“Chicken skin” is a condition that is also known as kerastosis pilaris. This is a skin condition that is caused by keratin, a hard protein that builds up in the hair follicle. The keratin forms hardened skin that blocks the hair follicle to create rough bumps on the skin.
This is a very common skin disorder that affects people of all ages. There are many small, rough, raised reddish or brown bumps on the arms, legs, buttocks, and even the cheeks. This skin condition creates a “goose bumps” appearance. It is not physically appealing, but chicken skin is entirely harmless. It is even common in healthy people.
