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Milia

Safe, professional removal of milia with careful assessment of the delicate skin around them.

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What is it

What milia are and why they aren't spots

Milia are small, firm cysts that form just beneath the skin’s surface. They contain keratin, a naturally occurring protein found in the skin, hair and nails.

Often referred to as milk spots, milia typically appear as tiny white, cream or yellowish bumps around 1 to 2mm in size. They are smooth, dome-shaped and firm, with no surrounding redness, inflammation, pain or itching, and often appear in small clusters. They are most common around the eyes, eyelids, upper cheeks, nose and forehead, where the skin is thinner, although they can develop elsewhere on the face or body.

Milia are harmless and are not a form of acne.

A whitehead is a closed comedone that forms when sebum and dead skin cells block a follicle, whereas milia are keratin-filled cysts with no conventional pore opening. This distinction matters: squeezing milia as though they were spots is unlikely to remove them and risks infection, inflammation, pigmentation and scarring. Some milia resolve naturally as the skin renews itself, but in adults persistent milia can remain for a long time and are difficult to shift with skincare alone.

At 111 Harley Street, we assess the area before treatment to confirm the bumps are milia, rule out other skin concerns that can look similar, and determine whether professional removal is appropriate for you.

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Everything patients want to know about milia, from safe removal to why they keep coming back.

What is the best way to remove milia?
Persistent milia are usually best removed professionally. A practitioner can carefully open the surface of the skin and extract the keratin cyst using an appropriate sterile technique. The exact method depends on the size and location of the milia.
Why do I keep getting milia under my eyes?
The skin around the eyes is thin and milia commonly develop in this area. Some people are naturally more prone to them, while heavy skincare products or changes in skin renewal may also contribute. Recurrent milia can be assessed alongside your skincare routine.
Can milia be squeezed like spots?
No. Milia are not acne spots and do not have a conventional pore opening through which they can be squeezed. Attempting to remove them at home can damage the skin and increase the risk of scarring or pigmentation.
Are milia harmful?
No. Milia are benign keratin cysts and are generally harmless. Treatment is usually performed for cosmetic reasons rather than medical necessity.
Can milia come back after removal?
Yes. Successfully removing an individual milium does not prevent new milia from developing elsewhere. Some people are more prone to them, so recurrence is possible even after professional removal.

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