How-To: Prevent Milia Around the Eyes


Updated 10/04/11 10:57 AM · Posted by BellaSugar · 17 comments

Treating Milia Around the Eyes

Have you ever had little white bumps on your face that look like acne, but upon further inspection, you realize they're not? Those bumps could be milia, which form when skin cells get trapped under the skin's surface. In short, milia are caused by lack of natural exfoliation, and they often pop up near the eyes. Since it's such a sensitive area of the face, my first bit of advice is to get thee Read more

Definition: Milia


Updated 03/20/09 12:28 PM · Posted by BellaSugar · 25 comments

Milia

Milia are deep white bumps that form when skin cells become trapped rather than exfoliated naturally. They turn into tiny cysts that look like whiteheads or bumps below the surface of the skin. Milia can occur on the skin or on mucous membranes like the inner surface of the cheek or the border of the lips and around the nose. They are extremely common in children, and those with oily skin are Read more