Over-exposure to direct sunlight is thought to be a leading cause of mole growths. In particular the development of malignant atypical moles can be of concern. Dysplastic moles or melanomas also often start with these types of moles.

People are generally motivated by several factors when they decide to have their moles removed. Firstly it can be a cosmetic issue, as people can feel that their moles are unsightly. Alternatively it can be that the mole is itchy or irritable and can bleed when scratched. As we have already mentioned, moles can also pose a risk of cancer. For all of these reasons, mole removal is a something that is of concern to many.

Moles can be removed by cutting the mole away from the skin and then stitching up the wound. Excision is painful and can cause scarring. Moles can also instead be cauterized; this method burns the mole out of the skin and while doing so, seals the tissue. This means that there is no actual incision or bleeding as a result. Laser procedures can also be used but because the laser does not penetrate to the deeper layers of the skin, it is not effective in the removal of moles that are deeply embedded into the flesh.

The mole can alternatively be shaved from the skin, using a scalpel. Only moles that are superficial and surface-bound can be removed using this method. Anesthetic is used to block the pain but there is no guarantee that this type of procedure will not leave permanent scars.

Our skin is most important to us and we would of course prefer to use a method of mole removal that does not carry a risk of scarring. Herbal remedies and natural ingredients can be applied with hot water and placed on the skin to remove moles. Some of the natural ingredients that can be used are vinegar and caster oil or honey. Pineapple and fig stems can also be used as can vegetables such as cauliflower. All of these can be effective in the removal of unsightly moles.



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