NIC Cosmetology Written (Theory) ExamSkin Care and ServicesEasy
During a skin analysis, a cosmetologist observes small, white, pearl-like papules under the skin, typically around the eyes, cheeks, and forehead. These lesions are not inflamed and do not have an open pore. What skin condition do these indicate?
- AComedones
- BMilia
- CCysts
- DPustules
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: B. Milia
Milia are small, white, pearl-like masses of sebum and dead cells under the skin, often found around the eyes, and are not associated with inflammation or open pores.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. Comedones (blackheads/whiteheads) are associated with pores and can be open or closed, but milia are distinct.
- C. Cysts are larger, deeper, and often painful lesions filled with fluid or pus.
- D. Pustules are inflamed, pus-filled lesions.
Milia
Small, white, pearl-like keratin-filled cysts that appear under the skin, typically around the eyes, cheeks, and forehead.
- Keratin-filled cysts
- Non-inflamed
- No open pore
- Often found around eyes
Memory trick: White pearls under skin? Milia's the win!