Growths & Spots
Skin Tags
Skin tags are small, soft, harmless growths that hang from the skin, often on the neck, eyelids and underarms. Dermatologists remove them quickly with snipping, cryotherapy or laser.
Overview
Skin tags are linked to friction, genetics and sometimes weight or insulin resistance. Removal is simple and usually done in one visit.
At a glance
Treatment options
Scissor excision, radiofrequency or CO2 laser, cryotherapy.
Downtime
Small scabs for a few days.
When to check
If a growth bleeds, grows fast or changes colour.
Frequently asked questions
Do skin tags grow back?
Removed tags do not, but new ones can form.
Is removal painful?
Most are removed with numbing cream or local anaesthetic.
Can I remove them at home?
Not recommended because of bleeding and infection risk.
Related
Choose a specialist
See a board-certified dermatologist, not just a “skin clinic”
In Korea, only about 1 in 10 clinics that treat skin is run by a dermatology specialist (피부과 전문의). Specialists complete a four-year dermatology residency and a national exam. Our directory lists only clinics in the Association of Korean Dermatologists’ specialist search. This page is general information, not medical advice.