Best treatment for milia without scarring my face? (Photo)

Question

I have had milia for most of my life, I've tried all kinds of exfoliating and microdermabrasion. I need something that is actually going to remove the milia as well as help prevent it in the future. any suggestions?

David Shafer, MD, FACS · Answer

Milia can be easily extracted by our medical aesthetician during a Hydra Facial MD treatment.  Hydra Facial MD is a blend of microdermabrasion (suction and manual exfoliation), glycolic and salicylic acid peel (7.5% and 2.5%) with extractions and vortex fusion of serums like a facial.  Using the Hydra Facial MD procedure helps soften the skin and ready it for milia extraction.It appears by your picture you could most likely benefit from the use of a lancet for the removal of the milia, however more than one treatment may be required.I recommend a consult in person to assess your skin and it's unique needs.Good luck.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Please see a cosmetic dermatologist with experience.  Peels, lasers, needling and manual exfoliation will improve this over time.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Melvin Elson, MD · Answer

To have them removed an aesthetician can open them and express the contents--this should not scar. then use a cleanser with salicylic acid daily to prevent further development

Best treatment for milia without scarring my face? (Photo)

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