doi: 10.1001/archinte.141.3.380
HKC-8, human proximal tubular epithelial cells
GHK-Cu is endogenous to the human body (found naturally in plasma, saliva, and urine), and its concentration naturally declines with age
Sulforaphane, an organosulfur compound, activates the bodys cells to increase the levels of Glutathione
People may be able to prevent flareups by: avoiding dry skin by applying a thick, oil-free ointment or cream on damp skin after bathing and whenever the skin feels dry trying laser hair removal rather than shaving or waxing, which may aggravate the condition taking short showers or baths no more than once a day to help prevent drying out the skin, and use warm water rather than hot using a mild cleanser rather than soap to prevent drying the skin using a humidifier to add more moisture to dry air avoiding using self-tan, as this may make the bumps appear more noticeable According to the American Osteopathic College of Dermatology, keratosis pilaris may last years but usually disappear by age 30
Animal studies have shown a potential risk of thyroid C-cell tumours, though the relevance to humans is uncertain
