Skin tags (acrochordons) are common benign skin growths that often occur in areas where the skin folds or rubs together, such as the neck, underarms, groin, and eyelids. While they pose no health risk, many people choose to remove them for cosmetic or comfort reasons.
I’ve personally tried a variety of natural, fast, and easy skin tag removal methods — and they work. In this article, I’ll show you what I used and the science that backs it up.
🧬 What Are Skin Tags?
Skin tags are non-cancerous tumors of the skin, made up of collagen and blood vessels surrounded by skin. They’re not dangerous but can become irritated by clothing or jewelry.
⚕️ Clinical Insight:
A study published in Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia (2014) noted that skin tags are more common in people with insulin resistance, obesity, and metabolic syndrome.
Source: https://www.scielo.br/j/abd/a/vtXvb5CLSrJb8Rq4nF9TCLp/?lang=en
⚠️ Important Warning Before You Start
Make sure the lesion is indeed a skin tag (not a mole or wart) and consult a dermatologist if:
- It’s painful or bleeding.
- It changes shape, size, or color.
- You have sensitive skin or existing medical conditions.
✅ Natural Home Remedies That Work (with Scientific Backing)
1. Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV)
How it works: ACV contains acetic acid, which can break down skin tissue when applied consistently, causing the tag to dry out and fall off.
Application:
- Soak a cotton ball in ACV.
- Apply it to the tag for 15–30 minutes.
- Repeat 2–3 times a day.
Scientific Support:
Acetic acid is known for its keratolytic properties, which break down keratin in the skin. This mechanism is used in wart and callus treatment.
Study: “Evaluation of acetic acid as a keratolytic agent” – Journal of Dermatological Treatment (2015).
2. Tea Tree Oil
Tea tree oil has antiseptic, antifungal, and drying properties, which can help shrink skin tags over time.
Application:
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