7 Best Home Remedies to Remove Skin Tags Fast

Skin tags are benign growths that appear and hang from the skin. The most commonly occur on areas of the skin that have folds such as the armpits, neck, close to the genitals, on the eyelids and under the breasts.

Although they don’t pose any medical issue and are usually not a cause of concern, there are people who want to get rid of them.

Well, the good news is that you don’t really have to go for those costly cosmetic procedures in order to get rid of your skin tags. There are some effective home remedies that can be of great help in eliminating skin tags.

So, here are the best home remedies that are quite effective and you can apply them without any risk.

1. Apple Cider Vinegar

Apple cider vinegar has so many benefits on the skin and that’s why for a long time it has been used in the treatment of various skin ailments.

Similarly, it can also be used in the treatment of skin tags due to its acidic nature. What happens is that when you apply apple cider vinegar on your skin tags, its acidity gradually loosens skin tags until they finally fall off.

How to Use Apple Cider Vinegar?

• ·         Soak a cotton ball into a few drops of apple cider vinegar
• ·         Use a bandage or duct tape to secure the cotton ball onto the skin tags
• ·         Leave this for at least 1-2 hours and then rinse it off
• ·         Do this twice a day until you achieve the desired effect

Please Note: If you have sensitive skin then mix ACV with an equal amount of water to avoid any reactions.

2. Iodine

You can use liquid iodine to remove skin tags. Iodine breaks down the dead skin cells that make up the skin tags.

While applying iodine on your skin tags, it is important that you protect the skin surrounding the skin tags so that you do not suffer any irritations. You can do so by applying coconut oil or petroleum jelly.

How to Use?

• ·         Soak a cotton ball with iodine and proceed to apply it on the skin tags
• ·         Cover with a bandage or duct tape to allow iodine to dry
• ·         Do this twice a day until the skin tag is removed

3. Manuka Honey

When you apply manuka honey on skin tags, it acts as a barrier that cuts off the supply of oxygen to the area. Since the supply of oxygen will be restricted, the skin the tag will die and eventually fall off.

Similarly, Manuka honey has powerful wound healing properties and therefore the area of skin will heal faster after it has fallen off.

How to Use?

• ·         Apply some honey on the skin tags using a cotton ball
• ·         Leave it for about 30 minutes before washing it off
• ·         Repeat the process twice a day for quick results

4. Garlic

Garlic contains powerful antimicrobial and antifungal properties that make it one of the best fits in the treatment of skin tags. The remedy is quite simple to make.

How to Use?

• ·         Crush some garlic cloves to form a paste
• ·         Apply the paste directly on the skin tags and secure using a bandage
• ·         Leave this on for a few hours (you can also apply and leave overnight)
• ·         Positive results will be achieved within a few days or weeks of using it

5. Castor Oil and Baking Soda

Baking soda and castor oil makes one of the best combinations that will help in getting rid of your skin tags. Both of these ingredients will interfere with the pH of the area with the skin tags, which forces the skin tags to die and fall off.

How to Use?

• ·         Mix some drops of castor oil with baking soda and apply the paste on the affected area
• ·         Allow it about 2 hours to dry before rinsing it off
• ·         Do this twice a day until the skin tag is removed

6. Banana Peel

It may not sound an appealing remedy but it is quite effective in removing bothersome skin tags. The banana peel is loaded with enzymes and acids that work to shed off the skin tags.

How to Use?

• ·         Get a ripe banana and apply the white side of its peel on the affected area
• ·         Let it sits for about one hour before rinsing it off
• ·         Repeat the procedure for a few days to get the best results

7. Tea Tree Oil

Tea tree oil has powerful antifungal and antiseptic properties making it a good remedy for skin tags.

Please Note: Before using it on your skin make sure it does not irritate your skin. In case of any irritations simply discontinue its use.

How to Use?

• ·         You will have to soak a cotton ball with a few drops of tea tree oil
• ·         Put this cotton ball directly onto the affected area and secure it in place with a bandage
• ·         Repeat the procedure twice a day until the skin tag falls off

Key Takeaway

All the above-mentioned home remedies are safe to use and are very effective in removing skin tags. If you apply them on a regular basis for at least a couple of weeks you will definitely see some good results.

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