Skin tags — those small, harmless growths on the skin — can be annoying, especially when they appear on visible areas like the neck, eyelids, or underarms.
Most people think you need surgery or costly dermatology treatments to get rid of them… but there are home remedies that some claim work surprisingly well.
One of the most popular?
👉 Toothpaste.
🧴 Why Toothpaste?
Toothpaste contains ingredients like:
- Baking soda – dries out skin growths
- Hydrogen peroxide compounds – mild antiseptic effect
- Menthol & essential oils – create a cooling, drying sensation
When applied to skin tags, toothpaste may help dry them out so they shrink and eventually fall off.
🥣 Toothpaste Remedy for Skin Tags
Ingredients:
- A pea-sized amount of white toothpaste (not gel-based)
- Optional: a pinch of baking soda
Method:
- Clean the area around the skin tag with mild soap and water.
- Pat dry.
- Apply a thin layer of toothpaste directly onto the skin tag.
- Cover with a bandage or cotton ball + tape to keep it in place overnight.
- Rinse off in the morning.
Repeat nightly for several days until the tag dries and falls off.
✅ Other Natural Add-Ons
Some combine toothpaste with:
- Castor oil + baking soda paste
- Apple cider vinegar dab before toothpaste
- Garlic juice drop under the bandage
These are all traditional remedies believed to speed up skin tag removal.
⚠️ Important Precautions
While many people swear this works, remember:
- No medical studies confirm toothpaste as a cure for skin tags
- Can cause skin irritation, redness, or burning (especially on sensitive skin)
- Avoid on eyelids, face, or genitals
- Never use on suspicious or changing skin growths — see a doctor
For safe and permanent removal, dermatologists offer cryotherapy (freezing), cauterization, or minor surgery.
💬 Final Thoughts
The idea that you can remove a skin tag overnight with toothpaste is popular and may work for some people, especially on small, soft tags.
But it’s not guaranteed, and results vary. If you try it, do so carefully, and stop if irritation occurs.
👉 For quick, safe, and permanent results, always consult a professional.
Still, as a low-cost home remedy, this toothpaste trick is one that many people have tested — and some claim it really does work.
