All you need to know about skin tags

Discovering a tiny skin tag -- or several skin tags -- on the neck or under the arm can be alarming. But there's no reason to worry, skin tags are harmless. They're not cancerous and they don't increase the risk of any kind of cancer. Skin tags are usually oval flaps of tissue that hang from the skin on a tiny stalk. They may appear alone or in a group. Typically, they're the size of a grain of rice, but they can be smaller or larger. Rarely, they can get as big as a grape. They're common and almost half of all people have a skin tag at some point in their lives. They commonly occur increases on folds of the skin.

Is there another medical name for a skin tag?

Medical terms may use to describe a skin tag include fibroepithelial polyp, acrochordon, cutaneous papilloma, and soft fibroma. All of these terms describe skin tags and are benign (noncancerous), painless skin growths

What causes skin tags?

The precise cause of skin tags is unknown

HOME CARE

Skin allergy symptoms like redness, itching, and swelling often go away on their own in a week or two, with or without treatment. You can do some things to make it more comfortable in the meantime.

Avoid contact. It might sound obvious, but it’s worth a reminder.

You can’t use or touch what triggers your allergy.

Shower can help calm a fiery rash.

Wash the area with cold or regular water (never hot water) one to two times per day, gently pat dry with a paper towel and then moisturize with Liquid Vitamin E or vitamin A and D.

Use Vitamin E (Vitamin A and D) to protect your skin in the morning and night for 1 month.

Wear cotton clothes for 1 month like a long-sleeve T-shirt or long underwear depending on the place where the removal of skin tags was done.

Avoid rubbing the skin with skin this can irritate the area treated.

Avoid High temperatures.

Take one tablet of Allegra Allergy Relief the same day before (or immediately after)  during 1 week.

Allegra Allergy Relief contains the active ingredient fexofenadine. Allegra is non-sedating, so it should not make a person feel drowsy. Allegra is also a second-generation antihistamine and helps you with relief your skin. There are two options: -Allegra 60 mg tablets with water every 12 hours; do not take more than 2 (two) tablets in 24 hours or - Allegra 180 mg tablets with water every 24 hours; do not take more than 1(one) tablet in 24 hours.

Warnings Allegra Do not use if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients. Ask a doctor before use if you have kidney disease. Your doctor should determine if you need a different dose.

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WHAT IS PRP? 

PRP, or platelet rich plasma is a revolutionary treatment for Skin rejuvenation. In a PRP treatment the patient’s own blood is processed resulting in a high concentration of platelets. Platelets are specialized type of blood cells.

HOW DOES PRP WORK?

Read more: Microneedling with PRP

Facial

Getting a facial is important to understand how your skin works and how it reacts to stress, hormones, and the elements. People with problematic skin should book a monthly facial. At the least, getting one every season is recommended to keep the skin balanced.

Specialized Facial Acne

Facials can provide several benefits to prevent and cure acne. Here are some of the potential benefits: Deep Cleansing: Facials involve the use of specialized cleansing techniques and products, such as exfoliants, masks, and steaming, which can help to unclog pores, remove dead skin cells, and eliminate excess oil and dirt. This can help to prevent and reduce the occurrence of acne.

Microneedling with PRP

Microneedling with PRP (platelet rich plasma), also known as Collagen Induction Therapy is ideal for the treatment of acne scars, surgical scars, stretch marks, wrinkles and fine lines, hyperpigmentation, lax skin, sun damaged, large pores, and uneven skin texture. It can be performed either on the face or body, and is suitable for all skin types. Currently, facial rejuvenation is likely the most sought out cosmetic modality. Men and women seek an effective, minimally invasive procedure with minimal downtime and side effects with long- lasting results.

Skin Tag Removal

Discovering a tiny skin tag -- or several skin tags -- on the neck or under the arm can be alarming. But there's no reason to worry, skin tags are harmless. They're not cancerous and they don't increase the risk of any kind of cancer. Skin tags are usually oval flaps of tissue that hang from the skin on a tiny stalk. They may appear alone or in a group. Typically, they're the size of a grain of rice, but they can be smaller or larger. Rarely, they can get as big as a grape. They're common and almost half of all people have a skin tag at some point in their lives. They commonly occur increases on folds of the skin

Chemical peels can soften the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Chemical peels help rejuvenate the skin via a chemical solution that sloughs off the damaged, outermost layer of the skin, which allows smoother, more evenly pigmented skin to surface, notes the American Academy of Dermatology. The mildest type of chemical peels generally contain alpha hydroxy acids, or AHAs. A medium-depth peel consists of trichloroacetic acid, or TCA, while a deep peel uses the strongest chemical solution, known as phenol. Aftercare will vary depending on the strength of your chemical peel.

Read more: How To Care For Your Skin After A Chemical Peel

A chemical peel is a treatment in which an acid solution is used to remove the damaged outer layers of the skin. In performing chemical peels, skin care specialist apply chemical peel to the skin.  

Typically administered as a facial peel, a chemical peel enhances and smoothes the texture of the skin. It is an effective treatment for facial blemishes, wrinkles, and uneven skin pigmentation.  They exfoliate the outer layers of dead skin, revealing a new skin layer with improved tone, texture, and color. In addition to full facial rejuvenation, certain types of skin peels can also be used for spot treatments and as a way to remove stretch marks or rejuvenate skin elsewhere on the body.

Read more: The Many Benefits of Chemical Peels