Milium spots are microcysts that look like small, unsightly, non-painful spots on the surface of the skin. They can be found on the hands, dark circles and around the eyes as well as other areas of the skin. The causes of their appearance are numerous, as are the treatments to remedy them!
1) The causes of milia
There are many causes for the appearance of these white buttons. First of all, there is the poor elimination of dead cells. Indeed, the fact of not well clean your skin in depth will allow the skin to secrete sebum which will cause milium grains. It is also common for this to appear in babies.
This may also be due to a attack on the skin such as exposure to UV rays, peeling, abrasive and repetitive scrubs or laser treatment or treatments that are too harmful to our skin. For example, charcoal masks are very powerful and not recommended for dry or sensitive skin. Taking care of your skin is good, but you have to be careful not to overdo it! We must therefore be careful and use adapted to our skin type. Some dermatological problems (epidermolysis bullosa, etc.) can also cause milia.
2) How to remedy these little white dots?
First of all, it would be ideal to make a diagnosis of your skin. Thanks to this, we can use products adapted to our skin type. This way they won’t be too aggressive or rich for you. Then, you must clean your skin well in order to to eliminate dead skin. And above all, avoid popping them like pimples, it could get worse the condition of your skin. No need to replace these little spots with scars or infection! Carrying out a gentle scrub or using a chemical exfoliant will help remove the impurities accumulated under the skin, thus making these little white spots disappear. A dermatologist can also remove them if they persist, knowing that they always end up disappearing on their own over time.
Pour prevent risks appearance of milium spots, you must therefore use products adapted to your skin. Avoid creams that are too rich for the sensitive area around the eyes and the top of the cheeks which will cause excess sebum in the pores of the skin. Gentle products for sensitive skin and moisturizers will allow to soothe the epidermis. On the contrary, harmful products with many sulfates will tend to cause the appearance of these small pimples on the face. Also remember to remove your makeup every evening and protect your skin from the sun with sunscreen with a high solar index and glasses and a hat. Overexposure to the sun should be avoided at all costs, as should eating foods high in cholesterol.