I had keratosis pilaris for about 20 years and it finally improved when I started taking a cod liver supplement. I think it's the combination of Vit. D (which is why sun works for some people) and Vit. A (which can also be useful externally, either in the form of a retinol-based cream or by using something like shea butter where it is naturally occurring)*. I tried a number of moisturizers and creams and have found that the only thing that has really worked is the Vit.A/D combo in cod liver oil.
* Do note that both vitamins are oil soluble and you can take too much; follow suggested dosage. If you use Vit. A/ retinol on the skin, it breaks down with sunlight and might be better taken at night.
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I had keratosis pilaris for about 20 years and it finally improved when I started taking a cod liver supplement. I think it's the combination of Vit. D (which is why sun works for some people) and Vit. A (which can also be useful externally, either in the form of a retinol-based cream or by using something like shea butter where it is naturally occurring)*. I tried a number of moisturizers and creams and have found that the only thing that has really worked is the Vit.A/D combo in cod liver oil.
* Do note that both vitamins are oil soluble and you can take too much; follow suggested dosage. If you use Vit. A/ retinol on the skin, it breaks down with sunlight and might be better taken at night.
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