Milia Removal in London
Consultant-led · day surgery · Harley Street, London
Milia are small, firm white bumps that commonly appear around the eyes and cheeks. At Minor Surgery UK a consultant removes them precisely from £150, usually in a single same-day visit. The treatment is quick and you return to normal activities right away.
What milia removal involves
Each milium is released through a tiny opening in the skin and gently extracted, often with the help of a fine needle and cautery. The technique is precise to protect the delicate skin around the eyes.
When a growth needs checking, not just removing
Most milia are harmless, but any skin lesion that is changing, bleeding, crusting, not healing, or simply doesn't look typical should be assessed to rule out skin cancer before any cosmetic removal. If a consultant has any concern about a lesion, it is investigated and, where removed, sent for laboratory analysis (histology) rather than simply taken off for appearance.
When to have milia removed
Milia are harmless but persistent — they don't usually clear with skincare. Removal is chosen when they are cosmetically bothersome, particularly clusters around the eyes and cheeks.
Recovery
There may be tiny marks that settle within a few days. You can return to normal activities the same day, following simple aftercare.
Cost
Milia removal starts from £150; the price depends on the number treated. [Indicative — confirm against your price list before publishing.]
Why choose Minor Surgery UK
Precise, consultant-led removal — including delicate areas around the eyes — in a CQC-registered London clinic.
Frequently asked questions
How much does milia removal cost?
At Minor Surgery UK, milia removal starts from £150, depending on how many are treated, confirmed at consultation.
What are milia?
Milia are small, firm white bumps that form when keratin gets trapped under the skin, commonly around the eyes and cheeks. They are harmless but persistent.
Can I remove milia at home?
It's not advised — picking at milia, especially near the eyes, risks scarring and infection. A clinician can remove them safely and precisely.
Is milia removal painful?
Removal is quick and well tolerated; local anaesthetic can be used for comfort, particularly for clusters or sensitive areas.
Do milia come back?
Treated milia don't usually return in the same spot, though new milia can form over time depending on your skin.
How long does it take?
Milia removal usually takes 10 to 20 minutes as a same-day, walk-in-walk-out treatment.