Look for pure aloe vera, or find products that contain aloe vera along with other non-irritating ingredients. Segmental vitiligo is less common than non-segmental vitiligo, although it's more common in children. It usually starts earlier and affects around 3 in 10 children with vitiligo. What causes vitiligo? Jung YS, Cho SH, Lee JD, Kim HS. Multiple eruptive milia coexisting with milia en plaque. J Clin Investig Dermatol. 2016;4(4):1.

Medical News Today has strict sourcing guidelines and draws only from peer-reviewed studies, academic research institutions, and medical journals and associations. We avoid using tertiary references. We link primary sources — including studies, scientific references, and statistics — within each article and also list them in the resources section at the bottom of our articles. You can learn more about how we ensure our content is accurate and current by reading our editorial policy. You shouldn’t try to squeeze or scrape off milia on your own, as you might do with a pimple. This can scar your skin or cause an infection. There are things you can do at home that can help:Although treatment may help restore colour to your skin, the effect does not usually last. Treatment cannot stop the condition spreading. Zampino MR, et al. (2007). Prevalence ofpityriasis versicolor in a group of Italian pregnant women. DOI: If you experience whiteheads while pregnant (which is extremely common), Dr. Kobets suggests talking with your doctor about a prescription topical known as azelaic acid (Finacea), which can help with post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. However, apple cider vinegar can be very harsh on the skin. It may be necessary to dilute it into a mixture containing 75% water or more. Even then, it may be too harsh for some skin types. It may be best for people with very oily skin types when used as a treatment for problem areas. Pay attention to any signs of irritation. If you have non-segmental vitiligo, your immune system destroys the melanocyte skin cells that make melanin.

The skin barrier is restored by using pH-balanced cleansers that wash off dirt and oils but replenish the skin with ceramides, explains Dr. Kobets. One of her personal favorites is the CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser"because it has a foaming action, but still has the protective ingredients of ceramides, hyaluronic acid, and niacinamide which is an antioxidant that reduces redness and pigmentation.” And if the whitehead doesn't pop, leave it alone! “You can speed things along by applying a warm compress to the pimple and this will help push the contents to the surface faster and help the whitehead drain naturally,” explains Dr. Yadav. “Whiteheads tend to easily resolve on their own, so just let them.”Hinen HB, Gathings RM, Shuler M, Wine Lee L. Successful treatment of facial milia in an infant with orofaciodigital syndrome type 1. Pediatr Dermatol. 2018;35(1):e88-e89. doi:10.1111/pde.13350 Primary milia: Primary milia are small cysts that are common on your eyelids, forehead, cheeks or genitals. They affect both children and adults.

A GP may also ask you about the spread of vitiligo and the impact it has on your life. For example, how much it affects your confidence and self-esteem, and whether it affects your job. Wood's lamp Milia are usually diagnosed by their typical appearance and generally no investigations are needed. However, occasionally, if the diagnosis is uncertain or if milia en plaque are suspected, a skin biopsy might be recommended. Lanoue J, Goldenberg G. Basal Cell Carcinoma: A Comprehensive Review of Existing and Emerging Nonsurgical Therapies. J Clin Aesthet Dermatol. 2016;9(5):26-36. Many OTC products, creams, and washes contain salicylic acid. Choosing a product with simple, clean ingredients that include salicylic acid may help a person discover if the compound is right for their skin.Witch hazel may be a helpful tool for some to use during their regular skincare routine. It does dry out the skin, so it may not be right for regular use of those who are prone to dryness. Problems with confidence and self-esteem are common in people with vitiligo, particularly if it affects areas of skin that are frequently exposed. Help and support Ghosh S, Sangal S. Congenital milia en plaque on scalp. Indian J Dermatol. 2015;60(1):105. doi:10.4103/0019-5154.147871 Vitiligo is not caused by an infection and you cannot catch it from someone else who has it. Diagnosing vitiligo

Meet Our Experts: Rahi Sarbaziha, MD, integrative aesthetics specialist in Beverly Hills and founder of Dr. Rahi, Geeta Yadav, MD, board-certified dermatologist and founder of FACET Dermatology, Kseniya Kobets, MD, dermatologist and director of cosmetic dermatology at Montefiore-Einstein Advanced Care Lastly, salicylic acid is also a must since it's a chemical exfoliant that works within the pore, rather than on the skin's surface, to break down dead skin cells and other buildup that leaves pores congested, says Dr. Yadav. Regularly using a salicylic acid product, can help get rid of whiteheads, keep pores clear, and act as an anti-inflammatory agent to help with post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, adds Dr. Kobets. patches of your skin have changed colour – if it's pityriasis versicolor, it will usually only go away if treated First of all, in my professional opinion, I do not recommend to strip acne skin of oils with harsh astringents, scrubs, and alcohols,” says Dr. Kobets. “Instead, we need to gently restore the skin barrier to restore balance, because by restoring the skin barrier dysfunction, it also preps the skin to tolerate more irritating acne-treatment regimens whether over the counter or prescribed by dermatologists.” there's a family history of other autoimmune conditions – for example, if one of your parents has pernicious anaemia (an autoimmune condition that affects the stomach)As non-segmental vitiligo is closely associated with other autoimmune conditions, you may be assessed to see whether you have any symptoms that could suggest an autoimmune condition, such as: In the same vein, taming oil production is also key for whitehead prevention. “I'd suggest using a skincare product that contains niacinamide, which can help regulate oil production,” notes Dr. Yadav. “Oil can be a favorite food of blemish-causing bacteria, so it's important to keep skin clean and balanced.”