Fed up with those annoying skin tags?
Our nursing team have years of experience in performing procedures.
Following an individual assessment we will advise on skin care and arrange skin tag removal if appropriate.
Some commonly asked questions:
What is a skin tag?
A skin tag is a small growth of soft tissue, often brownish and flesh-like in appearance,usually on a peduncle (stalk)
Skin tags are commmonly found on the neck,upper chest, arm pit, under the breasts, groin, and other folds of the skin.
Skin tags are harmless but can become sore when irritated by folds of skin, clothing and jewellery.
Skin tags pose no risk but may cause distress if they become sore and can be unsightly.
What causes skin tags?
The cause of skin tags is not known but they tend to occur in areas of skin that rub together.
Exclusion criteria
Only skin tags are removed in this clinic, other skin lesions will not be removed. Some skin tags on eye lids may not be appropriate for removal at this clinic.
Procedure
The most effective method of skin tag removal is by excision and cautery to the base. Local anaesthetic is applied if required. Skin tags are completely removed following this procedure.
The procedure is carried out under sterile conditions.
After care
Clients are advised to keep the area dry for 48 hours following procedure
Please note that there may be a risk of scarring after skin tag removal
Not sure if you have a skin tag?
Please contact us to arrange an assessment if you are unsure whether you have a skin tag.
Prices
Price to remove one skin tag: £70
Price to remove additional skin tags during the same session: £30 each
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS SERVICE IS NOT BOOKABLE ON LINE. PLEASE TELEPHONE OR VISIT US TO BOOK AN APPOINTMENT.
