15 Natural Agents to Remove Moles
It cost $100 to $500 for every mole removed by a dermatologist and for that reason… Here's a List of home remedies to remove your moles without spending a fortune.
1. Garlic
This natural ingredient adds flavor to meals and helps disintegrate cells associated with the formation of moles.
- Cut or crush a clove and place it over your mole (secured with a bandage)
- After several days of repeating the process, the pigmentation will lighten and the lesion will fall off naturally.
2. Apple Cider Vinegar
It's actually possible to "burn" the mole off your skin with apple cider vinegar (ACV). This agent is a natural strong acid that'll remove the lesion without harming your skin.
- Dip a cotton ball into apple cider vinegar and place it over your mole (secured with a bandage)
- Repeat the process for several days.
- Your skin type might be allergic to ACV. To confirm, test the acid in an unaffected area first → Using ACV for Bacne
3. Pineapple Juice
While it can't make your mole fall off, pineapple juice can lighten its pigmentation to make the lesion less visible.
Similar to ACV, you need to dip a cotton ball into the juice (which should be 100% natural) and apply it daily until you see the desired effects.
4. Onion Juice
Onion juice is another natural remedy that is an effective mole remover. Its acidic properties will aid in making the pigmentation fade away. Plus, it can help you maintain an even skin tone
5. Castor Oil with Baking Soda
Castor Oil has discutient properties making it an effective agent in mole removal. Mixed with baking soda, you can apply this natural ingredient on the affected area twice a month.
6. Flaxseed Oil
Flaxseed oil can help soften moles so they'll come off naturally.
- The application involves mixing the oil with honey to create a paste.
- You should see some results if you apply it three times a day for a few weeks.
7. Grapefruit Seed Extract
- Apply a drop 2 to 3 times a day for 1 month.
- You also have the option to combine 1 part of Grapefruit Seed Extract and 10 parts of avocado oil and apply it on the affected area for 10 to 15 minutes.
8. Frankincense
Frankincense removes a mole layer by layer. That said, you should apply the essential oil (combined with olive oil) 2 to 3 times a day for a few weeks.
9. Aloe Vera
Aloe Vera gel will mildly remove and lighten your mole. But make sure you'll be applying a fresh gel on the affected area. The desired results will typically take place after a month of treatment.
10. Iodine Solution
If you're thinking of buying something from the drugstore, then you may want to purchase an iodine tincture. It is an effective removal agent as it triggers natural cell death.
11. Banana Peels
This home remedy contains natural acids (such as oxalic and ascorbic) effective in removing skin lesions.
12. Lemon Juice
Lemon juice has properties that make it an effective astringent. Applying this natural remedy will help lighten your mole. You can apply the juice once or twice a day until the mole forms a scab and falls off.
13. Oregano Oil
Aside from removing warts, oregano also has properties effective for mole removal. For best results, you should combine the essential oil with castor oil. Also, you should apply the solution 2-to-3 times daily.
14. Black Salve
This ointment is made from bloodroot herb that has properties to remove moles. Dab the black salve on the affected area and cover it with a bandage.
15. Potato
The natural bleaching compounds found in potatoes can lighten pigmentation. Rub a cut potato on your mole and leave its juice to dry.
Saving Money On Mole Home Remedies
It is obvious that the home remedies mentioned above are more affordable than a removal done by an expert. Nevertheless, some moles may require surgery if it's cancerous. So, if you think your mole is a bit different, it's better to consult a dermatologist first.
If you have no health problems, though, choose among the aforementioned home remedies and be delighted by the results.
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