Have you noticed small, soft skin growths on your neck, underarms, eyelids, or groin?
You’re not alone.
Skin tags (medically called acrochordons) are one of the most common benign skin growths — affecting up to 60% of adults, especially after age 40.
They’re:
✅ Harmless — not cancerous or contagious
✅ Painless — unless irritated by clothing or jewelry
✅ Common in skin folds — where friction occurs
While they don’t require treatment, many people choose to remove them for cosmetic reasons or comfort.
Let’s explore the safe, effective ways to remove skin tags — and why you should avoid dangerous DIY methods like candle wax, nail polish, or string.
🧠 What Causes Skin Tags?
Skin tags form when clusters of collagen and blood vessels get trapped in thicker skin folds.
Risk Factors:
Age
More common after 40
Friction
From clothing, jewelry, or skin rubbing
Genetics
Run in families
Insulin resistance
Linked to prediabetes and metabolic syndrome
Pregnancy
Hormonal changes and weight gain increase risk
✅ They’re not caused by poor hygiene.
✅ Safe & Proven Removal Methods
1. Ligation (Tying Off)
