9 Essential Oils For Skin Tags

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Wondering how to deal with skin tags?

Essential oils might be your answer!

They are natural and easy to use. In this article, we’ll explore the best oils for removing skin tags.

Curious to learn more?

Let’s get started!

Tea Tree Essential Oil

Tea Tree Essential Oil
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Tea tree essential oil is a popular choice for removing skin tags due to its antiviral and antifungal properties.

To use, apply a couple of drops directly onto the skin tag with a cotton swab, twice a day.

Make sure to cover the area with a bandage after application.

With consistent use, the skin tag may dry out and eventually fall off.

Oregano Essential Oil

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Oregano essential oil is known for its strong antibacterial properties, making it another effective option for skin tags.

Dilute a few drops with a carrier oil and apply it to the skin tag using a cotton ball.

Do this two to three times a day, and cover with a bandage.

Over time, the oregano oil helps to dry out the skin tag.

Frankincense Essential Oil

Frankincense Essential Oil
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Frankincense essential oil is gentle on the skin while still being potent enough to help with skin tags.

To use, apply a drop directly onto the tag and cover with a bandage.

Do this twice daily, preferably in the morning and before bed.

Its anti-inflammatory properties can help the skin tag diminish more gently.

Lemon Essential Oil

Lemon Essential Oil
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Lemon essential oil is effective due to its natural acidity, which can help break down skin tags.

Apply a drop directly onto the skin tag using a cotton swab, twice a day, and allow it to dry before covering with a bandage.

The acidity gradually helps the skin tag to dry up and fall off.

Lavender Essential Oil

Lavender Essential Oil
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Lavender essential oil is gentle and soothing, making it suitable for sensitive skin while treating skin tags.

Apply a drop directly onto the tag and cover with a bandage, twice daily.

Its soothing properties also help to calm the skin around the tag, reducing irritation and soreness.

Eucalyptus Essential Oil

Eucalyptus Essential Oil
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Eucalyptus essential oil has potent antimicrobial properties that can help in removing skin tags.

Dilute with a carrier oil and apply to the skin tag with a cotton swab, twice daily.

Cover the area with a bandage afterwards.

Over time, its potent properties help to dry out and shrink the skin tag.

Clove Essential Oil

Clove Essential Oil
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Clove essential oil is powerful and can effectively dry out skin tags.

Apply a drop directly onto the skin tag with a cotton swab and cover with a bandage, twice daily.

The astringent properties of clove oil help to break down the tissue in the skin tag, leading to its eventual removal.

Castor Oil and Essential Oil Mixture

Castor Oil
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While not an essential oil on its own, castor oil combined with essential oils like tea tree or oregano can be very effective.

Mix a few drops of your chosen essential oil with castor oil, apply to the skin tag with a cotton swab, and cover with a bandage.

Do this twice a day, and over time the mixture works synergistically to dry out the skin tag.

Rosemary Essential Oil

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Rosemary essential oil is another effective option for treating skin tags due to its antimicrobial properties.

Apply a drop directly onto the skin tag and cover with a bandage, twice daily.

It helps to reduce the size of the skin tag over consistent use, eventually leading to its removal.

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