What is a Milia?

Milia are small, hard, white or yellowish bumps that form just under the surface of the skin. Typically, these bumps appear around the eyes, cheeks, or nose, but they can show up anywhere on the face or even the body. Unlike pimples or acne, milia do not cause redness, inflammation, or pain, and they feel like tiny grains of sand or grit under the skin. While milia are harmless and non-contagious, they can be bothersome, especially when they appear on the face or in highly visible areas.

Milia Removal

What causes Milia?

Milia form when keratin, a natural protein in the skin, gets trapped under the surface. This can happen for a few reasons, such as:

Skin damage or irritation

Blocked sweat glands

Milia are harmless, but they can be bothersome or noticeable, especially when they show up on areas like the eyes or cheeks.

Treatment for Milia

The most common treatment is needle extraction, which is a gentle procedure:

The area is cleaned to keep it sterile.

A fine, sterile needle is used to make a tiny opening in the skin.

The milia are carefully removed, leaving the skin smooth and clear.

Why Choose Chequers Health

Consultant Led Care

Fast and Effective Services

Modern and Comfortable Setting with Ample Parking

Patients from Bolton, Bury, Manchester, Wigan and the Northwest choose Chequers Health for professional Minor Skin Surgery.

Our Treatment Process

Consultant-Led Care, Guided by Best Clinical Practice

Consultation

Your journey starts with a consultation with one of our specialists. During this appointment, we’ll assess the skin concern, review your medical history, and discuss suitable treatment options. If appropriate, we can perform the procedure on the same day.

Procedure

The procedure is carried out under local anaesthetic to ensure your comfort. Our clinicians carefully remove the lesion, mole, cyst, or other skin growth using a safe, minimally invasive technique.

Aftercare & Follow-up

You’ll receive full aftercare instructions to help your skin heal properly. If stitches were placed, a stitch removal or wound check appointment will be scheduled, usually 1 week after your procedure

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Consultation £50

Milia Removal £99

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Our Consultants

Dr. Ibrahim Hamami
Dr. Ibrahim Hamami
Dr. Ibrahim Hamami is an experienced General Practitioner with over 30 years of medical expertise. A graduate of 1989, he has built a distinguished career grounded in excellence and patient-centered care. In addition to his extensive clinical background, Dr. Hamami has contributed to medical education as a trainer and examiner at King’s College and Imperial College London, and as a PLAB examiner. At our practice, Dr. Hamami leads our minor surgery services, providing skilled and compassionate care backed by decades of professional experience.

Frequently Asked Questions

Milia are small, hard, white or yellowish bumps that form just under the surface of the skin. They often appear around the eyes, cheeks, or nose, but can also develop on other parts of the face or body. Unlike acne, milia are not red, painful, or inflamed, and they feel like tiny grains under the skin.

No. Milia are completely harmless and non-contagious. They don’t cause pain or infection but can be bothersome or affect confidence, especially when they appear in visible areas.

Milia form when keratin, a natural skin protein, becomes trapped beneath the surface. This can happen after skin irritation, burns, rashes, or certain treatments that damage the skin. Sometimes, blocked sweat glands can also lead to milia, especially in new-borns, but adults can get them too.

In many cases, yes. Milia can disappear naturally over time. However, if they persist or you’d like to remove them sooner, a simple in-clinic treatment can quickly clear them.

At Chequers Health, we use a safe and effective method called needle extraction.
Here’s how it works:

  1. The area is gently cleaned and sterilised.

  2. A fine sterile needle makes a tiny opening in the skin.

  3. The milia are carefully extracted, leaving your skin smooth and clear.

The procedure is quick, with minimal discomfort and little to no downtime.

Our experienced minor surgery team offers professional, comfortable care in a clean, safe environment. We focus on gentle techniques and fast recovery, helping you achieve clear, healthy-looking skin.

Patients from Bolton, Bury, Manchester, Wigan, and nearby areas trust us for expert skincare and treatments.

To learn more or book your milia removal consultation, contact Chequers Health today:

Call: 01204 928850
Email: info@chequershealth.co.uk

We’ll be happy to answer your questions and help you take the first step toward smooth, clear skin.