While skin tags are harmless, many people may want to get rid of theirs because they find them unsightly and bothersome, especially if they are located in visible areas like the face or neck. With skin tag removers, you have an effective, quick, and affordable way of getting rid of these pesky growths. However, before using any medication or removal device such as a skin tag remover, there are a couple of things you need to keep in mind to ensure safety for yourself, as well as to make sure that the remover you buy is effective. With this guide, you can learn more about skin tags, and how to deal with them by using skin tag removers.
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"If you’re tired of seeing certain skin tags on your body, I understand how frustrating that can be. Celebrities like Demi Lovato have opted for treatments in order to remove them. An option for you is to use skin tag removers which freeze those pesky skin tags in order to kill off those cells and make them fall off. Convenient isn’t it?"
How To Use a Skin Tag Removing Device
Most skin tag removers typically function by cutting off blood circulation to the skin tag that needs to be removed. They do this by placing a band at the base of the skin tag. With the lack of blood flow to the tag, the tissue in it eventually dies, and the tag falls off.
Once you’ve cleaned the area around the skin tag properly, place one removal band on the base of the removing device’s cone, place the band remover around the cone, and keep pushing it down until it meets the band. Place the cone over the skin tag and level it with the surface of the skin. Push the band toward the skin while pulling the cone away. The band should then be placed securely around the base of the skin tag until the tag naturally falls off.
Things To Consider Before Using a Skin Tag Remover
Size of the skin tag
Determine the size of the skin tag you want removed. Different skin tag removers are meant for different-sized tags, so if you buy a remover meant for smaller tags and you have a relatively larger tag, the remover may not be effective. If your skin tag is especially large, you may need to consult a dermatologist to have it removed.
Healing time and scarring
Most skin tag removers will take anywhere between two days to three weeks to remove the tag entirely. If you’re looking for faster results with minimal scarring, look for a remover that offers quick removal. This factor depends largely on your preference.
Purpose-made skin tag removers are recommended because they don’t cause long-term damage to your skin and lower the risk of scars after removal of the tag.
Ease of use
Ideally, your skin tag remover should be safe and simple to use without the need for a medical professional to assist you. The whole point of these contraptions is to make the process easy for you to perform at home, so look for a remover that is designed for ergonomic usage.
Sensitivity to pain
We’re sure you want to opt for the least painful option, as zero pain during the removal process is a huge plus. Especially if your skin tag is located in a particularly sensitive area, you will want to choose a remover that is safe and easy to use and causes minimal to no pain. Read the instructions to ensure that there is minimal risk of pain and irritation from removal.
Other Ways To Remove Skin Tags
Skin tag removal cream
These creams don’t contain any active ingredients, and while some people swear by them, doctors state that none of them have proven to be clinically effective.
Skin tag removal surgery
If you’re not comfortable with performing the removal yourself, you can always consult a medical professional who can provide removal services in the form of a small cosmetic surgery procedure to remove the tag.
Skin tag removal patches
These are small patches that can be fitted over a skin tag to make it fall off. The plaster contains medication that transfers onto the tag and works by cutting off the blood supply to it over a period of a week or more.
Cryotag freezing
Professional removal will typically involve cryotherapy (freezing) of the skin tag. While effective, this procedure can be unnecessarily expensive.
Natural remedies
Dr. Alpana Mohta, a dual-certified dermatologist, provided us with some natural remedies that can be effective and safe to treat small, uncomplicated skin tags. She says, "one at-home method to remove skin tags is to tie a piece of dental floss or string around the base of the skin tag to cut off its blood supply. After a few days, the skin tag should dry up and fall off on its own. Another option is to apply apple cider vinegar or tea tree oil to the skin tag several times a day until it shrinks and falls off." Always remember to consult with your dermatologist if a skin tag is irregular in size, growing, or painful.
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