If You Have Tiny White Bumps on Your Face, Don’t Try to Remove Them! Here’s What They Really Are — and How to Treat Them Safely

What Exactly Are These Tiny White Bumps?

Milia are small, hard, pearl-like cysts that sit just under the skin. They’re not acne, not caused by dirt, and not a sign of poor hygiene. Instead, they form when dead skin cells get trapped instead of naturally shedding.