for major flare ups. No discussion about triggers, or products to avoid in between. I don’t have a college ring because I was too embarrassed to stick out my hand to try rings on in public. People would flinch or look at my hands , arms and neck with pity. I was well in my 40s with good insurance and a thought to start self care. I am doing well but wish I had black women who were dermatologist to really see and understand. A slew or white men up until my 40s. I am actually still struggling to find one here that isn’t booked out months in advance. I want to focus on my face. You thrilled my by mentioning the light patches in another video. Everyone focuses on hyperpigmentation. I have some of the opposite that I want to stop covering. Anyway, SO happy you are in this space. Will share with my family. Your skin is gorgeous!
Can you please talk about the inner thighs (bump as well as hyperpigmentation ) especially for sensitive skin and heavy people after pregnancy
Omg yes, I am incredibly insecure about hyperpigmentation in between my thighs. And I've tried everything.
I have it in my inner tights
Weight has nothing to with it. I am in recovery from anorexia, when I was at 79.3 pounds (keep in mind I'm 5 foot 4) i still had hyper pigmentation.
New subscriber here. Thank you Dr. Simi for this, as a Black woman it’s a relief to find someone who cares about black skin. I’m 40 years old. It’s been almost 15 years since I’ve been struggling with KP and since the last time I was able to wear a skirt even a midi skirt because I’ve a severe case of KP all over my legs, thighs, buttocks and the back of my arms. I stop shaving my legs it’s been years. I’ve been using the cerave smooth line, the body wash and the cream for about 2 years now while it makes my skin really smooth the appearance remains the, the dark spots all over my body don’t lighten up not even a bit, could you please talk about products to help clear up the dark spots without affecting my melanin. Please, this is really affecting my self esteem. Thank you, I appreciate you. Btw you’re gorgeous.
Here after watching a black esthetician recommend exfoliating every day, AHA, and scrubbing for people struggling with KP. Thank you for explaining KP (without the shaming) and the product recommendations.
Thank so much for your videos Dr Simi. I wish you were in Atlanta. I’d be your number one patient. I’ve suffered from KP for so long. I’m 35, African American and have hidden my legs from the world since I was a teenager. I dream of wearing certain fashions that I’ve never had the opportunity to wear such as a dress or even shorts. I also had chicken pox when I was 7. I’ve always thought it was old scars until recently when I found out I suffered from Hyperpigmentation and KP. The dermatologist wasn’t as near as detailed as you’ve been but I’m still appreciative. I’m going to purchase the items tomorrow and keep you posted on the out come. I’m thankful and blessed to have legs but I’m so ashamed of how they looked. This bothered me heavily for so many years. My self esteem isn’t near to the level it should be because of my legs. I’m not complaining though I just wish I could wear a dress and not feel self conscious about my legs. Thanks for all you do😀
Hi. Thank you for you lovely comment and also for sharing your experience! KP is classed as a cosmetic condition but the level of distress it can cause is significant. You shouldn't be ashamed of how your legs look. KP is often more noticeable to you than to other people. You can minimise the appearance of KP and hyperpigmentation and chicken pox scars are treatable too. Please do keep me posted on how you get on.
Here is one way in which you could combine the products in your skincare routine. Note: you do not have to use all the products. If you are going for one product only, start with a leave-on product such as the SA smoothing cream which will be more effective than the cleanser because it remains in contact with your skin for longer.
*AM*
-CeraVe SA Smoothing Cleanser OR Touch KP Exfoliating body wash
(you can swap out either of the above for Necessaire: The Body Exfoliator 1-2 times a week if you wish to)
-CeraVe SA Smoothing cream
-Sunscreen
*PM*
-CeraVe resurfacing retinol serum OR Paula's choice 1% retinol treatment
(starting 2-3 times a week and building up slowly)
Hope this helps!!
Thank you so much Dr.Simi. I receive 3 or four of my produces today. I keep you posted and take pictures to keep up with my progress. You’re so awesome.
@@uniqueglobalservices1343 Hi, where did you order your products from? I can't seem to find the exact products anywhere.
@Ugee C. I ordered them from Amazon Prime. The only thing I’m waiting on it the body cleanser. Everything else arrived. I started my fountains about 4 days ago. I’m excited.
@@uniqueglobalservices1343 Really? Did you get the Cerave SA Smoothing Cream or the Cerave SA Body Cream for Rough and Bumpy Skin? I'm asking because the latter is all I see.
Finally I have being able to put a name to my condition, I dont go swimming because of the location of the KP on my body. I would really like to know products I can get in nigeria.
You can buy on Jumia
@@QueenOfTheCoast thank you
Same. Never knew it actually had a name. I always referred to it as butt rash.
I also dont go swimming or wear anything that will expose my butt. I'm in Ghana and I hope I get the rest of the products
I literally watched your video yesterday about KP and I am so happy I came onto TH-cam today and found this on my feed! Thank you thank you thank you so much 💌
You're welcome! 😊🤓
*I’m SO DAMN EXCITED about the SA smoothing cleanser!* I’ve always seen it recommended for the face and not for the body! It was like a _eureka_ moment!! I think its going to be really helpful for the hyperpigmentation from eczema (and possibly kp - they look pretty similar on my skin) in general all over my body!!
Thank you so much Doctor!! Honestly!!!😫😫
I have been trying to understand what is happening with my legs and arms for years😭and finally i got you..i suffered for years highschool to college
omg, I just found your channel and I love you!!!!! For so many years different dermatologists said to me that KP is my "beauty" and there's nothing they can do so I just gave up.
But thanks to you I'm filled with hope again! Thank you!!!!!!!
You're welcome. I'm glad you found my video to be valuable. X
I finally understand what KP is! Thanks so much for the clear teaching and advice.
this video is so helpful! i’ve always went to doctors but they either didn’t know what i had, or the recommendations didn’t work. i’ll definitely try these and see!! 🤩🤩
Dr . Can you please do a video on stretch marks ,I mean your suggestion on how to clear them
So thrilled I came across your page! This was incredibly informative and your energy is a breath of fresh air!
Hi Kimalee, thank you for such a lovely comment! I hope you continue to enjoy my content.
@@DrSimiAdedeji is this product useful?
www.amazon.in/gp/aw/d/B08NVV89LQ/ref=ox_sc_act_image_1?smid=A1IBEZUH8S7FLC&psc=1
Hi Dr. thank you so so much for this video. It has helped so much since they're aren't many videos fro brown/black skin. I was soo tired of lemon and baking soda diys. pls pls pls I am so desperate, pls make a video on what products to use to lighten underarms and inner thighs. I would be so grateful to you.
It's a symptoms of insulin resistance, quitting refined carbs has helped me.
you killed me😭🤣. i loved "soo tired of lemon and baking soda diyss"😭😭 girlll you're so trueeee
wow, i have always been shy to show my legs because of this kp, i’m glad to have found this channel; almost all the topics are things that i want to know like wow. it’s like she read my mind in all her videos😱
Can you do a video explaining how to get rid of “strawberry legs”. The dark pores that aren’t bumpy but smooth on Black skin, particularly on tops of thighs and calves. Thank you! 😊
Stop shaving 😉
Hey! I have often heard Strawberry legs as just another term used for KP. I think all her recommendations should apply :)
@@johnnycake2057 Haven’t shaved my upper thighs since I was 13.... I’m 40
That's what she is talking about. Strawberry legs is just another form of KP. Everything she just recommended is for Strawberry legs as well.
@@claialva OOOOOH Okay!! Thank you so much!!
I think it’s genetic I had it as a child and all my kids have it. Started using Amlactin it’s a little pricey but it works
Me too
Hi, I love you. I just watched 3 videos of yours that I've been searching for this whole year (and even longer). I only wished I did see it earlier when I was searching for them, but I'm happy to see them now. Thank you for making all these wonderful videos!! They are so so so so helpful and informative!
This is the best KP video on TH-cam. I was just watching a video by the ADA and they provided the following KP tips.
1. Keep baths and showers short
5-10 minutes.
2. Use a mild, fragrance- free
cleanser
3. Gently exfoliate (AHA, BHA,
Retinoid, or Urea) skin once a
week
4. Use thick moisturizer on your
skin. Look for moisturizers that
have urea or lactic acid in them.
I personally alternate between lactic, urea, and retinoid body lotions.
Which lotions do you use?
@@unapologeticallypeculiar amlactin, cetaphil rough and bumpy skin, and tretinoin
I usually skip through videos but yours are very easy to watch! Great content. Thanks for all the help!
So happy I found this video and the other video, my dermatologist failed to educate me and speak about how to treat my colored skin.
A list of the products in the description would be great. Thank you for the information.
I use the touch KP exfoliating wash paired with the CeraVe SA rough & bumpy cream! I’ve noticed great results ❤️
So pleased to hear this! Thanks for sharing!!
I've searched far and wide for this doctor.... Lord knows I couldn't afford to pay the real ones for this helpful advice lol
I use the Cerave SA cleanser and cream on my face and they have worked wonders. Will try on my legs where I get very dry skin and KP 👌🏾
Did it work?
@@anmolsingh9283 for me it has helped with the dry skin. But the trick is to layer moisturiser with an oil. I still have the kp. I'm looking into having laser.
I feel sad to hear the awful things that happen to you !!! Am speechless!! Don't know what to say to you that could give you some comfort!! But 1thing I can say !! You are STRONG& BEAUTIFUL!!! inside and out!! Judging from !!!you been through HELL!! But you didn't let that stop you from realising your dream !! And the most beautiful of them all ! is you become a DOCTOR!!! proving that the colour of a person skin DOSENT!!!define you !!! You are a God send !!! I hope in time !!! some people change the attitude towards! others!!! GOD BLESS!!
Thank
youu soo much for this, I have been really insecure about my Keratosis Pilaris. I am wondering if you can give us the order of how to use the products. I would greatly appreciate it.
Definitely my number 1 authority on all things kp! Thanks doc!
My pleasure! I'm glad you find my content valuable!
Thank you for this! My Amazon cart is full and I just hit the order button 🛁
Did it help ?
She beautiful. And helpful. Thank God you're saving my skin
Hi Doctor, what sunscreen would you recommend to use on top of the SA cream during the day that won’t clog up pores?
It's really lovely that you always consider hyperpigmentation cures besides your advice
You have such a beautiful voice! I can listen to you all day🤗
Couldn’t find the cera ve smoothing cream but ended up getting the cera ve HA serum and it helped my skin tremendously in only a few hours. Thank you! I hate these little white bumps!
Can you please tell me in what order to apply ?! Because I don’t want to mess up my skin even more please! And love your videos ❤️
Bless you 10M times for making this video!!!! 🙏🙏🙏
Are all the products mentioned used in conjunction with each other? If not, what ones do you recommend that can be used in conjunction if at all? Thank you in advance!!
Thank you for the info. The only thing was your camera kept going in and out focus and it made it difficult to see the video. Good thing you have such amazing voice that kept watching it.
Very informative. Can you talk about milia on the face and how to safely get rid of them without cutting them out.
Thank you and thank you for your video suggestion.
That eye shadow though 😍😍😍
This is such a great educational video. I'm so had I clicked to watch. I’ve learned a ton. The explanations were brief, simple and palatable.
Great information, thank you
I would like to know whether the Cerave with Retinol or Paula's Retinol product can be used on the face especially after using a Nicinamide?
Doctor, you have no idea how life saving this video was. My bottom and thighs literally feel like sand paper and I’m using only an AHA moisturizer which has made my skin better but not really the result I want. I am going to try a BHA this time.
From where do you get it though
another great video thank u! when using the cerave body cleanser and body washes in general do you recommend using body loofas/exfoliating gloves? even if you do it gently?
You're welcome! I usually don't recommend physical exfoliants in skin care especially for the face because of the risk of causing hyperpigmentation in darker skin tones. Exfoliating gloves/loofahs when used incorrectly or even correctly but on sensitive or darker skin types can also cause hyperpigmentation. Of course, not every person who uses a loofah will have this problem and many people with darker skin tones use loofahs and exfoliating gloves with no problem. I general prefer the gentler action of chemical exfoliants to "dissolve" the glue that holds the dead skin cells in place, without irritating the skin. If you are going to use an exfoliating brush or loofah, use it gently and stop using it if you start to notice it is causing hyperpigmentation.
Thanks DC god bless you talk about stretch marks it's really killing me I will be happy to get help from u
Beautiful video, this came up in my recommendation, thanks doctor.
Hi I’m light to medium skin.
Can I still use this products?
Thank you this is the best videos I’ve seen about KP
A very informative and effective vid, thank you som much!
Thank you! Really pleased that you found it valuable and educational!
I have just discovered you and have been binge watching your videos. Thanks so much. You're so beautiful as well!!!
Hi. Welcome to our community! Thank you for your support!Love that you are binge watching my videos! Hope you find them helpful!
Thank you so much for all of this! So informative! Sending hugs and love from Philippines! 🇵🇭❤️
I have been suffering for this for years currently on Salicylic acid treatment now... and the improvement is really slow... only last month that I was introduced to urea which was not in stock... thank you Dr Simi will try this products
I have KP and this really help to understand everything thank you so much❤️
OMG I love you. I have dealing with this all my life. You're amazing. Thank you for all your videos.
Thank you thank you thank you!! I love finding ppl talking about body skincare especially for skin of color. I'm so glad I found your channel. I watched the other kp video and wanted to ask what are your favorite non-soap body cleansers? i assume these are different from the exfoliators
Bless you! I've been dealing with severe KP (arms, legs, and bum) for most of my life. I've been struggling to find the right products to use to treat it. I'm SO excited!
(sad to give up my scalding hot showers, but it'll be worth it!)
Can you give an update/review, please?
how about the home remedy for the poor people have kp and dont have money to buy those things? thanks in advance😊
Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge and wisdom. You are the answer to so many prayers, thank you for following your calling!
If possible, I would love to learn from you in regards to Hidradenitis suppurativa.
Thank you for all you do and your service!
My kp caused me to develop skin picking and it's far too late for me because I have permanent scars all over my body, I am ashamed to wear any short sleeves. I hope there's a permanent solution for ppl in the future 🙏 good luck everyone.
Oh my I understand you soo much! It’s the same with me, I just can’t stop picking at them, KP looks bad enough and then I make it even worse 😞
I went to the gp twice about it and they didn’t help in anyway and now I’ve picked at them and look horrible I wish I knew about all this there’s barely anything for it online 😭
Hello thank you for this great video ! How long it take to see result ?
I didn't even know it was a condition thank you
Me too🙄
I’m so thankful for your videos. 🙌🏽💕 If I lived in the UK, I would definitely want you to be my PCP.
THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!! I have been waiting for you and I love the pictures! I'm glad you brought up sensitivity as well because I have dry and sensitive skin and no one really brings up the 2 together. SUBSCRIBED
Edit: also glad you told us how to use some products. I was wondering about that too
Thanks Dr for this informative video, could you do a video on sunscreen products especially for sensitive skin. Many thanks
I needed this I have hyperpigmentation rosacea and KP
You have saved my skin, knowledge is power, thank you.
You're welcome! I completely agree with you. Knowledge IS power!
How about the armpit area? How do treat it
Thank you sooooo much for your medical professional advice. This is life changing!
Hi Dr. Simi. Thank you for the wonderful explanation--it was very helpful. Unfortunately, these products are not available where I live. The closest product I have found which contains salicylic acid, and is available to me is the Innisfree Bija range. Do you have any opinions on that range?
Q, were is the best place to buy these products please.
Great video very very helpful x
I been told im dirty cuz i have this 🙄😒 thanks for explaining what this is and what i need to get to cure it. Im buying all these products 😁
I'm so sorry that you have experienced such negativity as a result of KP. 😠 One of the reasons why I make these video is to educate people. Anyone who tells you that you are dirty for having KP is not educated about KP- show them this video! 😁 Remember though, that products and treatments do not cure KP- but they can improve and reduce the appearance of it. ❤️
I use epilator, and I started using Cerave Sa smoothing cream after I read it's good for strawberry legs. Been using it after shower and before bed for a month now, and I've noticed my legs have become smoother and softer, but It didn't get rid of the red marks and those small black dots. I'll stop using it though once I'm out of it, the texture is too thick and it doesn't absorb well into the skin. Think I'll just start washing my legs with salicylic acid body wash or my regular Oliva bar soap, exfoliate with sugar scrub 1-2 weeks as usual and moisturize with Aveeno Skin Relief Moisturizing Lotion.
What are your thoughts on urea for kp? I used Eucerin (contains urea) along with salicylic/glycolic acid washes which seemed to work. Skin felt super smooth and once the eucerin finished i noticed a difference. Have to admit I have since stopped the regimen.
I’m using this now. My skin feels smoother. I’ll wait until the products are finished before I declare it a success.
Great video. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge.
Thank you. Glad it was helpful!☺️
Hi, can you please tell me that how to use these proucts such as which product i have to use first or so on ?
Hi Harman, Sure.
There are different options but in general in the morning use an exfoliating cleanser and/or an exfoliating body cream (or lotion). Use suncreen. In the evening, use a retinoid.
For example:
*AM*
-CeraVe SA Smoothing Cleanser OR Touch KP Exfoliating body wash
(you can swap out either of the above for Necessaire: The Body Exfoliator 1-2 times a week if you wish to)
-CeraVe SA Smoothing cream
-Sunscreen
*PM*
CeraVe resurfacing retinol serum OR Paula's choice 1% retinol treatment
(starting 2-3 times a week and building up slowly)
Hope this helps!!
Dr Simi Adedeji thank you for the info!
@@DrSimiAdedeji is it okay to use the CeraVe smoothing cleanser and the body wash in the evening instead of the morning?
I really enjoyed this video. Can you tell me in what order to use these products. And how often. Thanks
Question: Will these products remove the bumps completely or they will lessen them?
Hi Neliswa. These products help to lessen the appearance of KP. KP is a chronic skin condition which tends to run in families and there is no cure, although it often (but not always) clears up during adult life. I address this in my first video about KP. ☺️
Very informative. Thanks so much for sharing this video -- the information you provided is helpful. You are beautiful inside and out. Blessings!
Please does keratosis Pilaris cause itching after shower?
Have had pruritus after shower almost all my adult life, and have dry skin with KP on my thighs and bums . Confused if they are related..