Milia are something I see very regularly in the clinic, and most people are familiar with how they usually present: small, white, pearl-like bumps that sit just beneath the skin, often around the eyes or on the cheeks. However, what many people don’t realise is that milia don’t always appear as single, scattered spots. In some cases, they can form in what we often describe as “cluster milia”, where multiple milia sit closely together in one concentrated area, rather than individually. This type of presentation can look quite different and understandably cause concern. Clustered milia often appear as a group of closely packed bumps, commonly in areas like the corner

When you come to see a skin practitioner like me, you’re not just coming for a treatment. You’re placing trust in the person in front of you to understand your skin, to assess it carefully, and to guide you safely. That is something I take incredibly seriously. Working with skin blemishes regularly, I constantly observe, compare, and assess what I see. No two blemishes are ever the same, and even the most common blemishes can present differently from one person to another. This is why ongoing training is not optional in my field, it is essential. Over the years, I’ve invested in advanced education, both within the advanced cosmetic industry

When I meet clients who have a verruca, 99% tell me they have tried everything over the counter and more than once, and nothing has been successful, and/or it went away but is back. Verrucas can be incredibly stubborn, and if you’ve been treating one for weeks or even months with little success, you’re definitely not alone. They have a frustrating way of improving slightly, looking like they’re disappearing, and then reappearing just when you think you’re winning. The reason for that often comes down to what a verruca actually is. It isn’t just thickened skin on the foot. It’s caused by a virus. The human papillomavirus (HPV). This virus