Milia Treatment With Electrolysis

Dr Ingrid Wilson
By Dr Ingrid Wilson

Dr Wilson began a journey of learning about hair and scalp issues, earning her a distinction on the Trichology Course with the Institute of Trichologists.

Milia (commonly and incorrectly referred to as whiteheads) are tiny, white raised blemishes, usually occurring on the face. They usually look pearly white, and round and are sometimes hard.

They lie very close to the surface of the skin so are receptive to treatment with electrolysis. In fact, in some circles, this is considered to be the most effective approach as it causes minimal skin damage, with a decreased risk of scarring often linked to other treatments such as manual piercing of the skin.

Clinics are able to offer treatment by using targeted heat through a fine needle in the electrolysis process.

As well as physical removal using electrolysis, this clinic will be able to advise on appropriate skin care.

It is important to know that older milia will be harder to remove.

This is why during the first appointment a test of 1 or 2 milia is done.

If there are many milia and they are very close together, then the approach will be to gradually thin out the milia.

Some larger milia may require repeated treatments.

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People with milia often have dry skin, so appropriate skin care will be advised on during the initial appointment.

For widespread lesions, topical retinoids may be helpful (over-the-counter topical retinoids may not be strong enough).

Chemical peels or dermabrasion have been reported to be effective for widespread milia.

If you want to read more, the experts at Consulting Room really know what they're talking about and have put together electrolysis, scarring, Chemical peels or dermabrasion FAQs just for you. 

If you have more questions, you can use the electrolysis, scarring, Chemical peels or dermabrasion questions feature to talk to our panel of trained medical experts. 

If you're keen to get started with any of these treatments right away then you're in luck - those clever folks also have a list of trusted, accredited electrolysis, scarring, Chemical peels or dermabrasion clinics in your area.

Thanks to the author of this amazing blog, Dr Ingrid Wilson from Crewe Hair and Skin Clinic.

Crewe Hair and Skin Clinic work around you to address hair loss and skin concerns, particularly acne, pigmentation, rosacea, unwanted hair, and blemishes (including skin tags) using home-based and non-surgical solutions.

Call Dr Ingrid Wilson now on 01270 747 393 or visit crewehairandskinclinic.uk.

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