Skin Tag Removal in Los Angeles
Skin tags are harmless. Keeping them is a choice, not an obligation.
At Beauty Mark MD™, Dr. Ardesh, a double board-certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon, removes skin tags with the same surgical precision used in advanced facial reconstruction. Whether it's one tag or several, on your neck, face, or body, the goal is always the same: clean removal, minimal trace, and skin that looks like the tag was never there.
Based in Beverly Hills. Trusted by patients across Los Angeles, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, Newport Beach, and beyond.
Understanding Skin Tags In Los Angeles?
Skin tags (acrochordons) are small, soft growths that hang from the skin by a thin stalk. They are completely benign, not cancerous, not contagious, and not dangerous. They typically appear where skin rubs against skin or clothing, caused by friction, hormonal changes, or genetics.
You don't need a medical reason to have them removed. Cosmetic concern alone is reason enough. Not every small skin growth is a skin tag; a board-certified surgeon evaluates the growth before removal, a step med spas routinely skip.
When Should You Consider Skin Tag Removal?
Consider professional removal if your skin tag is:
- Catching on jewellery, collars, or clothing repeatedly
- Located in a visible area: neck, face, or near the eyelids
- Bleeding, inflamed, or persistently irritated
- Affecting your confidence in photos or daily life
- Changing in size, texture, or colour; seek evaluation immediately
- In an area where precision matters cosmetically
If you're uncertain whether the growth is a skin tag, that uncertainty alone is reason enough to consult Dr. Ardesh before doing anything else.
Real Patients.
Real Transformations.
Why Choose Dr. Ardesh for Skin Tag Removal in Los Angeles?
Plastic surgeons are trained to treat skin with a level of care and precision that truly makes a difference, not just in how a procedure goes, but in how your skin looks and feels long after. Every growth is looked at closely, with both your safety and your appearance in mind. Nothing is rushed, and nothing is overlooked.
Dr. Ardesh of Beauty Mark MD™ is double-board-certified and has spent years perfecting his approach to skin. With over 7,000 successful procedures behind him, he understands that every patient wants to walk away looking like themselves, just without the thing that was bothering them. Precision, safety, and results that feel natural. That's what every appointment is built around.
What Sets Dr. Ardesh Apart:
- Board-certified expertise: Specialty training in facial and skin procedures
- Advanced techniques: Latest removal methods with minimal scarring
- Personalized evaluation: Every mole is assessed individually before treatment
- Precision focus: Surgical skill to remove moles cleanly without excessive tissue damage
- Convenient location: Beverly Hills office serving Los Angeles and Orange County
- Same-day results: Most moles removed in a single appointment
For comprehensive information on skin tag removal procedures and recovery, see our complete skin tag removal guide.
Skin Tag Removal Treatments at Our Beverly Hills Practice
Dr. Ardesh selects the removal method based on the tag's size, depth, location, and your skin type. There is no one-size-fits-all approach, and that distinction matters for your cosmetic result.
The gold standard for tags in cosmetically sensitive areas: neck, face, and eyelids. The stalk is precisely excised under local anesthesia. Results are immediate, and the technique prioritizes the surrounding tissue to minimize any visible mark.
A controlled electrical current removes the tag while simultaneously sealing the site. Highly effective for multiple tags treated in a single visit. Minimal bleeding, precise margins.
Targeted liquid nitrogen causes the tag to detach within seven to fourteen days. Best suited for smaller tags away from delicate facial skin. All procedures are performed in the office and completed in under 15 minutes with local anesthesia. Multiple tags can be addressed in the same visit.
What to Expect: From Consultation to Healed Skin
Consultation
Dr. Ardesh examines the growth, confirms the diagnosis, and recommends the most appropriate removal technique for your skin type and the tag's location. No assumptions. No rushed decisions.
The Procedure
Local anesthesia is administered first. Once the area is numb, removal is performed — most patients feel nothing beyond the initial numbing injection. The appointment typically wraps up in under 15 minutes.
Recovery
Return to daily activity the same day. Mild redness or a small scab is normal and resolves within one to two weeks. Full cosmetic resolution takes four to eight weeks. Daily SPF on the treated area improves the final result. New tags may develop over time if underlying triggers remain, which will be discussed during your consultation.
Preparing for Skin Tag Removal in Los Angeles
Simple preparation ensures the best possible outcome. Before your appointment with Dr. Ardesh:
- Stop blood-thinning medications — aspirin, ibuprofen, vitamin E — at least one week before treatment
- Keep the skin tag area clean and free from lotions, creams, or jewellery on the day of your appointment
- Avoid excessive sun exposure on the treatment area in the days leading up to your visit
- Do not attempt to cut, tie, or irritate the tag before your appointment — this increases infection risk
- Wear loose, comfortable clothing that does not press against the treatment area
Dr. Ardesh will provide personalised pre-procedure guidance based on the tag's location and your skin type at consultation.
Skin Tag Removal in Los Angeles: Healing Stages and Recovery
Recovery is minimal. Most patients return to normal activity the same day.
- Days 1–3: Mild redness or a small scab at the removal site is a normal inflammatory response
- Week 1–2: The surface heals completely. Scabbing resolves on its own — do not pick or disturb it
- Weeks 4–8: Any residual redness or pigmentation fades progressively
- Ongoing: Daily SPF applied to the treated area improves the final cosmetic result and prevents discolouration
Removed tags do not return in the same location. If new tags develop elsewhere over time, Dr. Ardesh discusses the underlying triggers at your consultation so you understand what to expect long term.
Can I Remove a Skin Tag at Home?
It is not recommended — particularly on the face, neck, or eyelids.
- Over-the-counter cryotherapy kits frequently cause incomplete removal, leaving residual tissue that becomes inflamed
- DIY removal on thin-skinned areas carries a genuine risk of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation and scarring
- At-home methods cannot confirm whether the growth is a skin tag; not every soft growth is benign
- No at-home kit matches the precision of surgical excision or electrocautery performed under local anesthesia
- Professional removal eliminates the guesswork, protects the surrounding skin, and produces a cleaner cosmetic result in under 15 minutes.
Serving Patients Across Greater Los Angeles
Dr. Ardesh's Beverly Hills practice at 150 S. Rodeo Drive serves patients from across the region, including Los Angeles, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, Brentwood, Culver City, Burbank, Pasadena, and the wider LA metro area. A second location in Newport Beach serves patients throughout Orange County.
About the Practice
Dr. Ardesh is a double board-certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon with over 7,000 procedures and a reputation for natural-looking results. Whether you’re coming in for mole removal in Los Angeles or mole removal in Orange County, you’ll find the same level of precision and personal care at his Beverly Hills practice.
Book your consultation at drardesh.com. Alongside skin tag and mole removal, Dr. Ardesh also performs a range of advanced cosmetic procedures, including Rhinoplasty, Neck Lift, and Facelift.
150 S. Rodeo Drive, Suite 260, Beverly Hills, CA 90212
1441 Avocado Ave, Suite 703, Newport Beach, CA 92660
Book Your Consultation Today
Book your consultation at drardesh.com. Call (424) 242-8608. Visit us at 150 S. Rodeo Drive, Suite 260, Beverly Hills, CA 90212 or 1441 Avocado Ave, Suite 703, Newport Beach, CA 92660.
