Skin tags, medically known as acrochordons or soft fibromas, are small skin growths that usually appear in areas of the body where there are folds, such as the neck, armpits, eyelids, groin, and under the breasts.
Although they are harmless and generally painless, they can be bothersome or unsightly for some people. If you’re wondering why these skin tags appear and how you can safely remove them, here’s everything you need to know, with expert advice.