Milia: What They Are, Why They Appear and How to Treat Them

Photo by Jonathan Fors on Unsplash What are milia? Milia are small, firm white or yellowish bumps that appear on the skin, most commonly around the eyes, cheeks and forehead. Although they are often mistaken for whiteheads, milia are not a form of acne. They are harmless, non-inflammatory cysts filled …

Glow Like Christmas: Why Vitamin C Is the Modern-Day Orange in Your Stocking

Photo by Alicja Gancarz on Unsplash There’s a reason oranges have long found their way into Christmas stockings: they symbolise brightness, generosity, and a little burst of luxury in the darkest part of the year. Today, that same spirit of radiance lives on in a different kind of citrus delight—vitamin …