Milia
Milia are tiny, firm white bumps of trapped keratin under the skin. They are harmless, but they can be persistent and are best removed by a professional.
About milia
Milia are most common around the eyes, cheeks and nose. They can appear in newborns, after skin damage, or with heavy creams, and they often do not clear on their own in adults.
Squeezing milia rarely works and can scar. Removal with sterile technique in clinic is quick and precise.
- Small white or yellowish bumps
- Bumps that feel firm and do not pop
- Clusters around the eyes or cheeks
- Bumps that have lasted months
A physician confirms the bumps are milia and not another lesion. They can be removed in clinic, see milia removal, and skincare can be adjusted to reduce new ones.
Consultation, treatment and follow-up
Assessment
A physician examines the skin, asks about history and triggers, and confirms what the concern actually is before any treatment is suggested.
A plan and a cost
Options are explained with realistic expectations and limits. Where treatment is cosmetic, the full cost is quoted before anything is booked.
Follow-up
Progress is reviewed at an interval suited to the condition, and the plan is adjusted if the skin does not respond as expected.
Where treatment is cosmetic, cost depends on the treatment, the area and the number of sessions, so it is quoted at consultation once a plan exists. Results vary between individuals.
Related treatments and conditions
Milia removal
Milia can be removed quickly in clinic with sterile technique, avoiding damage from squeezing.
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Professional extractions clear blackheads and congested pores with sterile technique, reducing the risk of scarring from squeezing at home.
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Skin tags are small, soft, benign growths that often appear where skin rubs.
Read moreMilia: frequently asked questions
Will milia go away on their own?
In babies they usually do. In adults they can persist for months or longer, which is why many people choose removal.
Can I remove milia at home?
It is not recommended. Squeezing or picking can damage the skin and leave marks.
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