Milia

Question: Milia...............? well on my cheekish and ear lobe there are these bead like bumps greyish or redish if you want to know more about my "bumps" red the second paragraph i was told the only way to remove them is to get them removed-how do they remove them, does it hurt, procedure? how do i know if it is a milia okay so i have this slightly greyish spot on my face-i thougt it was pen so i tried to rub it off but i realized it felt like there was a bead or something under my skin. i also found a couple on my ear lobe-i know gross-what are these? my brother has his ear pierced and it feels like a bump-it feels kinda like that-what is it, someone told me they are pimples/zits that haven't broken the skin but they've been here for a month or so-squeezing them hurts-i thought it might be something else if it is unrisen pimples how can i get rid of/rise them? * 38 minutes ago * - 3 days left to answer. Additional Details 27 minutes ago my skin isn't dry maybe even a tinge oily and many have reached the surface -.- but maybe you're right maybe that spot isss to dry i have REALLY pricey moisturizer-a gift :) i appreciate all answers 5 minutes ago they are liek the size of those colorful neon cheap beads and one is like a small bead-they are a little redish or greyish 5 minutes ago i have no piercings

Answer: eczema?

Question: How do you get rid of the little white spots called milia? I have little white spots on my face, just under my eyes, i found out the name of them, could they be milia? And how can i get rid of them?

Answer: Milia are like little grains of rice under the skin and can only be removed professionally by a beauty salon. They are caused by using creams that are too heavy for the delicate (much thinner) eye area e.g cleansers, moisturiser used too near the eye, or eye creams themselves that are not the right texture for your skin. So when you get them removed, be very careful about what you apply to your eyes.

Question: How to treat milia using home remedies? Hi I really need your help if there is anyone out there who knows how to treat milia using a home remedies . I would really appreciate your answer as I am suffering from milia really really badly. so please help me if you can :)

Answer: i am a beauty therapist and i wouldnt advise you try to home treat it as it can cause scars but if you ask a local spa or top to toe and you ask about a facial and your milia then they will disperse it with a lance basically prick it with a pin ang gently roll the pearl out which is wat milia is a small pearl under the skin . x

Question: Is there any way to make milia less noticeable using makeup please help especially the under eye area? Milia makes my makeup look so not smooth and I've given up hope of getting rid of them so i need some help making it less obvious.

Answer: i am sorry, no there isn't. just wait until your treatment is over

Question: How to you get rid of milia (tiny white bumps under skin) ? I have a very complexed skin, it's like too dry and too oily at the same time. I bought a facial moisterisers for oily skins, thinking it would solve the problem. But now I have milia all over my cheeks and chins area. I got rid of my moisterizers and I exfoliate 3 times a week. But there still there, my dermatologist gave me a cream it worked for a while but then stopped working. If I paid for a professional facial every 6 weeks, would that solve the problem?

Answer: What kind of exfoliant are you using? Booths makes a good one all natural but use it once a week not more to much is not healthy. How about a hot mask - (heats up when applied) or one that peels off - ?? I think a facial would be a great idea as would a hot compress at the end of the day dampen and heat in micro for double warmth - see if it helps pull out dirt/dead cells and act as a light exfoliant -

Question: Anyone know how long it take for milia on my lip to go away? Milia is like a small white bump that cannot be popped. I unfortunataly have one on my lip. I don't want to go to a dermatoligist to surgically remove it, and i dont wanna do it myself. They say it goes away by itself in how many days/weeks?

Answer: It can take a while for it to go away. You can try putting teatree oil on it so that will shorten the time spam. A while could be a few weeks to yrs.

Question: How do you get rid of milia spots? Hi there, I am getting more and more milia spots around my eye area. They are little white spots that are not easy to pop or get too. Are there any acidic type of wipes or is the old fashion needle the best way? Except I HATE the needle as the eye area is so sensitive!! Help!!

Answer: this probably isn't the thing you wanted to hear but you have to use the needle :( i know it sucks because im 13 and i have tons of them mostly around my eye area but i popped out a few with a needle but you should probably take pain medication if you cant take much pain. but i think you should sterilize the needle first and apply anesthetic or something to it because it could get infected. so yeah i agree with skippy. but i feel so bad for you and its so nice to know that there are people out there who have these too. my friends all have like perfect skin and im kinda jealous of them for that. well i hope i helped and i hope you get rid of them because in my opinion i would rather get shot like in the leg or the arm any day than have milia.

Question: Any suggestions for milia round the eyes? I suffer from milia under my eyes. Have asked skin specialists who cannot recommend anything tried and tested. Its quite annoying, but would love replies from ex-milia sufferers, if any. Should i try mild scrubs there? I'm told the skin under the eyes have no pores so its like a whitehead but with no way to escape. Please dont suggest makeup- not the answer.

Answer: A beautician should be able to remove them for you in minutes. I go every few months and she takes £11 to do that and an eyebrow wax at the same time.

Question: How to get rid of milia without needles? I usually get rid of the ones around my eyes with needles, but the ones on my eyelids are just toooo sensitive to even touch with a needle. Is there anything else that can be used to get rid of them?

Answer: Milia are deep seeded white bumps that form when skin cells become trapped rather than exfoliate naturally. The trapped cells become walled off into tiny cysts that appear like white beads below the surface of the skin. Milia can occur on the skin or even on mucous membranes such as the inner surface of the cheek or the vermillion border of the lips. As the surface is worn away, the tiny cyst may resolve on its own. Far too often, though, intervention to remove the cyst may offer more rapid resolution. Why Me? Milia form for a variety of reasons. Some you can fix, others aren’t so easily dealt with. But you need to scrutinize your skin care routine whenever milia make their appearance. Although some people naturally make milia, and I certainly expect everyone to have an occasional bump at one time or another, milia are often the result of a problem that has affected the skin’s surface. Heavy Skin Care Products No doubt the most common reason milia form is from smothering your skin with heavy skin care products or hair care items. Comedogenic creams and lotions may prevent the sloughing of dead epidermal skin cells. Hidden problem products include make-up removers not labeled oil-free or non-comedogenic, hair spray, hair mousse and gel, heavy sunscreens and some moisturizers. The eyelids are very thin and more likely to experience problems with milia due to cosmetics. Re-evaluate your eye make-up and eyelid make-up remover if you are finding this to be a concern. Certain lipsticks, lip balms and products meant to help with chapped lips may be the cause of little white pearly milia developing around the lipstick edge (aka vermillion border) of the lips. Again, if you see these forming, take a good look at the ingredients on the label. B. Kamins Lip Balm SPF 20 is a good option that will not contribute to milia around the lip area. EI Solutions Lip Refine, when used consistantly, is able to keep cell build up at bay. SkinCeuticals Antioxidant Lip Repair is an AHA-free exfoliating complex that accelerates cell renewal. Prolonged History Of Sun Damage The formation of milia can also be due to cumulative sun exposure. Aging skin forms a thicker epidermis that may make it far more difficult for skin cells to find their way out of the glands. And thicker skin also makes for more road blocks in the pathway to exfoliation. Porphyria Cutanea Tarda Milia can also be associated with certain skin diseases, particularly blistering disorders such as Porphyria Cutanea Tarda. Fortunately, there are other symptoms associated with these blistering diseases. Blisters, for one and increased hair on the face and backs of hands and knuckles, for another. PCT is an unusual disorder. If you have milia, don’t initially jump to the conclusion you have a blistering condition. Genetics Sometimes we just inherit certain undesirable skin tendencies. What’s a Girl (Or Guy) Gonna Do? Exfoliation can go a long way in helping deal with milia prone skin. By keeping the epidermis thin and smooth, you can cut down on their formation. By mentioning exfoliation, I’m not talking about scrubbing off the top layer of your skin! One way is to use a gentle exfoliating scrub such as DERMAdoctor Physical Chemistry Facial Microdermabrasion + Multiacid Chemical Peel, Dr. Brandt Microdermabrasion, MD Formulations Face & Body Scrub, Peter Thomas Roth Botanical Buffing Beads, or Neova Microdermabrasion Scrub. Home microdermabrasion with DermaNew Facial Rejuvenation System or DERMAdoctor Physical Chemistry Facial Microdermabrasion + Multiacid Chemical Peel can be highly effective in smoothing out problem skin. At-home facial peels and pads such as MD Skincare Alpha Beta Daily Face Peel - 30 applications, MD Formulations My Personal Peel System, Peter Thomas Roth Gentle Complexion Correction Pads or help exfoliate surface skin cells, addressing skin texture. How clean is your skin? The CLARISONIC System Kit uses proprietary sonic technology and a two-way oscillating brush system to safely, deeply cleanse the skin. Another way to deal with milia is to undergo a periodic series of microdermabrasions or glycolic acid peels at the doctor’s office. Maintenance is important. Unless you find your solution is throwing out some problem causing cream, you likely are in a situation where you will periodically continue to form new spots. So add in some gentle exfoliation into your grooming regimen. Sometimes milia won’t come out in spite of your best efforts. Then you may need the milia to be extracted by your dermatologist. In a physician’s office, milia are easily removed. The skin is cleansed with some rubbing alcohol or other antiseptic. The skin overlying the milia is gently opened with a sterile lancet or needle. Then pressure is applied with a comedone extractor, and the milia typically pop out. I find that one of the most difficult areas from which to remove milia is the upper eyelid. There simply isn’t a good way to press on the area and avoid the eyeball, so the lid has to be pulled either upwards or to the side, which is somewhat challenging. I am always asked if a patient can remove milia by themselves at home. While removing milia is certainly not a technique that one must attend medical school to be able to do, it is rather difficult to remove your own milia. This is both from the mild self-inflicted discomfort as well as my concern that infection can arise if the procedure isn’t performed properly. This means adequate skin cleansing as well as the use of sterile instruments. If you are going to give it a try, sterilize your needle and then after wiping the skin with rubbing alcohol, poke the milia and then press it out with the Tweezerman No-Slip Skin Care Tool. Cleanse the area gently and if there is any bleeding, apply some hydrogen peroxide and a bandaid. Milia on the eyelids should be dealt with by your doctor! What can you do to prevent milia? Besides keeping your lifelong sun exposure limited, wearing oil-free sunscreen such as DERMAdoctor Body Guard Exquisitely Light SPF 30 For Face & Body and using glycolic acid can help remove unwanted surface debris and cleanse the pores. Exfoliating cleanser options include DERMAdoctor Wrinkle Revenge Antioxidant Enhanced Glycolic Acid Facial Cleanser 2, DERMAdoctor Ain´t Misbehavin´ Medicated AHA/BHA Acne Cleanser and Peter Thomas Roth Glycolic Acid 3% Facial Wash. The addition of a topical treatment and help cell turnover and also complement a skin rejuvenation program. MD Formulations Continuous Renewal Serum is a light, water-based corrector works to refine surface skin and diminish the visible signs of aging. Peter Thomas Roth Glycolic Acid 10% Clarifying Gel also uses glycolic acid and contains no oil or fatty acids. SkinCeuticals combined both glycolic acid and lactic acid with SkinCeuticals C + AHA to exfoliate the rough outer layer of the skin, revealing newer, youthful skin under the surface. And, SkinCeuticals Intense Line Defense contains a 12% hydroxy acid blend in an oil-free gel. Vitamin A creams also work effectively to exfoliate the skin, thin the epidermis and again fit nicely into a skin rejuvenation program. SkinCeuticals Retinol 0.5 used every other night is a retinol based vitamin A cream. Neova Therapy Dual Action Lotion combines retinol and GHK Copper Peptide Complex into an intensive lightweight lotion, and Afirm offers three levels of retinol for those starting a vitamin a routine. If you are using prescription Retin A, Renova, Differin, Avita or Tazorac for acne concerns or wrinkles, these can also be helpful in reducing your milia formation. Keep in mind that none of these vitamin A options should be applied to the eyelids. So if milia are the bane of your existence, don´t worry. There´s hope. Thank you for taking the time to read my newsletter. As always, I hope you have found it informative. Audrey Kunin, M.D.

Question: How can I get rid of the milia under my eyes? I have been using Retin-A micro for about a year. Not doing much. What my derm told me to do.

Answer: In children, no treatment is needed. In adults, milia may be removed by a physician for cosmetic improvement