Is keratosis pilaris a kind of acne?
Keratosis pilaris is not acne, although it can be confused with acne easily if your face is affected with the white bumps. Keratosis pilaris are plugs of protein clogging hair follicles. Acne is a build up of oils, dirt and other materials inside pores. Keratosis pilaris is not painful and is treated by moisturizing the skin, unlike most acne flare-ups which are treated by drying the affected areas. Keratosis pilaris that affects the face can leave small scars, however, much like acne.
