Skin tags are small bumps that appear on the skin mostly when we get older, they are benign tumors of the skin.
Skin tags occur in places where the skin rubs against skin or fabric, like the eyelids, armpits, upper chest or under the breasts, those are the most common places where skin tags can develop.
These small pieces of hanging skin are not harmful, but they still are undesirable to have and people mostly want to get rid of them for aesthetic and cosmetic reasons, after all who wants a hanging skin on their face, right? In this article we will show you some ways on how to remove skin tags and get your flawless skin back.
1. A tag removal device
Skin tag removal could be done by a professional as it could be done by a normal person, they just need to use the right method and the right technique so that they would not damage the skin while removing skin tags.
The first method of removing skin tags is using a tag removal device, it is pen like device that has a round opening and tight band around it, you put it on top of the skin tag and then you pull the band over the skin tag, the band will stop blood supply from reaching the skin tag and it will die and fall off after 7 to 10 days, this process is called ligation.
2. String
You can find a lot of types of tag removal devices, and the price range varies depending on the quality of the device, but some people do not want to spend those extra dollars for the skin tag removal device, instead they go for the string method.
In this method, you can use a string or a dental floss and tighten it around the base of the skin tag to stop the blood supply from reaching, hence it will die and fall off after several days.
Using a string to remove a skin tag may take more time than the tag removal device because you will need to tighten the string every now and then, and you should also be extra careful to prevent any infections, you should clean the string, the skin and your hands thoroughly.
3. Skin tag removal cream
If the ligation process is not typically your cup of tea, then you could go for a less rough method like the skin tag removal cream. You can find creams that help remove skin tags, instead of removing them using a rubber band or a tight string.
To apply this type of creams, you need to clean the area where the skin tag is thoroughly and disinfect it using alcohol and then apply the cream on top of the skin tag, usually you need to apply the cream only once and it will take up to 3 or 4 weeks for the skin tag to fall off.
4. Freezing kit
Another method to remove skin tags is the freezing method, you can easily get products that contain liquid nitrogen from any drugstore near your house.
The first step would be to clean the skin tag area thoroughly with alcohol, the use petroleum jelly to the skin around the tag to protect it from the liquid nitrogen, then spray the product you got on the skin tag, you may need to apply this method multiple times for the skin tag to fall off; which usually occurs after 10 days on average.
5. Tea tree oil
The common idea is that tea tree oil is used in skin care products that address acne and promise clear skin. Tea tree oil has many benefits and one of them is its ability to remove skin tags, this method is easy.
You just need to apply tea tree essential oil on a cotton ball and put it directly on the skintag, the fix it in place using a bandage, leave it there for 10 to 15 minutes. Repeat this method 3 times daily and the problem should be eradicated within a maximum of 3 weeks.
6. Apple cider vinegar
Anecdotally, Apple cider vinegar is known to be beneficial for skin and hair care applications. But apparently, it can always take care of those skin tags.
The apple cider vinegar method is similar to the tea tree oil one, you just need to soak a cotton ball with apple cider vinegar and then fixate it on the skin tag using a bandage, leave it there for 10 to 15 minutes and then remove it, repeat this method three times a day.
The tag should be eliminated in a period of 2 to 3 weeks. Be careful while using apple cider vinegar on your skin especially if you have the sensitive type, if you notice any irritation or feel any discomfort remove the cotton ball immediately.
7. Iodine
You can use Iodine to remove skin tags, but you need to be careful in order not to damage the skin around it.
Apply a layer of coconut oil or petroleum jelly in the skin surrounding the tag to protect it, then use a Q tip to apply Iodine directly on the tag, cover it with a bandage and leave it on for about 15 minutes until the Iodine dries out, you need to repeat this step twice a day for several days until the tag falls off.
8. Cutting
The last and quickest method for removing skin tags is cutting. This method need to be done by a professional because it does not apply on all skin tags, it can only be used on skin tags that have a narrow base but if the skin tag is medium or large then use one of the above mentioned methods.
Having skin tags is not something pleasant and everyone tries to get rid of them as soon as they get them, now you know several methods that you can use in order to get rid of them easily.
Let us know in the comments below if you have ever experienced skin tags and what is the method you used to get rid of them and share this article with your friends and family.
