Many people are familiar with such a defect as "goosebumps". In dermatology, this disease is called follicular keratosis or hyperkeratosis, which is characterized by excessive thickening of the epidermis in the area of the hair follicles and a violation of the rejection of corneal cells. Naturally, most women during the beach season are interested in how to get rid of goosebumps on their feet, because this pathology does not allow you to feel comfortable and attractive in a light short dress, shorts or bathing suit.
How to properly remove goosefoot on the legs, using pharmacy medications?
Despite the fact that the exact causes of follicular hyperkeratosis could not be clarified, sometimes this disease develops against the background of endocrine, hormonal, immune, digestive disorders, and also avitaminosis. To determine the provoking factor in each specific case, it is necessary to visit a dermatologist and hand over the appropriate tests.
For the treatment of keratosis or "goosebumps" on the legs are prescribed such drugs:
- a complex of vitamins with prevalence of A, E and C;
- retinoids (topically and inwardly);
- ointments, creams and gels with corticosteroid hormones (Akriderm SK);
- lotions based on salicylic acid (Belosalik).
If any chronic internal disease is found, first therapy is performed.
How to effectively deal with the extensive goose-skin on your feet with the help of salon procedures?
To significantly reduce the severity of this form of hyperkeratosis, a complex of 3 measures is recommended:
- scrubbing;
- peeling;
- wrapping.
In case of a defect on the legs, cosmetologists advise salt scrubs. They immediately soften the skin, clean it and make it smoother.
For peeling, you must choose one of the strong acids:
- glycolic;
- lemon;
- salicylic;
- dairy;
- wine-stone;
- apple.
Also, a good effect is provided by hardware ultrasound peeling.
After careful exfoliation of the upper layers of the epidermis, the skin needs deep nutrition and moisturizing. With this task, the wraps with the seaweed extract are excellent. The basis of such cosmetic compositions is rich not only with the necessary vitamins, but also with a whole complex of microelements.
The listed means of qualitative disposal of "goosebumps" on the legs should be performed regularly - at least 2-3 times in 7 days. A course of at least 10 procedures will be required so that the symptoms of keratosis practically disappear.
How to treat hyperkeratosis or "goose bumps" on your legs yourself?
Given that the described problem is a chronic disease that can not be cured forever, the skin needs constant home care.
In principle, all salon procedures can be done independently, making cosmetic products from natural ingredients.
Here's what to do if there is "goosebumps" on the legs:
- Daily during washing under a shower to steam out the amazed sites.
- Rub zones with keratosis with a stiff washcloth, brush or use a scrub.
- Deeply and thoroughly moisturize damaged skin with wraps, creams, milk or body oil.
- About 3 times a week to do the peeling, using funds with AHA- or BHA-acids.
The simplest, but effective scrub from goosebumps on the legs is soda. Just add a tablespoon of the product to a standard portion of the shower gel and wash yourself.
Scrub of sea salt is also recommended. Depending on the sensitivity of the skin, you need to take a large or small. To improve the quality of this scrub, you can add to it a little almond or grape oil (1 tablespoon per 100 grams of salt), 2-3 drops of orange, lemon.
As for preparations for peeling, wrapping, moisturizing and nutritious cosmetic products, they are recommended to be purchased at a pharmacy or salon. At home, it is difficult to make a multicomponent effective agent with several kinds of acids.