Do you see those tiny white bumps on your skin, mainly on your face? Let’s discuss why we get them and how to get rid of them.
These tiny white bumps on our skin are called milia. They mainly affect newborn babies but can also be seen in adults. They can affect any part of the face but are usually found around the eyes, near the nose, and chin. They can be about 1-2mm in diameter. Milia appear when excess oil, dead skin, and keratin are trapped underneath the skin, giving rise to a hard, protruding bump.
Although milia are harmless, they can be a little irritating. But you must stop the urge to pick and poke them manually. There is no medical treatment to get rid of them, but they usually go away on their own. However, few options can prevent the formation of milia. They have basically clogged comedones or pores because of keratin-containing debris. So, all treatment options are focused on cleansing and exfoliating the skin. You don’t need to buy fancy products as your regular skin care products will do the job. However, if none works, seek physician’s help.
In newborn babies, milia are resolved within a matter of a few days or weeks. However, if they persist, you should see a doctor. Make sure you don’t apply any product on the baby’s skin to treat milia without consulting the doctor.
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About the Author: Dr. Iqra Mubashar is a registered Pharmacist originally from Lahore, Pakistan. She has earned her pharmacy degree from the University of veterinary and animal sciences, Lahore. She has completed her internship as a trainee from Children hospital, Lahore. She has completed her research work in clinical pharmacy and pharmaceutics. She has worked as a healthcare documentation head in Al-Qasim enterprises, Islamabad. She has specialized in prescription handling, drugs information, literature research, patient counseling and pharmaceutical care planning. Her research work on coronavirus is under publication.
