Skin tags: these small, harmless but annoying growths
Often found on the neck, armpits, or eyelids, skin tags resemble tiny pieces of string left on the skin. While harmless, they can be aesthetically unsightly.
What to do without going under the knife?
- Tea tree essential oil , diluted in a neutral oil (such as jojoba or sweet almond oil), can dry out the growth until it falls off.
- Home cryotherapy kits , available in pharmacies, allow for targeted treatment.
- Be careful never to cut them yourself : the risk of infection quickly arises.
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