Any suggestions to lighten mole with home remedies?

Question

I have a very small begnign mole on my face (I had it cheched by a dermatologyst). It is about 1mm diameter and flat, but very dark, and I would like it to lighten it. I heard that by applying lemon juice or pineapple juice on it 3/4 times a day it could bleach a bit. Is it safe to try this method? The worst thing that can happen is that it could not work?

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

This can be treated with lasers or radiofreuqency/desiccation.  I suggest seeing a cosmetic dermatologist with experience.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Kevin T. Nash, MD, PhD, FAAD · Answer

You should never attempt to lighten a mole. Altering the pigment of a mole with a home remedy or laser treatment could impair the ability to detect a melanoma at the earliest stages. Although this is a controversial topic, I would highly encourage you not to do this. If you do not like the appearance of the mole it could be cosmetically removed. At 1mm in diameter, a simple punch excision could be performed with a minimal scar. In addition, the mole could be sent off to make sure it is benign.

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