The Truth About Skin Tags — What They Mean, What to Do & What to Never Try at Home

You've probably Googled "how to remove a skin tag at home" at least once. Before you reach for the dental floss, you need to hear this. In this episode of The Skin Real, Dr. Mary Alice Mina covers everything you need to know about skin tags — from what they actually are and why you get them, to what they might be revealing about your metabolic health, and how she safely removes them in her office. In This Episode: 0:00 — Is That Dental Floss Around Your Skin Tag? 0:45 — What Are Skin Tags? 2:00 — Why You Get Skin Tags and Where They Show Up 3:30 — The Genetics Behind Skin Tags 4:30 — Skin Tags and Metabolic Health: The Connection You Need to Know 6:15 — Can You Prevent Skin Tags? 7:30 — At-Home Removal Methods — And Why They're Risky 9:30 — When Skin Tag Removal Gets Dangerous 10:30 — Subscribe to The Skin Real 11:00 — Ligation vs. Destruction: The Two Treatment Approaches 12:15 — When Skin Tags Aren't Actually Skin Tags 14:00 — The Harvard Story: When a Skin Tag Was Melanoma 15:00 — How Dr. Mina Removes Skin Tags in Her Office 16:30 — Post-Removal Care: How to Heal Without Scarring 17:30 — Does Insurance Cover Skin Tag Removal? 18:15 — Final Thoughts and Share This Episode Want a deeper look? Watch the full episode on YouTube for a more visual experience of today’s discussion. This episode is best enjoyed on video—don’t miss out! 📲 Download The Skin Real app for science backed routines, dermatologist guidance, and product recommendations you can trust. https://linktr.ee/theskinreal 🔔 Follow for weekly evidence-based skin advice from a dermatologist you can actually trust. 📩 Find a board-certified dermatologist near you: https://www.aad.org 🛍️ Shop Dr. Mina's recommended skincare on Regimen Pro: https://regimenpro.com/pages/practice-homepage/19cad6bd-63ea-4c6d-b2ec-64c06c3f7a6b 🌐 More skin info: https://www.theskinreal.com Dr. Mina is a board-certified dermatologist on a mission to cut through the noise and help women feel amazing in their skin again. After decades in clinic, she has taken her expertise online to offer trusted, no-fluff education and skin strategies that actually work. No filters. No fear tactics. Just science, simplicity, and a little fun!   Follow Dr. Mina here: Instagram: https://instagram.com/drminaskin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drminaskin YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drminaskin LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drminaskin/ Visit The Skin Real Serenbe:  https://theskinrealserenbe.com/ Book your Meet and Greet here Thanks for tuning in. And remember, real skin care is real simple when you know who to trust. Disclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment, educational, and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.