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Aesthetic Medicine Specialist
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Milia are tiny 1 to 2 mm keratin cysts, often cleared in one session of about 15 to 30 minutes using fine ablative laser, electrocautery, or extraction at our Myeongdong (Seoul) location.
Milia removal in Myeongdong, Seoul clears tiny keratin-filled cysts by making a small opening and releasing the core, or by using a fine ablative laser or precise electrocautery for deeper ones. Most clusters are treated in one 15 to 30 minute session at our Myeongdong (Seoul) location, with only minor pinpoint healing over a few days.
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Milia removal is a minor in-clinic procedure that clears milia, tiny keratin-filled cysts roughly 1 to 2 millimetres wide that sit just beneath the skin surface. They often appear as small white or yellowish bumps around the eyes, on the cheeks, and on the forehead. Unlike whiteheads, milia have no obvious opening, so they cannot simply be squeezed out at home, which is why a controlled clinical technique is used.
Milia are classified as primary, arising spontaneously from the base of vellus hairs, or secondary, appearing after skin trauma such as burns, blistering, or certain treatments. Removal targets the keratin core and, for stubborn lesions, the cyst wall. Depending on depth and number, a doctor may use manual extraction, a fine ablative laser, or precise electrocautery, sometimes combining methods in one session.
At Reberry Clinic, milia removal is consultation-led. The clinic’s doctors at our Myeongdong (Seoul) location, led by Dr. Seung Jae Baek, Medical Director, first assess the number, depth, and type of your milia, then choose the gentlest effective method. Located at 5, Myeongdong 10-gil, Jung-gu, about 5 minutes from Myeongdong Station, the clinic offers English-language support for international patients.
Milia removal uses a small set of precise techniques matched to each lesion. Manual extraction is the simplest: the doctor makes a tiny opening with a sterile blade or needle, then gently expresses the keratin core, which suits superficial milia. Deeper or recurrent milia often respond better to a fine ablative laser, typically a focused CO2 or Er:YAG beam that photo-vaporises the cyst wall in a controlled, targeted way while sparing surrounding skin. Precise electrocautery is another option, using a fine heated tip to open and destroy the cyst. Laser and electrocautery are especially useful for stubborn milia that manual release leaves behind, and they allow careful work near delicate areas such as the eyelids. Numbing is used where needed for comfort. Because Asian skin can be prone to temporary pigment change after laser, the clinic’s doctors work at conservative settings and plan aftercare accordingly. The method or mix chosen depends on your milia, which is confirmed at consultation.
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Doctors examine each milium, often 5 to 30 in one area, checking depth and location to choose the safest method.
The area is cleansed and, for laser or electrocautery, numbing is applied so the 15 to 30 minute session stays comfortable.
A tiny opening is made, or a fine ablative laser or electrocautery tip targets the cyst, working 1 lesion at a time with precision.
The keratin core is expressed, or the cyst wall is vaporised, clearing most milia in a single pass during the visit.
The skin is soothed and aftercare explained; redness usually fades within about 1 week, and a short follow-up is offered if new milia appear later.
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The clinic’s doctors at our Myeongdong (Seoul) location assess your milia by number, depth, and type, then explain the gentlest effective method in English.
Most milia sessions take about 15 to 30 minutes, with numbing applied first for laser or electrocautery for comfort.
Many milia are cleared in a single visit, so most patients complete removal in 1 appointment rather than a long course.
Treated milia are gone once the tiny openings heal over several days, with any redness or small scab fading within about a week.
Gentle skincare and sun protection support healing, and new milia that appear later can be handled at a short follow-up.
Milia removal is a minor in-clinic procedure that clears tiny 1 to 2 mm keratin cysts sitting just below the skin surface. A doctor makes a small opening and releases the core, or uses a fine ablative laser or electrocautery for deeper ones. You can learn more on our laser treatment page.
No, milia have no obvious opening like whiteheads, so squeezing rarely works and can bruise or scar the skin. A doctor makes a controlled tiny opening or uses laser or electrocautery to clear them safely. This is why milia are best removed in-clinic rather than picked at home, especially near the eyes.
Three main methods are used: manual extraction for superficial milia, fine ablative laser for deeper or stubborn ones, and precise electrocautery. Your doctor may combine methods in one session based on lesion depth and number. Each is a targeted technique explained on our laser treatment page and chosen at consultation.
Discomfort is usually minimal, and numbing is applied for laser or electrocautery so sessions stay comfortable. Manual extraction feels like a brief pinprick per lesion. Most patients tolerate a 15 to 30 minute session well. Your doctor confirms comfort measures for your chosen method before starting the procedure.
Most milia sessions take about 15 to 30 minutes depending on how many lesions are treated. Clearing a few milia is quick, while larger clusters take longer within the same visit. Many patients complete removal in a single appointment, which your doctor confirms after assessing your milia at consultation.
Most milia clusters are cleared in one session, so repeat visits are often unnecessary. Occasionally a short follow-up helps if new or late-appearing milia surface over the following weeks. Your doctor confirms the likely number after assessing depth and count, and can review a supportive skin care routine to reduce recurrence.
Downtime is minor: expect small pinpoint marks or tiny scabs that settle over several days. Manual extraction may leave only faint redness. Avoid picking any scabs and use gentle skincare while healing. Most people return to normal activities immediately, with any redness fading within roughly a week after the session.
Treated milia are gone as soon as the tiny openings heal, usually over several days, so results appear quickly rather than gradually. Any small scab or redness fades within about a week. New milia forming later are a separate matter that your doctor can review at a short follow-up if needed.
Removed milia do not typically return, but new milia can form over time depending on your skin, so this is managed rather than fixed once and for all. Gentle exfoliation and a non-comedogenic skin care routine may reduce recurrence. Late-appearing milia can be treated at a follow-up visit.
It depends on your milia: extraction suits superficial, accessible lesions, while a fine ablative laser or electrocautery handles deeper or stubborn ones more efficiently. Your doctor assesses depth and number to recommend the gentlest effective method, sometimes combining them. There is no single best choice for everyone, only the right fit for your skin.
Yes, milia removal is often paired with skin-refining care, and a supportive routine helps the skin recover and may reduce new milia. Combining it with a tailored skin care routine or gentle exfoliation is common. Your doctor recommends complementary care that suits your skin at consultation.
Most adults with confirmed milia on the face are suitable for doctor-led removal. A consultation counts and assesses your lesions and confirms the safest method for your skin type. If any lesion looks uncertain, your doctor assesses it first, so removal is performed only on clearly identified milia for safety.
Milia removal is a widely performed minor procedure that is generally considered safe when a trained doctor uses appropriate methods and settings for your skin type. A consultation reduces risks such as temporary redness or, in deeper tones, pigment change. You can review the approach on our laser treatment page first.
Yes, deeper skin tones may need more conservative laser settings to reduce the chance of temporary pigment change, and research in Asian skin supports this cautious approach. Your doctor adjusts the method and settings to your Fitzpatrick type so treatment stays safe. This careful planning is part of every consultation at our Myeongdong location.
Milia removal is available at our Myeongdong (Seoul) location at 5, Myeongdong 10-gil, Jung-gu, about 5 minutes from Myeongdong Station, with Dr. Seung Jae Baek, Medical Director. The clinic offers English-language support for international patients. You can explore related options on our laser treatment page before booking.
For milia removal, 1 to 2 days in Seoul is usually comfortable, allowing a consultation and the session, with minor healing afterwards. Many international patients combine it with other skincare while visiting. Our English-speaking team at Myeongdong helps coordinate timing around your travel plans and any other treatments.
Yes, flying within a day or so is generally fine, since milia removal is a minor procedure with only pinpoint healing. Cabin air is drying, so moisturise gently and protect treated skin from sun. Avoid picking any small scabs while you travel, and your doctor gives tailored aftercare for your method.
| Manual Extraction | Fine Ablative Laser | Electrocautery | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mechanism | Tiny opening then keratin core is expressed | Focused CO2 or Er:YAG beam vaporises the cyst wall | Fine heated tip opens and destroys the cyst |
| Best for | Superficial, accessible milia | Deeper, stubborn milia and larger counts | Persistent milia needing precise heat |
| Comfort | Quick, usually well tolerated | Numbing used; brief and controlled | Numbing used; short and targeted |
| Downtime | Usually minimal, tiny marks fade | Minor pinpoint scabbing that settles in days | Minor pinpoint scabbing that settles in days |
| Results timeline | Cleared once tiny openings heal | Cleared as pinpoint areas heal over days | Cleared as pinpoint areas heal over days |
| Sessions | Often one, follow-up if new milia appear | Often one, occasionally a review visit | Often one, occasionally a review visit |
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