Mole Removal – Effective And Safe Home Treatments

There’s no doubt that facial moles cause more anxiety than moles anywhere else on the body – after all, they are in plain view all the time. Here’s an article that summarises the most common techniques of removing facial moles, including a little “check list” at the end which may help you make a decision

What is the Best Technique for Facial Mole Removal?

There are basically 3 common techniques used for facial mole removal

1. Mole removal surgery

2. Laser removal treatment

3. Natural mole removal technique

While many will ask which technique is the best for removing facial mole. Well, there is apparently no definite answer for the best removal technique. The technique used is very much depending on several factors. You need to understand the pros and Read the rest of this entry »

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Here’s a fairly common question about mole removal using the over the counter (or over the internet) product DermaTend. It could equally apply to other products such as Wart Mole Vanish or more simple home remedies such as garlic or hydrogen peroxide, which use plant components or chemicals which can corrode or blister the skin if not used carefully.

I am not a medical practitioner or a health professional, so if you have any concerns about your moles see your doctor. You should always get your moles checked by your doctor before trying to remove them yourself – most will be harmless and be of the type where home treatment is possible, and has worked for many people.

All others should be treated by a doctor, surgeon or dermatologist.

OK, here’s the question…

“I wanted to get rid of a few moles on my body so after researching dermatend (i am aware that dermatend contains bloodroot, but it didn’t bother my skin)i  decided to try it, i used it on a raised mole on my leg but only the top part of the mole fell off (which was a good chunk, but not enough to completly get rid it), i’m going to reapply dermatend to the remaing part of the mole, but i was just wondering if this is normal with this product or if there is a more effiecent product out there that i should look into. Dermatend took around 2 weeks for just the top layer of the mole to fall off i was wondering if there is a faster product?”

And here’s some thoughts about what’s going on here.

•  DermaTend does contain bloodroot, or at least an extract from the bloodroot plant. It is caustic and will burn your skin, so it is really important to only put it on your mole. Protect the surrounding skin with vaseline or somenting similar.
• This person has done everything exactly right. It is best to apply just enough of the cream to cover the mole. If you apply too much,  it could start to damage the surrounding skin or the healthy skin under the mole. This can lead to significant scarring, apart from unnecessary pain.
• So the best plan is not to overdo the first treatment, and try again later if the mole hasn’t completely disappeared.
• And to minimise scarring, do your absolute best to wait until the scab which forms after treatment falls off on its own.
• The time that it takes to remove a mole depends on how big it is, how thick it is, and a number of other things that vary from person to person. Most products give you cure times for small moles, so be prepared to wait longer for larger moles, and treat them a second time if necessary. DermaTend removes moles pretty well, and there probably isn’t anything that is significantly faster.

Click on this link to find out more about DermaTend, and where you can find it at a good price. Used according to directions it is a good product which works for most people.

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Bloodroot sap and extracts have had some bad press in the past, but are still used in some mole and wart removal preparations. Here is a question that turns up occasionally when people are considering home treatments for mole removal

“Is blood root dangerous? there’s a mole removal product on line that says it can remove moles and it’s main ingredient is blood root plant.“

Before I answer this question, please bear in mind that I am not a medical practitioner or health professional, and if you have any questions or concerns about any mole removal information, products or treatment you should consult your doctor.

That having been said, what follows is a general summary about the use of bloodroot in mole removal treatments

Bloodroot provides a very powerful sap which can destroy human cells – exactly what is required to remove a mole, wart or skin tag. It is the major effective component in DermaTend which, if used correctly, is a very effective mole remover. Some other mole removers – for example Wart Mole Vanish -  use different plant material with very similar effects.

Provided bloodroot is used according to the directions – applied only to the mole or wart and removed shortly afterwards – there should be no problems. Just make sure you have your moles checked by a competent medical practitioner before trying any home treatment – cancerous or precancerous moles and melanomas should never be removed at home. And also cover the surrounding skin with petroleum jelly (Vaseline) or something similar to make sure that the mole removing paste only contacts the mole.

This applies to any of the caustic mole removal preparations including garlic and tea tree oil, both of which can cause significant skin damage.

The bad publicity about bloodwort comes from its use to attempt to remove cancers – a very unwise practice that is unlikely to work and can and did result in severe damage to the skin and underlying tissue in those poor souls who tried it. It has also been used internally  – again not recommended in view of its powerful corrosive effect.

So if used according to the directions and with a few precautions bloodroot based products like Dermatend are effective and safe ways of removing moles (and warts and skin tags).

But there are gentler ways which, although they sometimes take longer, are just as effective.

Find out more about one of these safe and painless ways of Natural Mole Removal At Home.

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There are many ways of removing moles, including geting your doctor or dermatologist to freeze them for you. This kills the mole, which will then drop off after a few days. This article tells you a little more about this method, although I think the author is a little over dramatic about some of the alternative methods.

Freezing Moles – Is It A Good Idea To Remove Them?

Moles can be present on our bodies from the day we’re born. It is known that most of the moles develop or become apparent do so during the first 30 years of our life, especially during puberty. While they are generally harmless, sometimes they can become inconvenient, unattractive, and even risk developing into cancer. If this is the case, Read the rest of this entry »

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Here’s an article I found recently which covers mole removal and treatment pretty well. Sarah Matthews is obviously favoring the surgical option, which is fair enough, but tough if you are a bit short of money.

Safe Mole Removal Guide

Cindy Crawford just wouldn’t be Cindy Crawford without her trademark “beauty spot” above her upper lip, and Marilyn Monroe would be a different woman indeed if she were devoid of facial moles. Most of us mere mortals, however, seek to remove moles from the more obvious parts of our body, especially if they are particularly large, bothersome or suspected to Read the rest of this entry »

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Here’s another article I found recently – maybe not a prizewinner but it does cover a couple of methods of surgical mole removal, and mentions one of the problems with deciding on a good mole removal cream for home use.

Mole Removal

Moles are often seen as unique quirks to a person’s features, especially when located in certain areas of the body or the face. Many celebrities, politicians, and other famous people were known for their moles, and cannot be thought of without them. But moles can also be unattractive when located in certain places, in fact they can even be harmful to the person’s health. Constant Read the rest of this entry »

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A little while ago I posted an article which was going to tell us about the three main types of skin cancer, but it really only discussed melanoma, the most dangerous form and the one most likely to be mistaken for a mole.

This article covers the other two forms rather well, and fills the gap nicely. And it’s nice and short, so read on.

Skin Cancer – The Different Types
 by: Bill Johnson

When I went shopping the other day at the local store, I was taken in by the hair coloring of the clerk. It was beautiful , with a dark base and a natural -looking streaks, just as if the sun touched only her alone. I told her this and we promptly struck a conversation which largely centers on our younger days when we rarely use hair dyes.

All Read the rest of this entry »

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I came across this article recently and thought it worth adding to the blog. The message is clear – if you notice new moles, or changes in old moles, get them checked by your doctor. Melanoma is a really nasty disease if not treated early, and is often fatal. However if it is detected and treated early, it is easily cured.

How To Find Out If You Have Skin Cancer
 by: Logan Pallas

The process of detecting skin cancer, the most common form of cancer in the United States, can be practiced with a monthly self examination combined with a yearly visit to your doctor. Early detection is key because, if diagnosed soon enough, skin cancer is almost always curable.

There are three main types of skin cancer, all of which Read the rest of this entry »

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Laser surgery appeals to many as a way of getting rid of their moles. It doesn’t involve cutting, freezing or burning, whether electrical or with caustic chemicals and palnt extracts. But how good and effective is it?

Here’s a short article that answers most parts of that question.

The best mole removal method is that which gives optimum results for minimum investment of time and money. Many believe that laser therapy gives us just that. Here’s a brief look at mole laser therapy, what it is, what results we can expect, as well as some of the downsides.

To understand mole laser therapy, we have to understand what a mole is in the first place. Here goes…

A mole is a largely Read the rest of this entry »

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