How serious are those strange white bumps that suddenly appear on your body? Not very, unless they're something else ...

Here is what to do if you spot strange white bumps on your lips or genitals, a condition known medically as fordyce spots.

Medically reviewed by Marisa Garshick, MD White spots on the skin can be caused by sun exposure or conditions including milia ...

White bumps called milia are the most common cause, but bumps on the face can also be from closed pores, cysts, keratoses, ...

"These pink-brown, hard bumps in the skin are technically a type of scar ... using a half-and-half solution of cool water and white vinegar to make compresses, then applying them to the area ...

Identifying the cause is crucial, so consulting a healthcare provider for persistent or painful white bumps is recommended.

White spots on the face can cover a small or large area of skin. They can be hard bumps or flat patches. Possible causes include milia, pityriasis alba, vitiligo, and more. Many people experience ...

Retinols are brilliant at kick-starting cell turnover, and fewer layers of dead skin results in fewer obstructions, fewer white bumps and a more even skin texture. • Avoid sun exposure ...