Skin Tag Removal in Portland, OR
Our medspa confirms every growth is a skin tag before it is removed, then matches the in-office method to its size and location.
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See Your PotentialWhat Skin Tags Are and Where They Form
Skin tags, known medically as acrochordons, are small, soft growths of skin and soft tissue that hang from the surface on a thin stalk. They are benign. They usually appear where skin rubs against skin or clothing, which is why they gather in folds and creases.
They become more common with age, weight changes, pregnancy and hormonal shifts, and they can run in families. Most patients come to us because a tag catches on a collar, necklace or bra strap, becomes irritated, or simply bothers them where it sits.
Removing a tag does not change your health, but it can end the snagging and leave the area smoother and cleaner looking once it heals.
Common Places We Treat
- NeckWhere collars and necklaces rub through the day.
- UnderarmsFriction from movement and clothing seams.
- EyelidsTreated only after we assess the location.
- Under the bustBra bands and skin folds create constant contact.
- Groin and body foldsOther creases where skin meets skin.
When a Growth Should Be Checked First
Some growths that look like skin tags are something else, such as a mole, a wart or another type of skin lesion. That is why we examine every growth before we remove it. Have a growth looked at promptly if you notice any of the following.
It Has Changed
The size, shape or color is different from how it looked a few months ago.
It Bleeds
It bleeds without being snagged, or keeps bleeding after a minor scrape.
It Hurts
A typical skin tag does not hurt, so tenderness or soreness is worth checking.
It Is Dark or Uneven
The color is very dark, patchy or different from your other tags.
It Is Firm or Flat
It feels hard or sits flat against the skin instead of hanging on a stalk.
It Is Near the Eye
Growths on or close to the eyelid always need assessment before any removal.
If a growth does not look like a typical skin tag, we tell you plainly and do not treat it cosmetically.
In-Office Removal Versus At-Home Methods
Snipping, tying off or freezing a tag at home can seem quicker. It also skips the diagnosis and adds avoidable risk. Here is how the two approaches compare.
| What matters | At-home cutting, tying or kits | Removal in our office |
|---|---|---|
| Diagnosis | None. A look-alike growth can be mistaken for a tag. | Each growth is examined and confirmed as a skin tag first. |
| Bleeding and infection | Cutting or tying off can bleed and become infected. | Removal is done in a clinical setting with clean technique. |
| Scarring | Uneven removal can leave a scar or a remnant of the tag. | The method is chosen for the tag's size and location. |
| Delicate areas | Eyelids and skin folds are hard to reach and easy to injure. | We assess sensitive areas and advise whether removal is appropriate. |
| Aftercare | Guesswork if the area becomes red or sore. | Simple written steps and a team you can reach with questions. |
Your Visit From Evaluation to Healing
Skin tag removal is done in our Portland office during a short appointment. Every step is explained before anything is done.
- 1Evaluation
Examine and Confirm
We examine each growth, review your health history and confirm which ones are skin tags suitable for cosmetic removal.
- 2Your plan
Choose the Method
Based on the size, number and location of your tags, we recommend the in-office removal method that fits and explain how it works.
- 3Removal
Treat in the Office
The tags are removed as planned. Most patients feel only brief discomfort, and several tags can often be treated in one visit.
- 4Healing
Simple Aftercare
Small marks usually heal quickly. You leave with clear steps for caring for the area so it heals smoothly.
Founded by Dr. Natalie Mesnier, MD
Dr. Natalie Mesnier founded Ortho-Rejuv Wellness and Aesthetics as a medical practice, so a growth on your skin is looked at with a clinical eye before it is treated as a cosmetic concern.
Today our team of Certified Advanced Estheticians and medical staff provides our treatments, including in-office skin tag removal.
- Doctor of Medicine and founder of our practice
- Certified in advanced aesthetic procedures, including PRP and neuromodulator applications
- Background in anti-aging laser therapies and skin revitalization
What Patients Say About Our Practice
"Everyone was very knowledgeable, extremely caring and took the time to understand what I wanted."
Susie Fung, Google review
Cost and Financing
The cost of skin tag removal depends on how many tags you have, their size and where they are. We quote your pricing at your evaluation, so you know exactly what to expect before treatment begins.
Our Current Menu
See our treatment menu and current pricing on our medspa pricing page.
View Medspa PricingFinancing With Cherry
Many patients choose to spread the cost of their care into monthly payments through our financing partner, Cherry.
Explore FinancingSkin Tag Removal Questions
Answers to what patients ask us most about skin tags and their removal. Anything else is easy to cover at your evaluation.
Are skin tags harmful?
Skin tags are benign growths and are not a health risk on their own. Some growths that look like skin tags are something else, so any growth that changes, bleeds or hurts should be examined before it is treated.
Can I remove a skin tag at home?
We do not recommend it. Cutting, tying off or freezing a tag at home can lead to bleeding, infection and scarring, and it skips the step of confirming the growth is really a skin tag.
Does skin tag removal hurt?
Most patients feel only brief discomfort. We explain what you can expect for your specific method before we begin, so nothing comes as a surprise.
Will skin tags grow back after removal?
A tag that has been removed does not usually return. New skin tags can still form over time in the same areas, and we can treat those at a later visit.
Can several skin tags be removed in one visit?
Often, yes. We plan how many tags to treat per visit at your evaluation, based on their size, number and location.
Can skin tags on the eyelids be treated?
Tags near the eyes need extra care. We assess them first and tell you whether in-office removal is appropriate for that location.
What causes skin tags?
Skin tags tend to form where skin rubs against skin or clothing. They become more common with age, weight changes, pregnancy and hormonal shifts, and they can run in families.
How do you confirm a growth is a skin tag?
We examine each growth and review your health history before recommending removal. If a growth does not look like a typical skin tag, we tell you and do not treat it cosmetically.
Book Your Skin Tag Evaluation
Have your skin tags examined and removed in a short visit at our Portland medspa.
