Tiny White Bumps That Never Go – What They Really Are (Not Always Acne!)

Tiny White Bumps That Never Go – What They Really Are (Not Always Acne!)

Ever noticed tiny white or skin-colored bumps on your face that just won’t go away—no matter how many facewashes or scrubs you use?

You might assume they’re pimples. But often, they’re not acne at all.

Let’s decode what these stubborn bumps really are—and what to do about them.

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🔍 First: What Do These Bumps Look Like?

• Small, hard white dots

• No redness, no pus

• Not painful

• Often seen around the eyes, cheeks, forehead, or chin

• Stay for weeks or even months

If this sounds familiar, you might be dealing with something other than acne.

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🧴 What Could They Be?

1. Milia (Milk Spots)

• Most common culprit

• Tiny cysts filled with keratin (not oil or pus)

• Caused by trapped dead skin under the surface

• Often seen around the eyes or cheeks

• Not inflamed or itchy

Important: Milia won’t respond to acne creams or scrubbing.

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2. Closed Comedones

• A type of acne

• Small whiteheads caused by clogged pores

• Can turn into bigger pimples later

• Respond to exfoliation or retinoids

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3. Sebaceous Hyperplasia

• Enlarged oil glands

• Look like soft, yellowish bumps with a central dip

• Common in people with oily skin, especially in their 30s or 40s

• Not harmful, but persistent

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4. Syringomas

• Benign sweat gland tumors

• Often seen as clusters of tiny bumps under the eyes

• Usually genetic or hormonal

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5. Keratosis Pilaris (on arms, thighs)

• Not usually on the face

• Feels rough and bumpy

• Caused by buildup of keratin blocking hair follicles

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❌ What NOT to Do

• Don’t try to pop them—they won’t come out like pimples

• Avoid harsh scrubs or picking (can scar or irritate skin)

• Don’t keep switching products every few days

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✅ What Helps?

✔ Professional extraction (for milia)

✔ Gentle exfoliants (AHAs, BHAs)

✔ Retinoids to regulate cell turnover

✔ Hydration to support barrier repair

✔ Consultation with a dermatologist for exact diagnosis

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🧑‍⚕️ Dr. Rizwan Recommends:

“Every small bump isn’t acne. Many people waste months using the wrong treatments.

Let us identify it correctly—whether it’s milia, comedones, or something else—so you can finally get clear, smooth skin.”

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📍 Book Your Skin Analysis at

Dr. Rizwan’s Skin, Cosmetic & Laser Clinic – Shahjahanpur

Personalized solutions. Real results.

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