Kim Kardashian has spoken openly about her long-standing battle with psoriasis, describing how the condition has affected both her skin and her confidence. The 45-year-old entrepreneur says that although she has tried to become comfortable with having psoriasis, severe flare-ups have sometimes made her feel deeply insecure, particularly when the condition becomes visible on her face.
Psoriasis is a chronic immune-related condition that causes skin cells to build up too quickly, resulting in red, itchy, dry, or scaly patches. The condition can come and go in cycles, with periods when symptoms improve followed by painful or uncomfortable flare-ups. Kardashian has previously discussed how difficult it can be to deal with a condition that affects her appearance while living under constant public attention.
Her Unusual Nighttime Routine
Before finding an approach that she felt helped her symptoms, Kardashian says she sometimes relied on a particularly uncomfortable nighttime routine. She would apply ointment to affected areas and cover them with plastic wrap to help keep the treatment against her skin while she slept. Although the method helped keep the medication in place, Kardashian described the experience as extremely uncomfortable. She joked that moving around at night could make her feel stiff and restricted. The routine illustrates just how disruptive severe psoriasis can become. The condition is not simply a cosmetic issue. It can cause itching, pain and discomfort and may interfere with sleep and ordinary daily activities.
Steroid Treatments Did Not Provide Lasting Relief
Kardashian also says she tried steroid treatments but found that the symptoms returned after she stopped using them. For someone experiencing repeated flare-ups, the cycle can become frustrating, especially when a treatment appears to work temporarily but does not prevent symptoms from returning. Psoriasis currently has no cure, but there are numerous medical treatments available that can help control symptoms. Treatment is generally selected according to the severity and location of the condition and may include topical medications, phototherapy, oral medicines, or biologic drugs.
How Psoriasis Affected Her Confidence
One of the most revealing aspects of Kardashian’s experience is the emotional impact of the disease. She says her confidence would fluctuate depending on the severity of her flare-ups. When the patches remained relatively small, she could convince herself that she could live with the condition. But when the affected areas became larger and began appearing on her face, she found it much harder emotionally. That experience highlights an important reality for people with visible skin conditions. Even when a disease is not immediately dangerous, its appearance can have a significant effect on self-esteem, social interactions and quality of life.
Her Mother Also Has Psoriasis
Kardashian has also noted that her mother, Kris Jenner, has psoriasis. The condition has a genetic component and is linked to an abnormal immune response. It is not contagious, meaning it cannot be passed from one person to another through physical contact. Kardashian was diagnosed with psoriasis publicly more than a decade ago, and since then she has frequently discussed her experiences with flare-ups and different ways of managing them.
The Broccoli-Based Supplement She Now Uses
Kardashian now says she has incorporated Broc Shot, a supplement made from broccoli seed and containing sulforaphane, into her routine. She says a friend recommended it after her psoriasis became particularly difficult to manage and that she felt it helped bring her symptoms under control. The product is sold as capsules and flavored powders that can be mixed with water. Kardashian says she prefers the powder because it is convenient to carry while traveling. However, it is important to distinguish personal experience from established medical evidence. Kardashian’s reported improvement does not demonstrate that the supplement can treat or cure psoriasis for everyone. People with psoriasis should discuss new supplements or changes to treatment with a qualified healthcare professional rather than replacing prescribed therapies based solely on celebrity experiences.
A Continuing Journey
Kardashian’s experience demonstrates that living with psoriasis can involve much more than managing visible patches. The condition can affect comfort, sleep, confidence and emotional well-being, particularly during severe flare-ups. By continuing to discuss her experience publicly, Kardashian has helped draw attention to the reality of living with a chronic skin condition. Her story also serves as a reminder that psoriasis can affect anyone, regardless of appearance, lifestyle or social status. While there is currently no cure, effective treatments can help many people control their symptoms. For Kardashian, finding a routine that she feels comfortable with has become an important part of learning to live with a condition that has been part of her life for many years.
