Skin Tag Treatment
Understanding Skin Tag
A skin tag is a small, benign growth that typically appears on areas of the body where skin rubs against skin or clothing. While harmless, they can be bothersome or cosmetically undesirable. Skin tags are easily removed through various methods, including freezing, cutting, or tying off.
The Procedure
- Electrosurgery: A high-frequency electric current is used to burn off the skin tag, leaving behind smooth skin.
- Excision: Surgical removal of the skin tag using a scalpel or surgical scissors. This method may be preferred for larger or more stubborn tags.
Types of Skin Tags
Skin tags can vary in size, shape, and appearance. They are typically flesh-colored or slightly darker and may appear as:
- Small, soft bumps
- Hanging or dangling skin
- Smooth or wrinkled texture
Used For
Skin tag removal is primarily sought for cosmetic reasons or to alleviate discomfort caused by friction or irritation. Common areas where skin tags occur include:
- Neck
- Underarms
- Groin area
- Eyelids
- Face, including around the eyes and mouth
- Hairline and scalp
How It's Treated on the Face and Hair
Removing skin tags from delicate areas such as the face and hairline requires precision and expertise to avoid scarring or damage to surrounding tissues. Our trained professionals use specialized techniques tailored to these sensitive areas, ensuring minimal discomfort and optimal results. Whether you're troubled by unsightly skin tags on your face or hairline, we offer personalized treatment plans to address your specific concerns and restore smooth, clear skin.
Our Approach
At OJAS Hair and Skin Clinic, our commitment is to deliver exceptional results and enhance the confidence of our clients through safe, effective, and personalized skin tag removal treatments. Trust us to help you achieve smoother, clearer skin and embrace your natural beauty with confidence.
Frequently asked questions
Most procedures involve minimal discomfort. For larger tags or sensitive areas, we apply a topical anesthetic or use a local injection to numb the area. You may feel a mild pinch or warming sensation during cauterization, but it's very tolerable.
When performed by our expert dermatologists, scarring is minimal to none. Small tags often heal without any trace. Larger tags may leave a tiny flat mark that fades over time. We use techniques that minimize damage to surrounding skin.
Removal of a single skin tag takes just a few seconds to a minute. For multiple tags, the total time depends on the number but is still quick – often 10-20 minutes for several tags.
Once a skin tag is properly removed, it does not grow back. However, new skin tags may develop in other areas, especially if you are prone to them. We can remove new tags as they appear.
There is no downtime. You can resume normal activities immediately. After cauterization or excision, a small scab forms and heals in 5-7 days. We'll provide aftercare instructions.
We strongly advise against home removal. Over-the-counter freezing kits or cutting tags yourself can lead to infection, bleeding, scarring, or incomplete removal. Always have skin tags evaluated and removed by a dermatologist to ensure safety and proper healing.
Skin tags are benign and not cancerous. However, any new or changing growth should be examined by a dermatologist to rule out other skin conditions. We always perform a visual inspection before removal.