{"id":7061,"date":"2023-12-15T17:50:03","date_gmt":"2023-12-15T12:20:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hkvitals.com\/blog\/?p=7061"},"modified":"2026-01-23T16:55:01","modified_gmt":"2026-01-23T11:25:01","slug":"what-is-milia-and-how-is-it-treated","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hkvitals.com\/blog\/what-is-milia-and-how-is-it-treated\/","title":{"rendered":"What is Milia and How is It Treated?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A milium cyst is a tiny, white or yellowish bump that commonly surfaces on the nose and cheeks, although they may also appear on other body parts like the torso or genital area<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (rare though).<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> These cysts often cluster together, and when they occur in groups, they are referred to as milia. While milia can develop in individuals of any ethnicity or age, they are most frequently observed in newborns. It&#8217;s important to note that milia are benign and only impact one&#8217;s appearance, posing no harm. They\u2019re usually not itchy or painful. Read on to learn all about milia treatment and causes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hkvitals.com\/blog\/what-is-milia-and-how-is-it-treated\/#What_Causes_Milia\" >What Causes Milia?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hkvitals.com\/blog\/what-is-milia-and-how-is-it-treated\/#Milia_Removal_at_Home\" >Milia Removal at Home<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hkvitals.com\/blog\/what-is-milia-and-how-is-it-treated\/#Medical_Treatment_for_Milia\" >Medical Treatment for Milia<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hkvitals.com\/blog\/what-is-milia-and-how-is-it-treated\/#How_to_Prevent_Milia\" >How to Prevent Milia?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hkvitals.com\/blog\/what-is-milia-and-how-is-it-treated\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Causes_Milia\"><\/span><strong>What Causes Milia?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Milia are most commonly observed in newborns, often present from birth<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (usually referred to as \u201cbaby acne\u201d).<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> In older children and adults, the occurrence of milia is typically associated with skin damage. This damage can result from various factors, including:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blistering caused by a skin condition like cicatricial pemphigoid, porphyria cutanea tarda (PCT) or epidermolysis bullosa (EB)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Burns<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blistering injuries like poison ivy<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Long-term sun damage<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Skin resurfacing procedures like laser resurfacing or dermabrasion<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Long-term usage of steroid creams<\/span>Additionally, milia may develop if the skin loses its natural ability to exfoliate, a phenomenon that can be linked to the aging process.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Milia_Removal_at_Home\"><\/span><strong>Milia Removal at Home<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Milia usually disappear by themselves in three to four months\u2019 time. However, there are some home remedies for milia removal. For milia treatment at home, you may try the following:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Clean the Affected Area Every Day<\/strong>: Cleanse your face gently on a daily basis with lukewarm water using a mild soap. Finally, pat your skin dry after a wash.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Steam the Pores Open<\/strong>: To remove milia naturally, sit in a bathroom with a hot running shower and this will help with opening up the pores.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Regularly Exfoliate the Area<\/strong>: Be sure to add some level of exfoliation into your skincare regimen, but do not exceed the recommended amount, as too much exfoliation may only worsen the condition.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Wear Sunscreen<\/strong>: Use the best sunscreen, like SPF 50, particularly in <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">milia-prone<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> areas.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Consider Topical Retinoids<\/strong>: Topical retinoids (cream or gel type), which are mostly used for combating acne, contain high amounts of vitamin A. Be careful when using these products and always seek the advice of a dermatologist prior to applying retinoids for milia removal.<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (Note: Don&#8217;t use them in children)<\/span><\/i><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Medical_Treatment_for_Milia\"><\/span><strong>Medical Treatment for Milia<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If home remedies aren\u2019t working, then you can opt for clinical milia spot treatment. This may involve the following:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Curettage<\/strong>: A doctor numbs the area, removes milia, and seals the skin with a hot wire.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>De-roofing<\/strong>: A doctor utilizes a sterile needle or blade to carefully remove milia. It is crucial not to attempt this at home to avoid the risk of infection.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Cryotherapy<\/strong>: Milia are frozen off using liquid nitrogen, potentially causing temporary blistering or swelling that should subside within a few days.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Laser ablation<\/strong>: A small laser is focused on the affected areas to eliminate cysts.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Minocycline<\/strong>: This oral antibiotic can be beneficial in treating specific types of milia, such as milia en plaque.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Diathermy<\/strong>: Extreme heat is used to destroy cysts.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is essential to be aware that all these treatments carry a risk of scarring, except for minocycline, which has its own set of risks. Given that milia themselves do not cause scarring, careful consideration is advised before opting for any clinical milia removal treatments. Consultation with a dermatologist is recommended to determine the most suitable approach for your specific situation.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Prevent_Milia\"><\/span><strong>How to Prevent Milia?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consider the following tips for preventing milia:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Product Selection<\/strong>: Thick creams or oil-based skin care products should be avoided since they may cause the growth of milia.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Sun Protection<\/strong>: Limit exposure to the sunlight since too much sunlight exposure contributes to milia.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Regular Exfoliation<\/strong>: Add mild scrubbing or gentle exfoliation to your skincare regimen preferably 2-3 times a week. Nevertheless, ensure not to exfoliate too much because it irritates the skin.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-7060\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hkvitals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/PT-14-300x83.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"853\" height=\"236\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hkvitals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/PT-14-300x83.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hkvitals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/PT-14-768x213.png 768w, https:\/\/www.hkvitals.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/PT-14.png 900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 853px) 100vw, 853px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Milia usually do not cause long-term complications. It may take longer to resolve in adults or older children. However, if you don\u2019t see any improvement in your condition in a couple of weeks, then go and visit your doctor. Assessment will be made by a healthcare professional to ascertain that it is not a sign of another skin problem.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A milium cyst is a tiny, white or yellowish bump that commonly surfaces on the nose and cheeks, although they may also appear on other body parts like the torso or genital area (rare though). These cysts often cluster together, and when they occur in groups, they are referred to as milia. 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