Why do milia keep appearing? Causes, management methods, and how to get rid of them.

Hello~ If you are someone suffering from skin troubles, you have probably experienced this at least once milia '.
At one time, I was also very stressed because of the small pimples that kept appearing for no reason.
I will share the reasons why milia appear, along with management methods to get rid of them based on the cause.

 

 

Reasons why milia appear

Milia are primarily caused by excessive sebum secretion and keratin buildup within the hair follicles.
In addition, lifestyle habits, stress, and improper facial cleansing methods interact in a complex way, causing it to occur repeatedly.

 

Main causes

1. Excessive sebum secretion:
When excessive sebum is secreted due to hormonal changes, stress, or lack of sleep, it clogs pores and causes acne.

2. Skin exfoliation problems:
If dead skin cells do not shed in time, they accumulate and clog pores, preventing sebum from being expelled and causing small bumps to form.

3. Clogged pores:
Sebum, dead skin cells, and dust mix together to clog pores, causing non-inflammatory milia.

4. Lifestyle habits:
Frequent makeup, neglect of cleansing, excessive intake of sugar and fat, and irregular sleep are causes.

 

5. Stress:
Stress is the cause of all diseases, isn't it? It causes hormonal imbalance and promotes sebum secretion.

 

 

The progression of milia

 

Milia are not painful or turn red Whitehead It is the status.
If this condition progresses further, acne bacteria cause inflammation, and the skin turns red along with pain.
If it turns red, do not touch or squeeze it, and if the inflammation worsens, it will turn into pustular acne.
It is important to manage it so that it does not evolve from the initial whitehead state.

 

How to Get Rid of and Manage Milia

1. Deep Cleansing:

Thoroughly remove daily makeup and sebum to keep your pores clean.

2. Exfoliation:
Use an exfoliant 1 to 2 times a week to prevent clogged pores.

3. Skin Soothing Care:
Stabilize the skin by using soothing products containing aloe, centella asiatica, panthenol, etc.

4. Adequate hydration:
Lack of moisture stimulates sebum production, so please apply a light moisturizing cream regularly.

5. Improvement of lifestyle habits:
Regular sleep, a balanced diet, and stress management are essential.

6. Expert Consultation (Dermatology):
If it persists for a long time or is severe, please consult a dermatologist to accurately diagnose the cause.

 

 

Milia disappear only when you manage your lifestyle habits and overall skin environment, going beyond a simple cosmetic issue.
With consistent care, you can return to smooth skin instead of bumpy skin.