Everything You Need to Know About Keratosis Pilaris Also known as "strawberry skin" or "chicken skin" Ah, keratosis pilaris. It’s one of the most common skin conditions in the world and yet it remains one of the most annoying. Most often, keratosis pilaris (KP) is a genetic condition and is seen in the form of dry, rough patches and tiny little bumps on the backs of arms and thighs due to a lack of natural exfoliation. And while you may not necessarily be able to cure KP (and you shouldn’t be trying to, anyway — it really is completely harmless and normal), if you’re self-conscious about the bumps, or you’re finding them to be a bit itchy this time of year, there are certain things you can do to minimize their appearance.