Skin tags are small, benign growths that commonly appear on the skin’s surface. They usually occur in areas where skin rubs against skin or clothing, such as the neck, underarms, and groin. Although the exact cause is unknown, friction and genetics are believed to be a significant cause.

VeinAway and CryoPen Cryotherapy are the two effective methods we use to remove skin tags. VeinAway uses a targeted high-frequency current to seal the blood vessels feeding the skin tag, leading to its removal. CryoPen involves freezing the skin tag using using liquid nitrogen {nitrous oxide}, causing it to shrink and detach.

The price to have the skin tag removed will depend on both the size and the amount of tags to be removed. It is not uncommon for larger skin tags to take up to 3 sessions to be removed permanently. This would be due to the larger stems and roots of the tags. Therefore the cost to remove the tag will be from £75.

The choice between VeinAway and CryoPen depends on the size and location of the skin tag. Our Skin Revisionist, Jacqui Bannister, will discuss the condition of the tag, possibly over the phone. She will also assess the tag, in-clinic. The correct treatment procedure will then be determined.

Both the VeinAway and CryoPen are relatively painless procedures. You may experience a mild sensation or slight discomfort during treatment, but it is generally well-tolerated by my patients.

We do not supply or recommend skin tag removal products for eyelids. The treatment should permanently remove the skin tags at the skin clinic and there will be no need for products.

The time taken can vary depending on the number and size of skin tags being treated. On average, each treatment session lasts between 15 and 30 minutes. We will provide you with a more accurate estimate during your skin assessments prior to any treatments.

Skin tags are small, benign growths that commonly appear on the skin’s surface. They usually occur in areas where skin rubs against skin or clothing, such as the neck, underarms, and groin. Although the exact cause is unknown, friction and genetics are believed to be a significant cause.

Deemed as a cosmetic non-surgical procedure, it is highly likely that you will not be able to have the skin tag removed by your doctor or through the NHS. Skin tags are not harmful but can be an inconvenience or annoying. If you believe the lesion a lesion but are unsure as to what it is, then it is always advisable to speak to your local GP and get an assessment. It may be that the lesion is not a skin tag and is in fact a skin lesion that the doctor or GP, would like a dermatologist to look at again, and possibly have a biopsy.

For small skin tags a single session is normally sufficient to remove the skin tag. However, the number of sessions required may vary depending on the size, location, and individual response to treatment. We will provide a personalized treatment plan during your assessment over the phone and in-person.