Skin tags are small, soft, flesh-coloured growths that often appear on the neck, armpits, eyelids, or other skin folds. While harmless, they can be irritating, catch on clothing, or be cosmetically bothersome. Understanding skin tag removal in Bristol helps you choose the right method safely and effectively.
Skin tags are benign skin growths caused by friction, genetics, or hormonal changes. They are most common in adults and can occur anywhere on the body. Removal is usually sought when skin tags:
Rub on clothing or jewellery
Cause irritation or bleeding
Are cosmetically undesirable
Increase in number or size
Many people in Bristol opt for professional skin tag removal Bristol services to ensure the procedure is safe, quick, and minimally scarring.
Consider removal if:
Skin tags are in sensitive areas like eyelids or under the breast
You have discomfort from friction
They darken, grow rapidly, or bleed
Multiple skin tags are forming
A trained clinician at CHA Clinic can assess your skin and advise the safest removal method.
Removal is simple and usually performed in a clinic setting:
Assessment: The clinician examines size, location, and number of skin tags.
Method Selection: Options include:
Cryotherapy: Freezing the skin tag with liquid nitrogen
Excision: Cutting the tag off with a sterile scalpel
Electrosurgery: Using electric current to remove the tag
Local Anaesthetic (if needed): Numbs sensitive areas for comfort.
Removal & Dressing: Skin tags are removed and the area is cleaned.
Aftercare Advice: Keeping the area clean, avoiding irritation, and monitoring healing.
Procedure time: Usually 5–15 minutes per tag
Healing: Small tags heal in a few days, larger tags may take 1–2 weeks
Follow-up: Most patients do not require follow-up, unless multiple tags are removed or stitches are used
Costs depend on size, number, and removal method:
Single small skin tag: £50–£100
Multiple small tags: £100–£250
Large or complex tags: £250–£400
Clinic prices may vary, and a consultation ensures a clear quote.
Trying to remove skin tags at home (risk of infection and scarring)
Ignoring changes in size, shape, or colour (rarely, growths may require testing)
Using over-the-counter products without advice
Skipping professional aftercare
Professional removal at CHA Clinic guarantees minimal risk and optimal cosmetic results.
Experienced medical staff with safe techniques
Quick, mostly painless procedures
Minimal downtime
Excellent aftercare guidance
Patients benefit from effective removal with natural-looking skin and reduced risk of recurrence.
Q: Can skin tags come back?
A: Once removed, they rarely recur in the same spot, though new tags may appear elsewhere.
Q: Is removal painful?
A: Local anaesthetic or cryotherapy ensures little to no discomfort.
Q: Can multiple skin tags be removed at once?
A: Yes, depending on size and location, the clinician may remove several in one session.
Q: Will it leave scars?
A: Modern methods minimise scarring. Proper care aids healing.
Q: How soon can I return to daily activities?
A: Immediately for most cases; avoid irritation for a few days.
For safe, quick, and effective skin tag removal in Bristol, CHA Clinic provides expert care. Book a consultation to remove discomfort and restore confidence in your skin.
