Q. I have little white bumps on the skin
under my eyes. What are they?
A. Those bumps are most likely whiteheads called milia. This type of
whitehead closes over itself. While a normal whitehead would rupture
and go away, this type of whitehead has developed a thin cover of
skin cells that cause them to harden and turn into cysts. The cyst
then pushes up under, but not through, the surface of the skin,
causing stubborn bumps that won't go away.
Using products that are too rich for your skin is one of the most
common causes of milia, especially around the eyes. The skin around
the eyes is thinner than the skin on the rest of the fact, so it is
very easy to smother it if you are prone to this condition. The best
treatment for milia is prevention as these stubborn bumps can take
weeks to clear.
Be good to your eyes! If you are prone to milia, steer clear of
creamy eye shadows and choose instead a powder-based one. A light
moisturizing eye cream, like Noevir's Perfecting Eye Cream, can work wonders in preventing
milia by strengthening the skin under the eye, while also helping to
reduce dark circles and refreshing the area around the eye.
Be sure to thoroughly cleanse the area around the eye to remove
makeup and other impurities. Noevir's
Lip and Eye Makeup Remover is a gentle, non-greasy cleanser that
thoroughly removes both lip and eye makeup without drying out the
skin.
Finally, be sure to smooth on sunscreen daily to protect the area
around your eyes. Noevir offers
Raysela Face Protector SPF 30
which is perfect for sensitive skin. Shields against harmful UVA and
URB rays.
If you have any questions or
comments about this topic, please contact me by
e-mail.
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