Top 13 Effective Natural Home Remedies for Skin Tags On Face, Neck, Armpits, Buttocks, And Anus

The skin tag is a cosmetic problem. It is not very serious, painful or uncomfortable, but it causes many embarrassment and inconvenience when it happens to you. This skin issue can appear in many areas in your body, such as the face, neck, armpits, buttocks, and anus. There are many natural treatments to remove this skin problem effectively. Today’s article is going to give you top 13 effective natural home remedies for skin tags on the face and other parts of the body at home. Continue reading this article on Beauty Talk to discover these natural ways and then find one that is suitable for you.

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13 Time-Tested Home Cures For Skin Tags On The Face And Body

I. What Are Skin Tags?

Skin tags, in the medical aspect, are known as acrochordons. This problem can happen not only the elderly but also the young. They can form in any part of your body. Skin tags appear as small growths on the skin or flaps of tissue sticking out from the skin’s surface, commonly in and around the area of armpits, eyelids, under breasts, groin, neck, buttocks, and anus. These skin tags are usually fresh-colored or a little bit darker. Their size may be quite small, about 1 to 2 centimeters, but sometimes they might be larger.

In general, skin tags are not painful, uncomfortable or harmful. However, as they grow above the skin, they may cause painful blood clots when you wear clothes or jewelry in these affected areas because clothes or jewelry will rub and damage skin tags. Cutting is not a true and acceptable method to remove skin tags. In contrast, cutting is a risky and dangerous practice of skin tag removal since it can cause even more severe infection or permanent scars.

II. Causes Of Skin Tags

Experts have found many causes of skin tags. They claimed that about half of the population are suffering from skin tags. This cosmetic issue can happen to anyone at every age. But it occurs more commonly after midlife, in women and obese individuals^[1]. So, we have seen that aging, gender, and obesity are the three most common causes of skin tags. More importantly, the combination of age and weight increase the chance of skin tags. So, to get rid of this skin problem, you ought to control your weight to keep your skin smooth, firm and healthy.

Besides, pregnant women are also prone to skin tags due to hormonal changes in their body. Diabetic patients have a higher risk of skin tags than normal people. Using illegal steroids can also lead to this problem. Another reason is friction due to clothing, shaving, and jewelry. You can also have skin tags because of your gene or having human papillomavirus in your body.

III. Home Remedies For Skin Tags

Don’t worry about this problem since there are many simple but effective natural home remedies to treat skin tags instantly. You do not have to use chemical or cosmetic procedures to treat skin tags. Only with available ingredients in your house, you can make effective and safe remedies to remove these tags naturally and quickly.

While we are listing the scientific evidence, the recipes we have focused on are traditional home remedies so proceed with caution depending on your condition. Always consult a professional dermatologist before following any remedy.

1. Apple Cider Vinegar

Apple cider vinegar is a long-standing skin care ingredient due to its antibacterial, antifungal and anti-inflammatory properties. So, it helps you stay away from harmful bacteria and fungi and reduce infection. Moreover, it helps balance the pH levels in your body, reduce the chance of acne and eczema. The acid in this remedy will naturally remove skin tags by breaking down the excess cells in these tags^[2]. Therefore, apple cider vinegar is one of the easiest and safest home remedies for skin tags, particularly in your armpits and neck. However, you should not use this remedy for skin tag removal in the eyelids and around your eyes.

Before using apple cider vinegar, wash the area around the skin tag with lukewarm water and dry it thoroughly. Soak a clean cotton ball in the solution and apply the vinegar to the skin tag. Hold the ball in that location of the tag for 15 – 20 minutes, massage the tag gently so that the vinegar can penetrate well. Remove the ball and check for any symptoms of skin irritation. There may be a little bit stinging, but it will stop after a few minutes.

If there is no irritation on your skin, leave the vinegar for 3 – 4 hours and then rinse it off with warm water. You can use a band-aid to secure a cotton ball soaked in apple cider vinegar on the affected skin to leave it overnight. Do this treatment 3 times per day and follow it for at least 1 month, until you see the tag dried, darkened, and eventually removed totally.

Note:

For sensitive skin, mix the vinegar with water to dilute the vinegar to minimize the stinging sensation and mild itching. To avoid scarring, you can apply vitamin E or olive oil regularly to the affected area. Also, you can apply some aloe vera to reduce redness in sensitive skin.

2. Tea Tree Oil

Tea tree oil is rich in not only antiseptic properties but also antifungal and soothing effects. Moreover, it has been a popular and favorite remedy for many diseases for centuries thanks to its antibacterial, antibiotic and anti-inflammatory features. Therefore, tea tree oil is a greatly effective, natural and safe way to treat a lot of skin disorders, such as acne, psoriasis, eczema, and skin tags^[3]. This oil will make the skin tag dried and disappear naturally without any pain. Furthermore, its antiseptic property will protect your skin away from infections after the skin tag has fallen off.

To use this oil to treat skin tags, cleanse and dry your skin thoroughly. Put 3 to 4 drops of tea tree oil on a wet sterile cotton ball and apply the ball to the affected area. Rub the ball while massaging gently in circular motions and use a band-aid to secure the ball. Leave it for at least 60 minutes, then remove the ball and rinse the oil off. Repeat the process 2-3 times per day and follow this remedy for at least 1 week until the tag is removed.

Note:

As this oil is a strong essential oil, you should dilute it in water to avoid skin irritation. You can also mix this oil with an oil having a soothing effect like olive oil or coconut oil before applying the solution. Most of the people do not react with this oil. However, if you get any discomfort, itching, or redness, stop using it and consult your doctor’s advice.

3. Oil Of Oregano

Oregano oil contains powerful anti-inflammatory and antibacterial effects. It also has fantastic anti-fungal properties. So, oil of oregano helps relieve a few skin conditions, prevent fungal and bacterial infections, viruses and many other problems^[4]. Moreover, it is a powerful skin tag removal remedy. This oil dries the tag and removes it naturally. Plus, when applied topically, oil of oregano also moisturize your skin.

Because of its strong properties, you need to mix oil of oregano with a soothing carrier oil, such as almond oil, olive oil, jojoba oil or coconut oil, before applying this solution. Firstly, you wash your skin with mild soap and pat dry it. To make the solution, you mix 2 parts of oil of oregano with 4 parts of a carrier oil. Apply this mixture to the tag 3 – 4 times per day. Let it penetrate naturally into your skin and use warm water to wash it off. You needn’t use a band-aid to cover it. Follow this remedy until the tag dries out and drops off. Don’t apply this solution to irritated or broken skin.

4. Iodine

Liquid iodine is a natural remedy, which can help emove skin tags when applied topically. It breaks down skin cells and prevents further growths of skin, like skin tags. Therefore, it makes the tags fall off naturally and safely. Because it breaks down the skin’s growth, you should apply it only to the tag and avoid the healthy surrounding area. To keep it safe, you should apply coconut oil carefully to the ½ inch healthy skin area around the tag to make a barrier before using iodine for the skin tag.

To remove the skin tag, you need to cleanse your skin with a mild soap before using a sterile cotton swab dipped into the liquid iodine to apply this solution to the skin tag directly. Remember to avoid applying to the healthy surrounding area. After that, cover it with a band-aid. Repeat the process once to twice per day until the unwanted tag is removed thoroughly.

5. Garlic

Garlic is rich in antimicrobial, antifungal and antibacterial properties^[5]. It also has antiviral and anti-inflammatory effects. Therefore, it helps you get rid of the infection, treat many skin problems, and give you smooth skin. Moreover, its enzymes help shrink the unwanted tag and naturally remove it.

To treat skin tags with garlic, you crush a few cloves of garlic to release the potent oil of it. Wash the affected skin with the help of mild soap and pat dry it. Apply the crushed garlic to the unwanted skin tag. Use a bandage to secure the paste on the tag and leave it for several hours or overnight. In the next morning, wash off the residue to remove the pungent smell of garlic. Repeat this process daily for several weeks, until the tag drops off. Or you can do it two nights in succession, and have a two-night rest to reduce the chance of skin irritation.

6. Vitamin E Oil

Vitamin E oil is an age-old remedy, which has been used for skin care for generations. It helps treat a lot of skin conditions, including skin tags. It is very rich in antioxidant properties, which is very beneficial for not only your skin but also your rest body^[6]. It regenerates and renews your skin cells to give you fresh and ageless skin. Also, vitamin E is a great skin tag removal way.

Clean your affected area and dry it thoroughly. Then, apply a thin layer of high-quality vitamin E oil to the unwanted skin tag. Use a bandage to cover the area with vitamin E oil. Leave it overnight so that the oil can penetrate well into the affected skin. Repeat applying the oil and a new bandage in the next morning and leave it for hours. Do this process every morning and night, after you get up and before bedtime. Follow this remedy for a couple of weeks, until the unwanted tags are removed.

7. Banana Peel/ Papaya Peel

Many evidence has shown the benefit of banana peel and papaya peel in removing unwanted skin tags due to the strong antioxidant properties. The enzymes and acids in banana peel help dry out and remove skin tags^[7]. If you use it in combination with tea tree oil, it will give you a better result.

Use mild soap to wash the affected area and pat dry it. Then, you cut a small piece of banana peel or papaya peel. Apply several drops of tea tree oil to the unwanted tag and cover it with the peel. Use a bandage to wrap the peel and leave it overnight. Remove the peel in the next morning and cleanse the affected area again with water. Repeat the remedy every night before bed and follow this remedy for a few days until the skin tag disappears.

Note:

If you recognize any latex allergies, skin reactions or sensitivity, you need to stop using it.

8. Castor Oil And Baking Soda

Castor oil contains strong phytochemicals, which help remove moles, warts, and skin tags naturally^[8]. This oil also boosts the healing process of the wound and treats many skin conditions. After removing the skin tag, it will quickly heal, hydrate, and moisturize your skin. Also, it aids in dealing with skin growths like skin tags and gives you a soft, healthy skin^[9]. Moreover, its antibacterial properties help you get rid of an infection. It will make skin tags wither and then remove the tags. It gives you the best result when combined with baking soda in a paste. The combination of baking soda and castor oil helps alter the pH of the skin tag area to remove the outgrowths of the skin, such as skin tags or warts.

All you need to do is mixing 1 part of baking soda with 2 parts of castor oil. You can also add some drops of peppermint oil of lemon oil to the solution. Before applying the solution, you need to cleanse the affected area and pat dry the skin. Gently rub the paste on the skin tag. Use a banana peel or papaya peel or plastic wrap to cover it. Use a bandage to secure the solution. Leave it for a couple of hours or overnight and wash it off in the morning. Do this remedy every night for a few weeks until the unwanted tags are eliminated.

9. Onion Juice

Onion juice is a wonderful remedy for skin tags. It’s rich in iron and sulfur components. Plus, it contains a great number of antioxidant properties, helping boost the healing process of scars. Moreover, the high acidic component in onion works wonders to treat skin tags in the anus and surrounding areas^[10]. The onion juice will break down the skin cells in the skin tags to remove them. Its effect will be maximized when an onion is combined with salt.

To make the solution, you need to prepare 1 onion and ½ teaspoon of salt. You slice and chop the onion into small pieces, put chopped onion in a clean bowl and add salt to it. Cover the bowl and leave it overnight. In the next morning, you extract the juice of the mixture and pour it into another clean bowl. Before bedtime, apply the juice directly to the skin tag and secure it with a band-aid. In the morning, wash it off with warm water. Do this remedy every night for 10 – 12 days until the skin tag falls off.

10. Aloe Vera

Aloe vera is a very well-known and widely used ingredient for skin care. It contains antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and healing effects, which help you treat skin tags and heal your skin^{[11] [12]}. To remove skin tags with aloe vera, you apply fresh gel or juice from this herb to the affected area and gently massage the skin in circular motions for 1-2 minutes. Leave it on until it dries so that your skin absorbs the nutrients in aloe vera gel completely. Do this remedy 3 times per day until the condition is removed totally.

Read more: Aloe vera is also effective at removing melasma. This article was medically reviewed/fact checked by Dr Bindiya Gandhi, MD.

11. Fenugreek Seeds

This herbal plant has been used in Greek, Indian, Italian, and Arabian medicine for centuries due to its powerful antioxidants^[13]. The strong antioxidant property in fenugreek seeds removes dead skin cells and overgrowths of skin, including skin tags. So, it helps you get rid of this skin condition by shrinking the unwanted tags until they fall off completely. Although this herb is very beneficial in skin care and skin tag removal, you should not use too much of it. You are allowed to use only under 100 grams of fenugreek seeds per day. People who are suffering from thyroid conditions or anemia should not use this herb.

To make the solution from fenugreek seeds, you soak 2 – 3 teaspoons of these seeds in a cup of warm water overnight. In the next morning, strain the seeds and pour the tea into another cup to drink before eating anything for breakfast. Or else, you can chew the seeds soaked in water. Do it every day for a few weeks until all the unwanted tags are removed completely.

12. Dandelion Juice

Dandelions are an excellent natural plant for removing skin tags thanks to its antimicrobial agents^[14]. Dandelions are enriched with minerals and vitamins, helping to break down and eliminate excess skin tissue to remove skin tags.

To use dandelion for skin tag removal, pull the fresh plants out from the ground to harvest them. Then, you need to cleanse the plants, squeeze the roots of them to extract the milky sap from their roots. Apply 3 drops of that fresh sap to the skin tags 3 times every day. After about 4 weeks of regular application, you will see the unwanted tags disappearing totally.

13. Coconut Oil

Lauric acid in coconut oil contains many antibacterial and anti-microbial properties, helping dissolve the cell walls of fungi, protozoa, viruses, and bacteria to kill them off, keep you get rid of inflammation and infection. Plus, it has alpha-tocopherol, which works as a powerful skin tag removal agent^[15].

You should prepare some organic coconut oil to rub into the skin tag in a circular motion. Do it before hitting the bed every night and leave it overnight. Repeat this process for a few weeks until the tags reduce and disappear. You can also apply this oil to treat skin tags in sensitive areas like anus or face because it is so gentle.

IV. Precautions

You should not try eliminating skin tags by cutting, burning, tying, or freezing them at home. Also, you should avoid applying duct tape to your skin. These removal tactics have a very high risk of causing scarring and infection in your skin.

V. Skin Care After Removal 

•   Don’t rub or scratch the area strongly.
•   Use antibacterial soap to cleanse the area twice every day.
•   Nourish the skin with a good, gentle moisturizer.
•   Before going out in the sun, remember to apply sunscreen
•   Use vitamin E or coconut oil for sensitive skin. Also, vitamin E helps moisturize your skin after skin tag removal.
•   Have a healthy blood sugar diet to reduce the risk of diabetes, a reason leading to skin tags.
•   Control your weight because being overweight is also a cause of skin tags.
•   Go to see your doctor when having a bleeding skin growth, skin reaction or irritation.

If the above ways do not give you the desired result, consult your doctor’s advice for proper treatment. If you have any unexpected effects and reactions, you need to visit your doctor immediately to prevent the condition from developing worse. Do you know other home remedies for skin tags? If yes, don’t forget to comment in the form below and let us know what you think. Welcome!

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