Skin tags and moles are common skin problems that may seem insignificant, but can really be a nuisance. On top of this, they can have a significant effect on your appearance if they develop on areas that are most visible such as your face.

Skin tags are small and soft skin growth, which are usually flesh-colored. They grow or stick out on a thin stalk, and do not cause any harm or threaten your health. They look like tiny flaps of skin, about the size of the head of a pen and no bigger than three centimeters at most. They can increase in size over time. For most people, they appear in areas like the neck, armpits, torso, and body folds.

Moles, on the other hand, are dark spots on the skin that are caused due to cells growing in a cluster. These cells, known as melanocytes, are cells that are responsible for the natural pigmentation of the skin. When they grow in a cluster, it results in darker pigmentation, which explains the black or brown color of moles. For some people, moles may increase in size over time, and sometimes, hair may grow from them. They usually appear in areas of your skin that receive the most exposure to sunlight like your face, chest, arms, and back.