Moles and skin tags are common skin growths that many people choose to get removed for a variety of reasons such as irritation from clothing or jewelry, improved confidence or self esteem, or simply for cosmetic reasons. With the growing popularity of online shopping sites, it has become more accessible than ever to purchase at-home mole and skin tag removal products. Products like salicylic acid, skin tag removal creams, removal pens, cryogenic kits, and removal serums are all products marketed as quick and easy alternatives to professional treatment. It may seem like a viable option at first, however many people are unaware of the potential risks that come with attempting to remove moles and skin tags at home. It’s always best to have your mole or skin tag removed by a trained professional. Call us today at (805) 622-2582 to learn more about our procedures or to schedule your appointment.
Learn More About the Risks of At-Home Mole Mole Removal and Skin Tag Removal
One of the biggest concerns with at-home removal methods is that it encourages people to self treat skin growths without professional evaluation. Most moles and skin tags are harmless, but not every growth is benign. Changes in size, color, shape, or even texture can indicate a more serious condition that should be examined by a medical professional. Attempting to remove a mole or skin tag on your own can result in infection, permanent scarring, and a delayed proper diagnosis.
Salicylic Acid: Products such as Salicylic Acid rely on harsh chemicals to destroy the skin’s tissue. When applied to moles and skin tags, this method of removal can be unpredictable. Salicylic acid is not able to precisely target the skin growth, which means that the surrounding skin can become damaged. This can result in skin irritation, discoloration, and even permanent scarring.- Removal creams and serums: Mole and skin tag removal creams and serums are another popular option for at-home removal. These products work by using corrosive chemicals that are meant to dry out or break down the skin tissue. They promise pain-free removal and great cosmetic results, but outcomes can vary significantly from person to person. Outcomes such as little to no improvement, the mole or skin tag not being fully removed, inflammation, skin discoloration, and blistering are just a few of the things you can experience when using a mole and skin tag removal cream or serum.
- Removal pens: Mole and skin tag removal pens use electrical burning to burn the skin tissue off. This removal method is not reliable because it cannot precisely target the removal site which can lead to complications. Removing too much skin tissue with this tool can cause permanent scarring, and removing too little of the tissue may leave a part of the skin growth behind. The possibility of infection and scarring significantly increase when a removal takes place outside of a sterile, controlled environment.
- Cryogenic kits: Cryogenic freezing kits for small lesions, like mole and skin tags, work by using extremely cold chemicals to destroy the skin tissue. The applicator is pressed onto the skin lesion for a certain amount of time, which rapidly freezes the tissue and damages the skin cells. This freezing process cuts off blood supply to the tissue causing it to die over the new following days. Many over the counter cryogenic freezing kits make it easy to accidentally damage the surrounding skin tissue and cause burns, blistering, bleeding, or permanent scarring.
For those seeking a safe and more permanent solution, professional skin tag and mole removal offers significant benefits. At Mole Removal Ventura County, we use radio frequency ablation technology to remove moles and skin tags. This advanced technique allows for precise treatment of unwanted skin growths while minimizing any damage to the surrounding skin tissue. Our procedure is highly controlled and effective, allowing our patients to experience excellent cosmetic results with an extremely low risk of complications compared to at-home alternatives. You can easily schedule your appointment online, or give us a call if you have any questions or to schedule over the phone: (805) 622-2582
