Koru Systems combine the benefits of microdermabrasion with unique emollients for keratosis pilaris (kp).
Keratosis pilaris is a very common skin disease, characterised by blocked pores, resulting in rough bumps, at the location of the hair follicles. KP is sometimes known as 'chicken skin'
Where is kp often found ?
It mainly appears on the back and outer sides of the upper arms, but it can also occur on thighs and buttocks or any body part except palms or soles.
Different types of kp
There are several different types of keratosis pilaris, including keratosis pilaris rubra (red, inflamed bumps), keratosis pilaris alba (rough, bumpy skin with no irritation), rubra faceii (reddish rash on the cheeks) and related disorders. The small red bumps have the same appearance as ingrown hairs, and it looks like permanent goosebumps, or 'arm bumps'.
Who gets kp?
Females may be affected more frequently than males.
It is most obvious during the teenage years. It may also be present in babies and persist into adult life.
It is particularly common in those who are overweight, or have celtic backgrounds, atopic dermatitis (eczema) and ichthyosis (dry skin).
Keratosis pilaris tends to be more severe during the winter months or other times of low humidity when skin dries out.
How common is kp?
Keratosis pilaris is a very common condition! It is present in 50-80% of adolescents and approximately 40% of adults.
What is the cause of kp?
It is thought to be a disorder of keratinisation in which the sticky cells that line the hair follicle form a plug. This widens the pores making them appear more obvious than elsewhere. Often a curled ingrown hair can be identified under the skin.
What can be done about kp?
Because kp has two features: rough raised keratin plugs above the skin surface and blocked pores under the skin, a two-fold approach is needed. Microdermabrasion to efficiently remove the surface roughness, and an emollient to help with the inflamed, blocked pores beneath the surface.
Two versions of the Koru System are available:
Koru Oleum System
Part A: Microderm: a highly effective microdermabrasion gel designed to remove the hard keratin plugs that block the hair follicles.
Part B: Oleum: a unique formula based upon Extra Virgin Coconut Oil, and is specifically designed to assist with keratosis pilaris
Ingredients of Microderm: 61% AlO (white aluminium oxide crystals), glycerine, water, cucumber extract, propylene glycol (and) diazolidinyl urea (and) methylparaben (and) propylparaben, xanthan gum.
Ingredients of Oleum: Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil, Hardened Coconut Oil (and) Lecithin, Cetostearyl alcohol, Tocopherol acetate (pro-Vitamin E)
Using the Koru Oleum System
USING MICRODERM KP GEL
Step 1. In the shower, use a gentle cleanser to prepare the skin
Step 2. Shake well. Apply a small amount of Microderm, about the size of a nickel (2 cm diameter) into the palm of the hand.
Step 3. Using the palm, rub the Microderm onto the affected skin. A back and forwards motion is best, because a circular motion curls the skin's small hairs!
Step 4. Rinse off the remaining crystals with shower water
Step 5. Apply Oleum to the affected areas, once to twice daily
Koru Lacteem System (now upgraded to Extra Strength!)
Part A: Microderm: a highly effective microdermabrasion gel designed to remove the hard keratin plugs that block the hair follicles.
Part B: Lacteem: a unique cream specifically designed to assist with keratosis pilaris
Ingredients of Microderm: 61% AlO (white aluminium oxide crystals), glycerine, water, cucumber extract, propylene glycol (and) diazolidinyl urea (and) methylparaben (and) propylparaben, xanthan gum
Ingredients of Lacteem kp Extra: AHA complex 21% [Lactic acid (and) Sodium lactate (and) Tartaric acid (and) Citric acid], New Zealand Avocado oil, Cetostearyl alcohol, Simethicone, Ceteareth-6 and stearyl alcohol, Ceteareth-25, Phenoxyethanol (and) Caprylyl Glycol (and) Sorbic acid, Tocopherol acetate, Retinol (and) soyabean oil, Sodium ascorbyl phosphate, Suanna perfume, Water
Using the Koru Lacteem System
USE MICRODERM ONLY FOR THE FIRST MONTH OR TWO: 'MICRODERM PHASE'
Step 1. In the shower, use a gentle cleanser to prepare the skin
Step 2. Shake well. Apply a small amount of Microderm, about the size of a nickel (2 cm diameter) into the palm of the hand.
Step 3. Using the palm, rub the Microderm onto the affected skin. A back and forwards motion is best, because a circular motion curls the skin's small hairs!
Step 4. Rinse off the remaining crystals with shower water
THEN, AFTER THE SURFACE ROUGHNESS IS GONE, STOP THE MICRODERM PHASE AND…
Apply Lacteem to the affected areas, once to twice daily
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