How To Get Rid Of Red Moles From The Skin?
Who hasn’t ever encountered red moles on their skin? If they appear there, don’t be alarmed. They do not pose a health risk. However, many people would like to be able to get rid of red moles from their skin because they find them very unsightly from an aesthetic point of view.
In this article, in addition to giving you some general advice on how to take care of your skin and how to protect it, we will explain what red moles are, why they appear, what are the beauty treatments and natural remedies to eliminate them.
How are red nevi made?
Red moles, also known as ruby angiomas, have a circular shape, are red in color and are usually no larger than 2 millimeters in diameter. They mainly appear in the chest, neck and arm area.
Why do they appear?
In most cases they appear over time and are much more common in older people. It is also good to know that they appear mainly in people with very light skin.
The main causes for which I appear are a dilation of the small blood vessels of the skin or overexposure to the sun.
How can red moles be eliminated?
If they are small, you could mask them with concealers or foundation. However, there are several medical treatments that can eliminate red moles.
If you opt for this alternative, you should consult your doctor or dermatologist for advice on the best method for you:
- Surgery : it is mainly carried out in the case of large and deep moles. A cut is made on the skin, the mole is extracted and then the area is stitched up. It can be painful and usually leaves a scar.
- Laser therapy : This method is quick and painless, and has almost no side effects.
- Cryotherapy : the method uses liquid nitrogen to freeze the mole and then extract it, just like it is done with warts. The only problem with cryotherapy is the costs, which are quite high.
In any case, some people prefer to try some natural remedies first, in order to avoid the inconveniences of medical treatment and also the high price it implies.
Some natural remedies
Castor oil
In order to get rid of the red moles with this remedy, you will need castor oil, cotton and gauze.
Wet the cotton in castor oil and apply it on the mole, keeping it in contact with the skin thanks to the gauze. Change the cotton every day and do the treatment for seven days in a row.
Garlic
Garlic has excellent properties, and you may already know that it is also great for eliminating warts.
In the case of red moles it works in a similar way: apply a small piece of fresh garlic over the mole every day and hold it in place with gauze. If possible, change it twice a day, in the morning and in the evening, before going to sleep.
You can also supplement the treatment by consuming raw garlic or garlic tablets.
Unripe apple
Blend the pulp of an unripe apple and apply it to the mole, at least three times a day for three weeks. It is a treatment that requires patience, but it is effective and useful for eliminating red moles. The mole will disappear little by little.
Skin care
To prevent the appearance of new moles, it is essential to take care of your skin, especially if it is sensitive or very fair.
- Always protect it from solar radiation, especially in summer and in the hours of maximum radiation, from 12 to 16. Always use a sunscreen, but still avoid exposure or cover your skin in the hours of midday.
- Make natural peels once a week or every 15 days, with products adapted to your skin type and the sensitivity of each area of the body.
- Hydrate and nourish your skin habitually with vegetable oils or natural moisturizers.
- Use natural fabrics such as linen or cotton, and avoid synthetic fabrics
- Follow a balanced diet, consuming raw fruits and vegetables and healthy fats every day, which will nourish your skin deeply and give it vitality
- Whenever possible, shower with cold water or finish with a last cold rinse, to improve skin and general circulation of the body. Water that is too hot weakens and removes tone from the skin.
