The reason I decided to remove milia around my eyes, a review of the Agnes procedure at Vance Clinic Jamsil

A month ago, I had milia around my eyes removed using the Agnes procedure, and since the recovery has been going well, I would like to share my experience three weeks after the removal. As I have sensitive skin, I was most curious about the recovery process and skin changes after the procedure, and I also wanted to check for redness, pitting, and the possibility of recurrence.

 

Why didn't you originally intend to do it?

Having milia didn't cause me much discomfort, and I thought they would naturally improve over time. Since I could get by without removing them, I didn't feel that a procedure was absolutely necessary. Also, the process of getting them done and recovering was a bit daunting, so I just left them as they were!

What led you to visit the hospital?

First off, I have about three large, white milia that are quite visible under my eyes, and including the small ones, I have around eight to nine in total. They are particularly concentrated under my left eye, which bothers me more, and since they seem to be getting bigger, it has been subtly stressing me out. So, I visited Vance Clinic with the intention of getting a consultation first rather than trying to remove them all at once. Since the ones on the right are relatively less noticeable, I decided to leave them as they are and have just the three on the left eye area, where they are most visible, removed first.

 

 

Which hospital did you visit?

Vans Clinic Jamsil is conveniently located nearby, and I decided to visit again because I was satisfied with the results of my previous arm hair removal treatment. The procedure went well, and the results were great, so I thought it would be worth trying other treatments as well. I think that positive experience from back then was the reason I chose the clinic again.

 

❝ How was the consultation or treatment?

First of all, I was satisfied because you provided a thorough explanation about milia removal during the consultation and answered my questions in detail. The one you recommended for milia removal The Agnes procedure works on the principle of delivering high-frequency energy to the skin using micro-needles to destroy the structure in which milia form. You explained it to me!

 

 

So, I was satisfied to learn that the process involves not just simple removal but also minimizing the risk of recurrence, which made me want to try the procedure. They told me that I would need about three sessions at one-month intervals to get it fully clear, and that even after that, there might be a possibility of recurrence depending on my skin condition. Feeling confident about the effectiveness, I decided to proceed with the treatment. Since the procedure began immediately after soothing the area with only anesthetic cream—just an ice pack—there was some pain. Perhaps because the skin around the eyes is delicate, I kept tearing up during the procedure. It felt like the needle was being used multiple times, but it turned out the doctor had removed two additional ones as a complimentary service, so the pain subsided a bit.

 

What are the differences between procedures?

1) CO2 laser : A method of removing milia by burning the surface

2) Agnes : Treats the underlying cause of milia using high-frequency micro-insulated needles, helping to reduce recurrence.

3) Erbium YAG Laser : It is widely used for milia around the eyes because it causes minimal skin damage and allows for precise removal.

You mentioned that although Agnes is more commonly used for syringomas, it can also be used to remove milia!

 

❝ How do you feel looking back now?

I was more satisfied with the removal procedure than I expected. Actually, I wanted to get the Erbium YAG laser, which is known to be more effective and precise for milia, but the Agnes laser worked quickly for me as well. The manager initially told me that I would need three sessions to see a clear finish, but I felt like my skin had cleared up significantly just three weeks after my first treatment. I was bothered by the milia around my eyes, but after removing them, my skin looks much cleaner than before. The procedure itself wasn't completely painless, but it was manageable. It was also good in terms of aftercare, as I only needed to apply ointment and pay extra attention to sun protection when going out.

After the procedure, they applied a Medifoam bandage. They advised keeping it on for up to three days, so I washed my face with it on and kept it on for the full three days to prevent any potential irritation or inflammation. Afterwards, I managed the condition by applying the ointment prescribed by the dermatologist morning and evening.

Still, there was a recovery period. After about a week, some bruising started to appear at the treatment site, and it became very red like this. The area isn't large, but it was still the time I was most concerned about.

Starting from the second week, the redness subsided significantly, and by the third week, the scabs had mostly cleared up. If you have been constantly bothered by milia around your eyes, I think it would be a good idea to get a consultation first.

 

❍ Week 1: Red pigmentation, slight bruising

❍ Week 2: Redness subsides, scabs form

❍ Week 3: Slight redness is visible, but it has healed significantly and settled down.