Genetics plays an important role in the appearance of moles. If your parents or close relatives have them, you are more likely to develop these skin growths as well.

3. Hormonal Changes:

Hormonal changes, especially during pregnancy or in overweight people with insulin resistance, can increase the likelihood of developing moles. These hormonal changes can stimulate cell growth in the skin, leading to the formation of skin tags.

4. Age:

Although skin tags can appear at any age, they are more common as we age. After the age of 40, the skin tends to lose elasticity and is more prone to developing these growths.

5. Obesity and Metabolic Syndrome:

People who are overweight or suffer from metabolic syndrome are at greater risk of developing skin tags due to the increased number of skin folds and the resulting friction.

6. Type 2 Diabetes:

There is a link between skin tags and insulin resistance or type 2 diabetes. It is believed that elevated insulin levels in the body can promote the growth of these tags.

How to Remove Skin Tags?

While moles are benign and don’t require medical treatment unless they cause discomfort, there are several options for removing them, whether for cosmetic reasons or because they become irritated by clothing or rubbing.

It’s important that any procedure be performed by a specialist to avoid complications. Below are some common methods for removing them:

1. Cauterization: This procedure involves burning the moles with a controlled electric current. Cauterization is quick and effective, and generally leaves no visible scars. It’s an option commonly used by dermatologists to remove small moles.

2. Cryotherapy: Cryotherapy involves freezing the moles with liquid nitrogen. This method freezes and destroys the mole’s tissue, causing it to eventually fall off. Cryotherapy is a quick and generally painless procedure, although it may cause mild temporary skin discoloration in the treated area.

3. Surgical Excision: For larger moles or if there is doubt about the diagnosis, a dermatologist may choose to excise the mole with a scalpel. This procedure is performed under local anesthesia and is effective at removing the mole at its root, preventing its recurrence.

4. Laser: Laser treatment uses a beam of light to remove the mole. The laser is precise and minimizes damage to the surrounding skin, making it a preferred option for sensitive areas such as the eyelids or neck.

5. Bands or Ties: In some cases, dermatologists may use a technique called ligation, where a surgical cord is tied around the base of the mole to cut off its blood supply. This causes the mole to dry out and fall off on its own after a few days.