In this post, we will be talking about the best exfoliators for Keratosis Pilaris.

We choose these products based on how commonly it was used, recommended, and tested by people with Keratosis Pilaris. We have products for both the face and body.

Some things to keep in mind when using exfoliators for Keratosis Pilaris:

• Do not over-exfoliate (1-2 times a week is enough).

• If exfoliators don’t suit your skin, then go for exfoliating creams like amlactin, gold bond, etc.

This is a highly recommended product for Keratosis Pilaris as It contains 7% of glycolic acid and is not only safe to use on the body but also the face.

Pros:

• It helps with uneven skin tone, textural irregularities, and dullness.

• It is water-based and has a pH of 3.6.

• It is cheap and affordable.

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Aqua, Glycolic Acid, Rosa Damascena Flower Water, Citric Acid, Polysorbate 20, Gellan Gum, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Sodium Chloride, Glutamic Acid, Arginine, Pca, Sodium Pca, Sodium Lactate, Fructose, Glucose, Sucrose, Urea, Hexyl Nicotinate, Dextrin, Centaurea Cyanus Flower Water, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Water, Propanediol, Glycerin, Triethanolamine, Aminomethyl Propanol, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Tasmannia Lanceolata Fruit/Leaf Extract, Aspartic Acid, Alanine, Glycine, Serine, Valine, Isoleucine, Proline, Threonine, Histidine, Phenylalanine, Hexylene Glycol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol.

Retinol, tretinoin, and isotretinoin (Accutane) are some retinoids that can help exfoliate the skin, treat acne, and prevent pigmentation. associated with Keratosis Pilaris.

You can get them in various strengths and can be used on the face and body.

The Pixi Glow Tonic is enriched with 5% glycolic acid that gently wipes away impurities from your pores, while Aloe Vera hydrates your skin. Infused with red Ginseng, it helps to brighten your skin.

Pros:

• It can be used on the face and body.

• It soothes and moisturizes your skin.

• It is alcohol-free and paraben-free.

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Water, Glycolic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Witch Hazel Water, Horse Chestnut Seed Extract, Hexylene Glycol, Fructose, Glucose, Sucrose, Urea, Dextrin, Alanine, Glutamic Acid, Aspartic Acid, Hexyl Nicotinate, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium EDTA, Biotin, Panthenol, PPG-26-Buteth-26, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum/Fragrance, Caramel, Benzyl Benzoate, Citral, Citronellol, Coumarin, Geraniol, Hexyl Cinnamal, Hydroxycitronellal, Limonene, Linalool, CI 14700 (Red 4).

This exfoliator uses glycolic acid (4%) and lactic acid (4%) to exfoliate dead flaky skin, revealing a smoother and brighter complexion. It also contains centella asiatica and hyaluronic acid that soothe and moisturize the skin.

It is safe to use on the face and body.

Pros:

• It is safe for dry and sensitive skin.

• It helps to unclog pores and brighten dull skin.

• It is dermatologically tested to be low-irritant.

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Water, Lactic Acid, Glycolic Acid, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Potassium Hydroxide, Licorice Root Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Matricaria Flower Extract, Rosemary Leaf Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Lavender Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder, Sodium Hyaluronate, Glyceryl Caprylate, Asiaticoside, Dextrin, Panthenol, Madecassoside, Allantoin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Glycereth-25 PCA Isostearate, Hydroxyethylcellulose.

This is another Ordinary product you can use for Keratosis Pilaris.

Pros:

• It contains lactic acid 10% along with hyaluronic acid and purified Tasmanian pepper berry extract that helps to exfoliate and moisturize the skin.

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Water, Lactic Acid, Glycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Propanediol, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Tasmannia Lanceolata Fruit/Leaf Extract, Acacia Senegal Gum, Xanthan Gum, Isoceteth-20, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Ethylhexylglycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol.

This is an exfoliator you can use once a week for Keratosis Pilaris because it is potent and can irritate the skin if used too much.

Pros:

• It contains 30% AHA (glycolic acid, lactic acid, tartaric acid, citric acid) + 2% BHA (salicylic acid) along with a derivative of Tasmanian pepper berry (reduces irritation), hyaluronic acid (for comfort), pro-vitamin B5 (for hydration), and black carrot (for protection).

• It will help even skin texture, clear pore congestion, and improve pigmentation that Keratosis Pilaris caused.

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Glycolic Acid, Water, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Water, Sodium Hydroxide, Daucus Carota Sativa Extract, Propanediol, Cocamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Salicylic Acid, Lactic Acid, Tartaric Acid, Citric Acid, Panthenol, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Tasmannia Lanceolata Fruit/Leaf Extract, Glycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Xanthan Gum, Polysorbate 20, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Ethylhexylglycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol.

This is a hydrating and resurfacing serum you can use on the body that instantly softens rough skin and eliminates bumps.

Pros:

• It exfoliates the skin and improves texture + tone with 10% lactic acid (AHA) and 2% salicylic acid (BHA).

• It also boosts skin moisture with the help of shea butter and honey.

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Water/Aqua/Eau, Isopentyldiol, Lactic Acid, Shea Butter, C13-15 Alkane, Glycerin, Propanediol, Potassium Hydroxide, Isoamyl Laurate, Salicylic Acid, 1,2-Hexanediol, Arachidyl Alcohol, Sodium Acrylates Copolymer, Honey Extract, Propolis Extract, Royal Jelly Extract, Tocopherol, Bisabolol, Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract, Turmeric Root Extract, Lauroyl Lysine, Arachidyl Glucoside, Cellulose Gum, Lecithin, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-1, Flavor/Aroma, Ormenis Multicaulis Oil, Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Inulin, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Behenyl Alcohol, Cellulose, Fructose, Glucose, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Basil Flower/Leaf Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Cetearyl Alcohol, Xanthan Gum, Maltodextrin, Limonene.

This is another popular exfoliator people recommend for Keratosis Pilaris.

Pros:

• It is suitable for dry and sensitive skin.

• It contains 6% of glycolic acid and lactic acid that helps to promote firmer skin and an even skin tone.

• This is effective for smoothing the appearance of rough, bumpy, crepey skin. It even reduces uneven tone and texture, dark spots, and discoloration. It also helps with body acne, stretch marks, cellulite, razor bumps, mild eczema, ingrown hairs, and other skin issues.

• It is unscented, fragrance-free, and 100% free drying alcohol, fillers, fragrance, colorants, lanolin, mineral oil, parabens, petrolatum, phthalates, propylene glycol, sulfates, talc, formaldehyde, oxybenzone, coal tar, triclocarban, ethanol.

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

We couldn’t find much information on it.

These are some exfoliating mitts you can use in the shower to remove fewer bumps, ingrown hairs, and dead skin cells.

Make sure not to over-exfoliate when using this product.

This is a leave-on body exfoliant with 2% salicylic acid. It is gentle and safe to use for Keratosis Pilaris and can be used on the body.

Pros:

• It contains 2% salicylic acid along with antioxidants that exfoliate and safeguard the skin.

• It is ideal for hard, clogged pores on the arms and legs.

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Salicylic Acid, Chamomile, Green Tea, and Vitamin E.

• For the face and body:
  • Cosrx AHA Whitehead Power Liquid (7% glycolic acid and apple fruit water +glycol)
  • Cosrx BHA Blackhead Power Liquid (willow bark water + 4% betaine salicylate)
  • Mizon AHA 8% Peeling Serum (8% glycolic acid)
  • ISNTREE – Chestnut BHA 2% Clear Liquid

• For the body:
  • Exfoliating Towels and Cloths
  • Dr. Foot 40% Urea Gel

For the face and body, The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Toning Solution, Retinoids, The Ordinary – Lactic Acid 10% + HA Serum (might be too strong for the face), ISNTREE – Chestnut 8% AHA Clear Skin Essence, and Pixi Glow Tonic can work.

For the body, if you need a stronger product and want to exfoliate once a week, then we recommend The Ordinary – AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling Solution.

Other products we recommend are Farmacy Beauty – 12% AHA/BHA Resurfacing Serum and Planty Exfoliating Body Scrub.

You can use the Seraphic Skincare Korean Exfoliating Mitts if you have really dry and sensitive skin.