Skin tags are soft, noncancerous growths that usually form within the skin folds of the neck, armpits, breasts, groin area, and eyelids. These growths are loose collagen fibers that become lodged inside thicker areas of the skin. These skin lesions are usually harmless, but they can be painful when snagged by jewelry or clothing. Not to mention, they’re also unsightly. And if they get infected, it can cause serious problems. So, it’s best to get rid of them.

Skin tags tend to grow in the skin folds, where the skin rubs against itself, such as on the neck, armpits or groin. This is why they tend to affect overweight people who have excess folds of skin and skin chafing.