Salicylic acid ointment can remove chicken skin. Chicken skin is generally referred to as keratosis pilaris and should be treated with medication as prescribed by your doctor. Keratosis pilaris is a follicular keratotic papule with roughness, often occurring on the cheeks, thighs, upper arms, and back due to hyperkeratosis of the follicular opening of the skin. Salicylic acid ointment has keratolytic effect and can be used for localized keratosis, tinea capitis, tinea pedis and other diseases. This product is therefore useful for perifollicular keratosis. Salicylic acid ointment adverse reactions include irritation, contact dermatitis. Symptoms of toxicity such as dizziness, confusion, shortness of breath, confusion, persistent tinnitus, headache and tingling can occur with extensive use. It is contraindicated for those who are allergic to the product. Drugs should be used regularly under the guidance of a doctor, do not self-medicate.