I removed a mole using apple cider vinegar, but I still have some pigment left from the mole. How can I get rid of it? (Photo)

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How do I remove all of the pigmentation from underneath the skin so it looks like I never had a mole there before?

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

I see more and more burns on the face from home remedies these days. I would use a topical skin lightener, in this case Melarase PM, twice daily to reduce the pigmentation. Good luck,Dr. Karamanoukian

Shobhan Manoharan, MBBS, FACD · Answer

Please never remove moles or pigmented lesions with apple cider vinegar.  Even though many moles are normal, some may be malignant, or actually be a melanoma.  These lesions need to be assessed by a medical practitioner, and if benign, then a shave or complete excision would be the best option.  These specimens can then also be sent for analysis to ensure there is no abnormal cells/malignancy.  Using agents such as apple cider vinegar, consema, etc often leads to partial removal, scarring and the return of these lesions mimicking melanoma (pseudo melanoma), in which case a much bigger procedure may be required in the future.

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