Common Skin Moles: What Are They?

Posted on April 11, 2012 by dermatend-lover in Mole Info

Also known as a nevus, a common mole is a small growth that occurs on this skin. This growth is characteristically tan, pink or brown in color, and often features an edge that is distinct.

Skin Moles, also known as skin tags

A common mole is normally smaller than 5mm wide which is approximately one quarter of an inch or the width of a pencil eraser. Moles are often dome-shaped and come with a surface that is smooth to the touch. Common moles are skin growths that develop when the melanocytes or pigment cells grow on the skin in the form of clusters. Most adults will have moles on their skin, ranging from between 10-40 in number. Such skin growths are typically located on areas above the waistline which are often exposed to the sun. It is rare to find moles on the breast, buttocks or scalp.

Common moles may appear as early as birth, being present when a baby is born. However, moles are known to typically appear during the later years of an individual’s childhood. Most individuals will continue to develop new skin moles until they reach the age of forty years. Common moles will often fade away in the elderly and as one grows older.

It is important for individuals with more than 50 common moles on their skin to seek medical attention as they face increased chances of developing melanoma, a dangerous form of skin cancer. However, the appearance of moles should not be a cause of alarm for everyone who has them as not all moles will develop into melanoma.

Dysplastic nevi are unusual moles which are typically flat and large, and which lack an oval or symmetric round shape. These moles also normally carry an edge that is not distinct, and may feature shades of tan, pink or brown. If you have dysplastic nevi, you face higher risks of developing melanoma. You should however note that in the majority of cases, dysplastic nevi will not turn into melanoma.

It is important to consult your doctor immediately the size, color, height or shape of your mole changes or in the event that it begins to ooze or bleed. You should also seek medical attention if you notice a new mole that does not resemble your other moles. The only way melanoma can be diagnosed is through the removal of skin tissue, which is thereafter checked for the presence of cancer cells.

What To Do after You’ve Removed Your Mole: Dermatend Quick Healing Balm

Posted on October 12, 2011 by dermatend-lover in Dermatend Mole Removal

So you’ve decided to remove your mole. Now what? You should think about Quick Healing Balm to help you prevent scarring.

After undergoing the mole removal process, there is a small chance that small scars could occur on the skin surface. Therefore you may want to look at various options for dealing with your healing wound to increase your chances of healing with no scar. A good solution to prevent scarring is to use a scarless-healing cream. It’s important to use a scarless healing cream so as to prevent scars left after the mole has been removed.

Because of the many scarless healing creams that are available on the market, some users end up trying out up to ten different creams before finding the right one that will actually take care of the annoying scar. Amongst the many options, DermaTend’s Quick Healing Balm is a popular choice with consumers who use DermaTend mole remover.

DermaTend’s Quick Healing Balm is currently FREE with every order of the DermaTend Ultra Strength Mole Remover. This Quick Healing Balm is crafted by hand to produce a powerful natural healing balm that has been specifically designed to complement the work of the DermaTend mole remover. The Quick Healing Balm accelerates the mole removal process while increasing the ability of your skin to heal faster after the treatment, so it comes recommended to use the two treatments together.

Since childhood, many people have suffered from blemishes that left them frustrated, such as ghastly moles above the lip. Fortunately, to rid yourself of these blemishes you don’t have to opt for costly removal surgery, which could leave you with a deep and prominent scar. As an adult, you have the power to improve your appearance and make yourself look better easily because there are many choices on the market. By opting for DermaTend mole removal creams, you will most likely only have minimal scarring, which can easily be avoided using the Quick Healing Balm.

The Quick Healing Balm is ideal for those seeking a cream that will help to rid them of scar marks and blemishes on their skin. Consumers who have successfully used this product have reported being able to remove scars caused during the mole removal procedure using DermaTend’s mole removal cream. This balm doesn’t only make the scars grow faint, but can also get them to disappear altogether over time. The balm is also ideal because it works well on sensitive areas, like the face, without causing any side effects. Be sure to follow the instructions that come with the packaging in order to ensure that the product is able to work effectively in preventing your skin from forming scars.

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Different Types of Moles

Posted on October 8, 2011 by dermatend-lover in Mole Removal

There are 3 different types of moles, or classifications: regular moles, irregular moles and cancerous moles.

Regular Moles

Regular moles are the benign moles that are not harmful to your overall health. These moles are typically symmetrical in shape, have uniform color and regular borders. Regular moles are about the size of a pencil eraser or smaller and may be raised or flat. Just like the other mole types, these noncancerous moles may also come with associated hairs.

Irregular Moles

Also known as atypical moles, dysplastic nevi or Clark’s nevi, irregular moles are normally asymmetrical in shape, with multiple or dark colors and irregular borders. These moles are typically bigger than the size of a pencil eraser and in most cases are flat or nearly flat. This is one of the most important ways of distinguishing between the regular and irregular moles. While most individuals will consult a doctor with regards to raised moles, it is actually the flat moles that provide a reason for medical concern. Your overall risk of developing melanoma is increased if you have more than 20-25 irregular or dysplastic moles. The risk of melanoma is further increased if you have a giant congenital mole that’s bigger than 8-10 inches in size.

Irregular moles comprise of irregular or abnormal cells with the potential of transforming or becoming cancerous over time. However, this does not mean that all irregular moles will always develop into a melanoma or cancer. Irregular moles may appear anywhere on your body, but are most often located on sun-exposed skin, especially on your shoulders and upper back where you get the most severe sunburn. The ears are another common location for atypical moles, due to the difficulty of applying sunscreen in this area, as well as the fact that they are frequently exposed to the sun.

Cancerous Moles

Cancerous moles are similar to melanomas in that they are very irregular and have already turned malignant. You are more likely to develop melanoma on skin that has been damaged by the sun such as the upper back, neck, head and shoulders. It is possible for some regular moles to evolve into irregular or cancerous moles over time. It is therefore important to closely watch your moles for any changes or atypical features. Be sure to also undergo monthly skin self-examinations, as well as an annual full-body mole examination carried out by a qualified dermatologist. This will provide for early detection of abnormal moles and melanoma.

It is recommended that you consult with your doctor before using any topical mole removing cream. Once you have determined that your mole is either regular or irregular, you can remove your mole safely with Dermatend mole removing treatment.

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