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Skin tag removal: cost, methods and recovery

Skin tag removal: cost, methods and recovery

Medically reviewed by Mr Nabil Mopuri, Senior Specialist Plastic, Reconstructive and Hand Surgeon · Last updated: 24 October 2026

Quick answer: Skin tag removal at SABA Health Clinic in Bishop's Stortford costs £200 for up to 3 skin tags, removed under local anaesthetic by plastic surgeon Mr Nabil Mopuri. More than 3 are priced individually. Appointments are usually within the week (call 01279 874388 to check). Book skin tag removal. The NHS doesn't remove skin tags.

Skin tags are soft, harmless growths that usually appear where skin rubs or folds, such as the neck, armpits, eyelids and under the breasts. They don't need removing, but many people want them gone when they catch on clothing or jewellery, or simply bother them.

Here's what skin tag removal costs at SABA, how it's done and what recovery is like.

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How much does skin tag removal cost at SABA?

Removing up to 3 skin tags costs £200 in total.

TreatmentWhat it coversPrice
Skin tag removal (up to 3)Removal of 1 to 3 skin tags under local anaesthetic by Mr Mopuri£200
More than 3 skin tagsPriced for you by the team, based on how many and where they areQuote on request
Wart or verruca removal (up to 3)If you'd like a wart or verruca removed as well£200
Assessment with Mr MopuriFor a lump you're not sure is a skin tag, or a mole you'd like checked£200
Histology (lab testing)Lab analysis of removed tissue, only if needed, per lesion£150 to £200

SABA prices, October 2026.

Which do I need?

  • 1 to 3 skin tags: book skin tag removal at £200.
  • More than 3: send a message on WhatsApp (07703 980989) for a price.
  • Not sure it's a skin tag, or it has grown, bled or become painful: book the £200 assessment, or see your NHS GP.

If you have private medical insurance or a health plan through work, check whether your policy covers skin tag removal before you book.

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How does that compare with other UK prices?

Skin tag removal prices vary widely across the UK. Clinics on one directory list prices from £80, with some charging several hundred pounds (WhatClinic price listings, October 2026). The price usually depends on how many tags you have, where they are and who removes them.

Before you book anywhere, ask how many skin tags the price includes and who will remove them.

Ready to have your skin tags removed? Book skin tag removal in Bishop's Stortford with Mr Mopuri, usually within the week. Call reception on 01279 874388 to check availability.

How are skin tags removed?

Doctors remove skin tags in one of three ways: freezing them, using heat, or cutting them off with a surgical blade or scissors.

At SABA, Mr Mopuri numbs the skin with local anaesthetic first, then removes the skin tags and closes the skin using cosmetic techniques to keep marks small. The whole procedure takes 15 to 45 minutes.

Don't try to remove a skin tag yourself. The NHS advises against it unless a GP recommends it, because of the risk of infection, bleeding and scarring.

What is recovery like after skin tag removal?

Most people go back to their normal daily activities within 1 to 2 days. Full healing usually takes 1 to 2 weeks, and mild soreness for a day or two is normal.

You leave SABA with written aftercare advice. Removal can leave a small mark or a patch of darker skin, especially on black or brown skin. These changes are usually temporary but can sometimes be permanent.

Tip: Keep the area clean and dry for the first day, and wear loose clothing over it if you can. If the area becomes red, hot or keeps bleeding, call us.

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Can I have skin tags removed on the NHS?

No. The NHS treats skin tag removal as cosmetic, so you usually need to pay. You cannot get a skin tag removed on the NHS, though your NHS GP can check a lump if you're not sure what it is.

Private removal may suit you if a skin tag:

  • catches on clothing, a necklace, a bra strap or your razor
  • sits on your neck, face or eyelid and bothers you
  • is one of several you'd like removed at one visit

How do I book skin tag removal at SABA?

  1. Book online, by phone or on WhatsApp. You don't need a referral. Appointments are usually within the week; call reception on 01279 874388 to check availability.
  2. Mr Mopuri checks the skin tags and confirms the price before treatment.
  3. He numbs the area and removes them, which takes 15 to 45 minutes.
  4. You go home with written aftercare. There's free parking outside the clinic at Chapel House, Thremhall Park, just off the A120.

When should I see a GP about a skin tag?

See your NHS GP or a private GP if a skin tag gets bigger, becomes painful or starts bleeding. The NHS also advises getting advice if a skin tag develops into lots of skin tags. A doctor can check that the growth is a skin tag and not something that needs treating differently.

How SABA can help

  • Who you'll see: Mr Nabil Mopuri, a plastic surgeon with over 30 years of surgical experience
  • Price: £200 for up to 3 skin tags
  • How soon: usually within the week (call 01279 874388 to check)
  • Where: Chapel House, Thremhall Park, Bishop's Stortford CM22 7WE, with free parking
  • No referral needed, at a CQC-registered clinic
Book Your Consultation at SABA Health Clinic

Visit our Bishop's Stortford clinic for a personalised assessment, expert medical advice, and treatment recommendations tailored to your individual needs.

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Mr Nabil Mopuri

Senior Specialist Plastic, Reconstructive & Hand Surgeon

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Our minor surgery service is led by an experienced plastic surgeon at our Bishop's Stortford clinic.

Mr Nabil Mopuri
Senior Specialist Plastic, Reconstructive & Hand Surgeon

FRCS (Glasgow), EBOPRAS, European Diploma in Hand Surgery

Mr Mopuri is a Senior Specialist Plastic, Reconstructive and Hand Surgeon with over 30 years of surgical experience, carrying out mole, skin tag and skin lesion removal under local anaesthetic at our Bishop's Stortford clinic.

Meet the full SABA Health team on our About Us page.

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Have your skin tags removed by a plastic surgeon, usually within the week

£200 for up to 3 skin tags, under local anaesthetic, near Bishop's Stortford, Harlow and Great Dunmow.

CQC-registered clinic, rated 5.0 on Google, with free parking.

Book online · Call 01279 874388 to check availability · WhatsApp 07703 980989

Medical Disclaimer

This article is intended for informational purposes only and has been reviewed by a qualified clinician at SABA Health Clinic. It does not constitute personal medical advice. SABA Health Clinic does not provide emergency medical services. In a medical emergency, please call 999 or go to your nearest A&E immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does skin tag removal hurt?
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Will skin tag removal leave a scar?
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Will my skin tags come back?
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Do I need a GP referral for skin tag removal?
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Do you remove warts and verrucas too?
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Looking for another treatment?

SABA Health offers a full range of private services from our clinic in Bishop's Stortford. If you are ready to take the next step, visit our Minor Surgery page. You may also find these helpful:

References

1. NHS, Skin tags, reviewed April 2023

2. WhatClinic, Skin tag removal UK (price listings), viewed October 2026

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