The most common type of milia removal is performed using a needle. Once the skin with milia has been cleaned, a sterile needle is then used to create a tiny incision in the skin covering the cyst. The contents of the milia are then carefully extracted so as not to cause any trauma to the skin.
Some types of milia may be more suitable for removal using a Hyfrecator. A Hyfrecator uses tiny electrical pulses to cauterize the skin covering the milia, allowing the contents to then be extracted.
In other cases, you may be prescribed a topical medication to treat the milia, but this is only for certain types of milia.
It's likely you’ll be advised at your consultation to prepare your skin before your treatment by using a non-abrasive exfoliating cleanser and vitamin A product on a regular basis. These products will soften the skin that covers the milia, making it easier to remove and can also help prevent further milia developing.
WHICH IS THE RIGHT MILIA REMOVAL TREATMENT FOR YOU?
Certain types of milia may not be suitable for this type of removal, and may need to be treated using a hyfrecator. A hyfrecator works to cauterize the skin covering the milia by using tiny electrical pulses then allowing the contents to be extracted.
In other cases it may be more suitable to be prescribed a topical medication to treat the milia, but this is only for certain types of milia.
The best treatment for you will depend upon the type of milia you have as well as the location and number of milia that need removing. It's likely you will be advised at your consultation to prepare your skin before treatment by using a non-abrasive exfoliating cleanser and vitamin A product on a regular basis. These products will soften the skin that covers the milia, making it easier to remove and can also help prevent further milia developing.