Milia are not typical whiteheads and they can not be popped like pimples. Actually, they are tiny keratin filled cysts —usually located on the chin, nose, around the eyes and cheeks. They can occur due to aggressive or irritating cosmetic procedures (chemical peels, laser treatments) or within healing blisters, burns and scars. A dermatologist can easily remove them using a small blade or you can rely on over the counter ingredients like a gentle exfoliant cleanser, AHA , BHA, or retinol that can get rid of them!
If you want to get rid of milia or prevent new ones from forming , you should try the products below:
Differin
Differin Gel Adapalene Topical Retinoid Acne Treatment
Acne spot treatment for face
This gel attacks milia and other forms of acne by unclogging pores and reducing inflammation. Be careful, this treatment is strong and effective, which means that you should start slow (use every other day) and stick with it. Also, use a heavy duty moisturizer to prevent drying and a protective sunscreen.
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Derma-e
DERMA-E Overnight Peel with Alpha Hydroxy Acids
Non-abrasive face lotion, Retexturizes while you sleep
Formulated with 5% Alpha Hydroxy Acids, this Overnight Peel transforms the skin overnight, diminishes Acne scars and dead skin, reduces signs of Hyperpigmentation and uneven skin!
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Paula’s Choice
Paulas Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Salicylic Acid Exfoliant
Facial exfoliant for blackheads, enlarged pores, wrinkles and fine lines
Gentle non-abrasive leave-on exfoliator with 2% BHA to unclog and diminish enlarged pores, exfoliate dead skin cells, smooth wrinkles, brighten and even out skin tone. Combats redness, wrinkles, aging, enlarged pores and blackheads.
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Body Merry
Body Merry Glycolic Acid Exfoliating Cleanser
Anti-Aging face wash with AHA, wrinkles, spots reduction and acne
This gentle wash works to effectively reduce age spots, dark spots, sun spots and other forms of discoloration while helping with acne, acne scars and premature aging.
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