If you are anything like me, you do not like going to the doctor for minor skin issues. I kept putting it off for months. But this time it became a problem I could not ignore. Every time I looked in the mirror, I noticed more little skin tags on my neck. And then there was the wart on my foot, ugly and impossible to hide.

Of course, I searched online and saw hundreds of photos that looked exactly like mine. The good news is that they are harmless. The bad news is they do not go away on their own. And since it was summer and we were all practically undressed, I finally booked an appointment for professional skin tag removal and wart removal.

What Causes Skin Tags and Warts

Skin tags are tiny pieces of skin that often appear in areas with friction such as the neck, underarms, and around bra straps. They are completely harmless but annoying to look at.

Warts, on the other hand, are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). They can spread and are often stubborn, which is why professional treatment is the best option.

What Was the Removal Like

It was surprisingly quick and painless. Here is what happened:

Wart treatment: The doctor used liquid nitrogen cryotherapy. This method freezes the wart tissue so it eventually falls off. It stung for a few seconds, but honestly, a paper cut hurts more.

Skin tags: Mine were removed with tiny surgical scissors after numbing. Some doctors also use heat (cauterization) or freezing. All options are safe and effective.

Aftercare Tips

After removal, the treated spots can look slightly red or form small scabs for a week or two. This is completely normal.

• Always apply sunscreen to exposed areas to prevent dark spots.
• Keep the area clean and dry.
• For warts, do not pick at the site while it heals.

Some warts may need a second treatment, but mine healed quickly.

Do Warts and Skin Tags Come Back

Warts can return because the virus lives in the skin, but professional treatment gives you the best chance of removing them. Skin tags rarely return in the same spot, although new ones can develop elsewhere.

Was It Worth It

Absolutely. The procedure took less time than getting a coffee and now I feel so much better about my skin. If you have been waiting to get your skin tags removed or that wart treated, stop waiting. It is quick, simple, and one of those little things that makes a big difference.