While removing skin tags instantly isn't typically possible, some methods may help to remove them overnight
. However, you should consult with a healthcare provider before starting any treatment, especially if the skin tag is in a sensitive area or if you have underlying health conditions
. Some methods for removing skin tags:
- Tea Tree Oil After washing the area, apply tea tree oil with a cotton swab, cover with a clean cloth, and leave it on overnight. Tea tree oil's antibacterial and antifungal properties may help remove skin tags
. Repeat this treatment for several nights until the tag dries out and falls off
- Garlic Paste Mince a small slice of garlic into a paste and apply it directly to the skin tag. Seal the area with a bandage and leave it on overnight. Garlic has anti-inflammatory properties that may help eliminate skin tags
- Banana Peel Cover the skin tag with a piece of banana peel and secure it with a bandage overnight. The anti-aging components in banana peels may help dry out the skin tag. Continue this daily for about a week until the skin tag peels off
- Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV) Soak a cotton ball in apple cider vinegar and apply it to the skin tag. Cover it with a clean cloth for about 15 to 30 minutes, then wash with warm water
. Repeat daily for a couple of weeks
- Vitamin E Oil Massage vitamin E oil directly onto the skin tag and leave it on overnight. The antioxidant properties of Vitamin E may help shrink the skin tag over time
Over-the-counter options include freezing kits that use cryotherapy to destroy unwanted skin tissue
. Dr. Scholl’s® Freeze Away® Skin Tag Remover uses the same cryotherapy freezing technology used by doctors
. It safely and completely removes skin tags in as little as one treatment