The Effectiveness of Topical Keratolytics (Alpha Hydroxy Acids/Beta Hydroxy Acids/Urea) in Treating Keratosis Pilaris: A Review of the Literature.

Cureus · 2025 · PMC12860576 · PMID 41631232

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Although these symptoms occurred more often in the lactic acid group than in the salicylic acid group, the difference in irritation frequency did not reach statistical significance.

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