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# Some Mole Products Can Injure, Scar: FDA
- URL: https://www.fdaweb.com/some-mole-products-can-injure-scar-fda/
- Published: 2022-06-09T12:00:00.000Z
- Updated: 2026-09-14T17:48:09.000Z
- Author: David McFarland
- Tags: Drugs, #legacy-id-D5152017

An FDA consumer update cautions that some products marketed for removing moles and other skin lesions can cause injuries and scarring. The online [post](https://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/products-marketed-removing-moles-and-other-skin-lesions-can-cause-injuries-scarring?ref=fdaweb.com) says there currently are no FDA-approved prescription or over-the-counter drugs to treat moles, seborrheic keratoses, or skin tags.

“But,” it says, “there are potentially dangerous products being sold that claim to help remove these lesions. The products are sold as ointments, gels, sticks, and liquids and may contain high concentrations of salicylic acid or other harmful ingredients. FDA is advising consumers to avoid these products because of their potentially harmful side effects and serious risks…. FDA has received reports about people who developed permanent skin injuries and infections after using products marketed as mole or skin tag removers.”