06/08/2026
🤎 SEBORRHEIC KERATOSIS... THE BLEMISH THAT OFTEN GETS MISTAKEN FOR A MOLE! 🤎
Have you ever noticed a brown, waxy-looking patch that seems to have appeared out of nowhere? It can look a little like it's been "stuck on" the skin...
Chances are it could be a seborrheic keratosis (SK).
💡 What is it?
Seborrheic keratoses are very common, benign (non-cancerous) skin growths. They can vary in colour from light tan to dark brown or even black and may be flat, raised, smooth or rough.
Despite how they look...
✅ They are not contagious ✅ They are not caused by poor hygiene ✅ They are not skin cancer
Why do they appear? ✨ They become more common as we age. ✨ Genetics can play a role. ✨ Sun exposure may contribute over time. ✨ They're simply one of those common skin changes many of us develop.
You'll often find them on the: ✔ Face ✔ Chest ✔ Back ✔ Shoulders ✔ Neck
Although harmless, they can become: • Irritated by clothing or jewellery • Itchy • Catch when shaving • Something that affects your confidence
⚠️ When should you get one checked?
If a lesion is new, changing, bleeding, painful, or you're unsure what it is, it's always best to have it assessed by your GP or a dermatologist before considering cosmetic removal.
✨ Can they be removed?
Yes! I remove seborrheic keratoses using Short Wave Diathermy – a quick, precise treatment that gently removes the lesion with minimal downtime.
As a registered nurse, your skin health always comes first. If I'm ever unsure about a blemish, I'll always advise a medical review before treatment.
💕 Have a stubborn waxy blemish that's bothering you? Pop me a message and I'd be happy to advise whether it's something I can help with.
07545254363
