SEBORRHEIC KERATOSIS TREATMENTS (INCLUDING ESKATA)| DR DRAY

[@wendymuir7818]

I've removed these at home by applying a generous dab of salicylic acid gel (the kind used for acne) and topping it with a bandaid. Changed it daily for 2 or 3 days. The barnacle softened and began to disintegrate, and I was able to scrape the rest off with a thumbnail.

[@vitra4361]

May I ask which brand that you use? I want to research the ingredients of the product. Thanks in advance

[@riyasood4858]

How much time did it take for it to go?

[@victoriabanaag7432]

On​@@vitra4361

[@MyFungal]

@@wendymuir7818 I ve had mine Lazer off and they grow back sometimes

[@MelModica]

I used compound W wart gel on one spot on the side of my face. I used a Q-tip and apply a small drop of the gel right on the spot every night for a week and it’s gone!

[@terrydamm2168]

I have lots of these and after a large one on my face was zapped three years in a row (with liquid nitrogen) by my dermatologist with no result, I decided to try tea tree oil. Amazing! Took a couple of weeks with daily application but it is gone with no scarring and has not returned. I use tea tree oil on lesions from shingles as well and it works. I believe more research should be done with these traditional remedies--they've worked for centuries!

[@boomshankalady8029]

Agreed, me too

[@TiNa-lj6wm]

May I ask what brand you used for the tea tree oil..appreciate ur response

[@cydkriletich6538]

If you don’t mind sharing, are there any specific ways in which to use the Tea Tree Oil? Diluted? Full strength? Apply with a Q-TIPS?

[@mikeasmel]

Please advise what tea tree oil you used and strength and dosage. thanks!

[@kayfay7674]

Hi, how did you use the tea tree oil?

[@leeboriack8054]

A seborrheic keratosis on my face, I scrubbed w a Q Tip soaked in hydrogen peroxide and easily scraped it off. The hydrogen peroxide made the brown texture bubble up and turn white almost immediately.

[@boomshankalady8029]

What strength/type of H.P. ? Ive been using T Tree oil sucessfully

[@Meecte]

​@@boomshankalady8029 with tea tree oil, do you dilute it, or just smack it on with a cotton ball?

[@sunshyne81lbs17]

@@boomshankalady8029did you dilute the tea tree oil?

[@MarshallArtz007]

I wouldn’t try this, especially on my face. Anonymous anecdotal testimonials are interesting to read, but obviously unreliable. If you insist on experimenting with these home remedies, try it on a less visible part of your body.

[@Mhel2023]

Thank you! I'm 57 and just visited dermatologist here in Houston this morning because I have one right under my butt cheek 😳. I was stressing thinking omg I have melanoma, etc but she took a look and said it was SK which I've never heard of. First thing I thought of when I returned to the office is to look up Dr Dray for more detailed info. Thanks for all you do, it's appreciated! Melissa

[@kiwipommiegirl]

I have these all over my back,on my chest and round my neck. Also have some on my face which look awful,and they're spreading all the time. They sure do affect your self esteem!

[@MM-pb6qh]

I went around with a huge one on the side of my face and my ear from my younger years. Plastic surgeon offered to zap it with a strong laser. That was a game changer. A small part on my ear came back yrs later and the PA at derm froze it for me. I now lift up the ones I can reach and snip them off w curved manicure scissors.

[@GG-pr3yo]

Tea tree oil with a q tip twice a day until it begins to break apart. Mine took a month (side of face) - you need to be patient.

[@Kathyjohnson-uk1wp]

Amazing to read the comment of someone who used tea tree oil, with positive effects! I am completely rid of one scabby looking mole, and am working on a seborreic one on my arm that bothers me because it is ugly and prominent.

[@judithbaker2978]

Eskata is great. I have had two treatments at my derm office and results were amazing for a reasonable price.

[@mimifredericks7456]

Hi ....can I ask what you paid? I think it is over $200.

[@epillai1]

How much did you pay? I am considering this.

[@logovixen]

Are the results permanent or will they come back?

[@kaebella2259]

Eskata is hydrogen peroxide 40% strength. You cannot buy it, buy you can buy Peroxide 40 Volume for hair dye ($3). :) Best of luck! I am just treating mine now. I will let you know how it turns out.

[@vcasper2827]

@@kaebella2259 Hi! How is this going for you? Any luck?

[@ashleyisachild]

Since Eskata was discontinued, is anything similar available now in 2023?

[@robinsierra1029]

This was discussed on another forum, and people said that applying apple cider vinegar for two weeks made it go away

[@valerieharvey8719]

Why not talk about the insurance companies getting away with nonpayment , and the greed of doctors then overcharging for questionable results. It must not matter much that their patients are suffering.

[@MM-pb6qh]

My derm would only shave the m off, and charged $250 ea. Said no insurance coverage, so I had two removed a year apart since that's all I could afford. Then i found out that i indeed had coverage and with some persistence I received a full refund...2yrs later, and having to put up w them! My insurance covers 7 per calendar year...and my GP will freeze them for me.

[@giselerose8391]

The concern I was hoping you'd address! Thank you!!!

[@DrDrayzday]

Happy Friday!

[@layuuki9144]

Before you go thru these invasive procedures, try taking a few vitamin D3 tablets, make it into a paste with water, put it on the SK and top it with a round bandaid. Do this every day and after a week, it might disappear. It worked on me.

[@superbeast4287]

I have one on my shoulder. Im sure its genetics. Im going to try this. Sounds right. Thanks.

[@sarahjaye4117]

What brand did you use, do you think the brand matters like if it’s a cheaper one

[@layuuki9144]

Just any brand but I didn’t use the gel capsule. I used the white pills that melt in a drop of water to make a paste. Hope it works for you.

[@katu3802]

@@superbeast4287 did you try it out?

[@mariannreid3120]

I was researching this after watching your video and I see the Eskata has been discontinued. As this is an older video of yours is there anything new in treating these barnacles?

[@tsariaalbrecht1009]

Between seborrheic keratosis and skin tags we all better start saving our pennies. Sigh...

[@maddscientist3170]

EXACTLY

[@MM-pb6qh]

Before you give up, call your insurance co directly, and check on your coverage. The derm offices don't always have accurate info. Mine sure didn't!

[@laquerisma]

Just had over 200 of these frozen two days ago (used a canister and a half) and after was on fire! I wish I'd taken an Aleve beforehand. I'm wonderfully speckled and can't wait for them to fall off. They're all over my torso, neck and bra line and makes wearing a bra uncomfortable. I've had some really large ones removed two years ago and leaves a light spot behind. I hate that they grow back but I have noticed they seem to come back skin-toned rather than dark brown. Thanks for the great info, Doc.

[@SueRosalie]

lucky you finding a doctor who was happy to deal with so many of these awful things. I have quite a few but my mother has them completely covering her lower back and she is embarrassed to wear a swimsuit.

[@debbiehopper5288]

My sister had removal, and those stubborn things came back.

[@lillianchiu1301]

Dr. Dray, I love learning all things skin from you.

[@DrDrayzday]

thanks! Happy Friday!

[@dianamoon3614]

'Dangerous' how? Skin damage &/or infection? The Eskata treatment seems like a great choice! Thanks so much

[@vg1734]

Dear doctor, this video was made 4 years ago. May be you know of any new treatments foe seborrheic keratosis by this time. Please, let us know. Thank you. Victoria

[@jt8142]

I had 3 SKs removed on my back by a dermatologist last month; she used cryotherapy. It was the first time I had this procedure done or was made aware of what these growths were.

[@paulahatch9955]

Happy Friday Dr Dray..would it be possible to put a picture up of some of these problems you speak about so that if we’re not sure what they are we can get a better idea.. as I find everything you talk about very interesting thank you....see you tomorrow x🤩

[@wilbernietolozada8211]

Good question because many do not know what they look like.

[@slamlove2003]

There are several factors in treating kp naturally. One plan I found that succeeds in merging these is the Keelee Remedy System (check it out on google) without a doubt the no.1 guide that I've heard of. look at the incredible information .

[@genessisavila4169]

There are several things for treating kp at home Make sure you consume plenty of fruit and vegetables. Take vitamin C Use herbs which cleanse the body such as burdock root make use of herbs with infection fighting properties including myrrh and burdock and others including garlic (I read these and the reasons they work on Keelee Remedy System website )

[@SueRosalie]

@@genessisavila4169 sorry. Those things do not treat this condition. Please don't post stuff like that that you just found on the internet.

[@suzanneschulz8479]

It's sad that insurance doesn't cover cause it cosmetic. Irritation from my own picking of keratosis

[@MyFungal]

They ate not life threatening just. Ugly

[@janerichards3868]

Hydrogen peroxide for cleaning vegetables is about 35%. For tiny spots, I’d try this with a q tip. Some people swear that turmeric removes them. Also citric acid.

[@artdenattic1]

Why do you get them? I am now 65 and used to have beautiful perfect skin. I also got a reoccurring problem with a liegon on my nose on the side. Thank you for your videos I appreciate them. Blessings

[@jackieokoye7177]

Hi I have recently used Tea tree oil and after a week of treatment it has faded considerably and is no longer itchy.

[@csdesjarlais9779]

I have a million of these. They are clear/white though because I have very pale skin. I hate them so much. Thanks for this video. I had two big ones frozen off and it worked pretty well. This condition sucks.😢

[@bobbies1562]

Please see her video on actinic keratosis because that's what these sound like (she says they are precancerous). Seborrheic keratoses are usually brown to black.

[@mayrawellington1130]

Thanks for another great and informative video Dr. Dray!🌷🌷🌷💕

[@vickycoc2973]

I can’t believe with all the modern technology and we can’t get rid of bumps… They are so annoying and I have so many of them

[@MarshallArtz007]

It’s so frustrating that many of the most common skin problems are the toughest to deal with. We see near-miraculous results from plastic surgeries and other complex procedures, but it seems nearly impossible to remove a dark spot and restore normal skin.

[@MyFungal]

What's the cause ? And is there a natural way to prevent them from forming?

[@sailstomars]

my question too

[@dorisbetts3012]

I believe they are genetic and increase with age. My husband and I both have them although I have more. My parents had them. My sister had many. We just live with and accept them as part of who we are.

[@MarshallArtz007]

The cause is still unknown, though theories abound, especially on the Internet.

[@Jcastbianca]

I have it all over my body esp in the back.

[@MyFungal]

@@dorisbetts3012 yes they are genetic my mom had them as well as I do

[@sarahharvey7844]

but what causes it? i have this and hate it. I've watched some videos of naturopaths talking about how Skin Tags are caused by insulin resistance and eating a high carb diet. I'm wondering if this skin problem is also caused by that.

[@mjrewerts]

Apple cider vinegar on gauze covered with a bandaid and reapplied every day for 3-4 days works.

[@TheEagleslover]

Happy Friday Dr.Dray. So informative. I’ll definitely be sharing this information with family and friends. Have a great holiday weekend. I’ll be cleaning, decluttering, and binge watching any of your videos I may have missed.

[@bjornelian4932]

sorry to be so off topic but does anyone know of a method to log back into an Instagram account..? I stupidly lost the account password. I love any assistance you can give me

[@luisedward282]

@Bjorn Elian Instablaster :)

[@pamelasmith4143]

Eskata was taken off the market 8/8/2019 and is no longer available.

[@saml2570]

Thank goodness it's Friday. Happy weekend everyone xxxx

[@littleKsmommy]

I enjoy all your videos but this is the one I was hoping to see from you. I have them all over my face in different stages. I was looking for the best way to remove them without leaving a scar. I scar very easily. Thank you for addressing it.

[@mimifredericks7456]

Can't we use a wart remover spray? I tried this on my back and it actually worked.

[@msmibeauty_]

What wart remover spray did you use?

[@itsmepri]

What about if it's on your scalp?

[@remy7663]

@@itsmepri just grow hair 😂😂

[@itsmepri]

@@remy7663 your dumb

[@blaiseducdaumont1280]

I tried Compound W several times on a tiny Seborrhea Keratosis on my lower eyelid but it did not work. Then the dermatologist twice used an electric needle / probe but it did not go away. I am going to ask the dermatologist to try a third time.

[@franameri6590]

Ughh, Dr. Dray I had patches of these little buggers on both of my eyes right between the corner of my eyelids and brow bone. They really bothered me, and I had them removed just last month. It took almost 10 days for the area to heal and normalize. My son lovingly asked me when the "mother ship" would be returning to get me lol. I'm glad I had them removed, as they really disturbed me. I just hope they don't eventually come back! Btw, your kimono looks so pretty!!!! Have a great Labor Day weekend! Xo

[@DrDrayzday]

Happy weekend to you too

[@rupashreedey1592]

Hi Fran, may I ask you what treatment/procedure you have used? Did they leave any scar behind after your procedure. I have developed some around both eye areas. Quite disturbing.

[@franameri6590]

@@rupashreedey1592 the dermatologist basically numbed the area and scraped them off. It took almost 10 days to heal! There was a LOT of swelling and bruising because it was around the eyes. But no, it did not leave any scars.

[@franameri6590]

You have to see your dermatologist and see what they advise.

[@rupashreedey1592]

@@franameri6590 Hi Fran. Thanks much for yr reply and sharing your experience. I have already made by Derm consult and have been advised few options. Was trying to get a first hand experience info from you to help me further understand and decide

[@goodnessandmercy]

Great info..... but then I would expect nothing less from you Dr. Dray! Thank you💙

[@aussiegal9799]

Thankyou Dr Dray for educating us with all your knowledge. You are smart you are witty you are honest and most of all you and your mum always enlighten my day. Thanks for being you 🙌👍🏼

[@danielegagnon7920]

Hi Dr Dray! I have skin tags (acrochordons) everywhere but especially in the face around the eyes. Over the years, I have tried all the methods. The first time it was a surgeon who removed them from me and it was by laser. Every four years, I see a dermatologist and everyone has their favorite method. Of the methods I've tried, I hate cryotherapy. A feeling of pinch and burning that I don't want to experience in the future. I have to make an appointment but the waiting time is still too long. Here in Quebec, you have to be very...very...patient! No method has left any traces except once when I didn't choose a good dermatologist. Here we have a doctor's prescription and last time I paid $10 CDN for the liquid (nitrogen) but no cost to remove them. If you go to a private clinic, it's faster but you have to pay!

[@DrDrayzday]

It is painful

[@Shaqlife]

I have 2 of these removed in the last 2 weeks. I did freezing liquid nitrogen bc seborrheic keratosis isn’t needed for a biopsy and didn’t want another scar. They are flaky and you can feel them so annoying but glad they are benign.

[@Hunkabankabu]

I wonder how they could be prevented in the first place. I'm 59 now and SK has appeared all around my bra line, front and back. I'm wondering if that is due to lack of air to these areas?There are also a few on my neck and I hate them.

[@carmensandiego7749]

I pretty much removed my dad's keratosis and skin tags for free, brute force. 😂 I mean I started washing him with exfoliating sugar scrubs and away they went. Got his shingles scar and other old scars from accidents and dermatologist scars gone using silicone scar bandages.

[@kimberlyperrotis8962]

Since turning about 50, I’m getting these on my trunk. I hate them, they itch and burn if I sweat. My father has these, I think that’s why I do, too. Wherever clothes touch my skin, they occur more, like around my neck, waistband or bra band.

[@SoundReserveStudio]

I have these as well as what appears to be cherry angiomas. I am 35 years old and never really noticed them until recently. I had one just above my knee and my fiancée scratched it off a couple times and it never grew back but I do have more growing on my stomach, chest and back. They are so annoying. I’m only 35 :(

[@ashleyarlo]

I’m 34 and have hundreds of skin colored tiny ones on my legs and tons of cherry Angiomas. Makes me nervous.

[@blaiseducdaumont1280]

It's hereditary

[@joycedurham1729]

Mine were covered by my Humana and Medicare the loop one

[@lyndawood7937]

Really enjoy all of your videos. I, too, would like more pictures of what you discuss. Thanks.

[@Veronica-zs2ig]

Hi Dr. Dray! I have seborrheic keratosis on my back, chest and belly. What kind of shower gel and cream do you recommend? Thank you so much!

[@oneminutewonder77]

I'm 28 and have some already, plagued by skin growth's associated with older age already.

[@melindamary5913]

Same here. So upsetting. They want to laser a big brown spot on my face. But I'm too afraid. Because I dont want a scar.. in place of it.

[@SoundReserveStudio]

Same here along with cherry angiomas just noticing how many of each I have and I’m 35

[@ashleyarlo]

Same. 35 and I have hundreds of these on my legs and 100s of cherry Angiomas.

[@visitingfromsantafe1329]

Why isnt removal covered by insurance?

[@tammyoconnor5620]

It used to be but now is more difficult

[@lmb4876]

Because it is considered cosmetic

[@sharischmidt4712]

Great topic today,very helpful! Enjoy your long weekend 🙂🍁

[@Jane_Snow_]

I have SO many of these on my face. Sigh. My dermatologist is always hitting them with the cryotherapy gun. I personally don't find it painful, I've never had any scarring, I must be lucky?

[@kham4713]

Jane Snow Me too but it leaves a light red spot:(. Also, unfortunately it’s expensive but I want them gone. Sigh

[@jessi908]

Thank you so much for doing a video about Seborrheic Keratosis. I am 43 and I have hundreds of them. They started appearing around 30. I am fair skinned, so when they started appearing, I thought they were sun spots because they are on my arms, legs, shoulders, all the places exposed to sun when wearing a one piece swimsuit. I don't have any on my stomach, breasts, butt, or face. They are all flat, light tan to light brown splotches. I am so embarrassed of them, to the point where I don't want to wear shorts. I finally had a dermatologist look at them a month ago and found out they are SK's and not sun spots. She said they are not related to sun exposure, though I think in my case they are seeing as though they are not on any parts of my body that have always been covered. I also now know it's hereditary, and my mom and maternal grandmother also had a ton of SK's all over their arms and legs. She said a laser wouldn't help, that it would only help if they were sun spots. That super depressed me since there's really too many to try and freeze or cut them all off. You have given me hope that a laser is still an option!

[@greyrinnon5907]

Jessi you may want to find out more about ESKATA. I think there is a way on their site to find dermatologists that may offer it in your area. My mom has had trouble with these and this new option seems to be promising

[@greyrinnon5907]

Jessi also there are now reviews on Eskata online, however some are not good . but I'm sure more information will be coming out

[@didasinan9669]

​@@greyrinnon5907 I believe is discontinued I couldn't find anything to purchase online

[@CAJUNPICK]

Burn them the ones in you4 body with plasmapen

[@tracey1782]

Tons of great information and options. Thank you!

[@marizzy63]

Happy Friday Dr Dray and everyone ! Always learn from you . Your are the best !!!

[@jackiemarsh2470]

Thank You sooo Much!! Happy Friday To You Too!! I Hope You Have The Best Day Ever!!

[@marylawman8603]

Happy Friday, Dr Dray! I have a few of these but they're not bothersome. I don't like the way they look, however. They're pretty small and I've never thought to have them removed. Thanks so much for the info. Awesome as always! Have a great Labor Day weekend!! 🌠🎆🌠

[@belindaransby2357]

I used Bazuka wart remover on mine. Worked a treat. A few days application of the gel and they disappeared. It's the salicylic acid that sizzle them off.

[@finnfemme870]

Thanks for addressing this skin issue, I have several of these. Happy Friday, Dr Dray and everyone! ♥

[@jackiemarsh2470]

Thank You!! Happy Friday To You Too!! I Hope You Have a Great Day!!

[@DrDrayzday]

Happy Friday!

[@adijohn9006]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge! Your videos are very interesting.

[@ridinreiners]

I am getting these on my neck and shoulders and they are unsightly!

[@virginialocke3458]

Hi, I was looking for a Dr. near me that provided Eskata treatment. but it looks like they took it off the market, what happened? Some of the articles gave me the impression the results they presented were not accurate, I'm little disappointed because I had a bunch on my back I was looking forward to trying this. . What do you think?

[@ronigrant]

OMG! So glad to see this video. I just had one removed from under my eye two weeks ago.

[@rupashreedey1592]

Hi, may I ask you what treatment/procedure you used? I have developed similar ones on my face and it’s bothering me. Did they leave any scar behind?

[@ronigrant]

@@rupashreedey1592 I had a choice between cutting it out or freezing it. I opted for cutting it. I have no scar and it healed in a week. Slightly pink for a couple months after but now you would never know it was there

[@rupashreedey1592]

@@ronigrant Thanks much for yr reply. The ones that I have developed are flat now, looks more like dark patches so option of cutting isn’t applicable at this stage. V disturbing to have such on the face :(

[@DebbieFisher-rl5ei]

Hi I just watched your video and wanted share what I have done. I have several spots on my forehead and they look like warts. I used 30% Glycolic acid. I apply it with a Q tip on the spot. I used it about 3 to 4 days and it peeled right off. I’m currently trying to remove other ones that are even bigger and they are taking longer. Am I doing the right thing?

[@fran-gx3kf]

Pictures of SK (big, small ones of various colors) would have been great. I had one and seemed like it was growing bigger (on edge left of forehead) so i put heat with hand-held red light "lamp" (5 mins, 3 separate times and forgot about it); a few weeks later i was touching it and a scab came off. It had gotten smaller so i may use it again. I told my dermatologist about it and he said that we don't really know much about this kind of lamp and suggested i not use it. I had ask doctor because a friend commented that i don't know if it "burns" the inner skin cells and should be careful.

[@bobbies1562]

Thanks Dr. Dray. My dermatologist used cryotherapy, which did absolutely nothing, and called it a day. I then used a compounding pharmacy product called WartPeel, which reduced one of them, but it came back a year later. My previous dermatologist had prescribed WartPeel to treat warts that I got from my nail/pedicure shop -- it worked but it took a long time. None of those warts have returned. I need to try something else for the SK.

[@jt8142]

I’m still not clear on what causes them. Genetics, friction, sun?

[@DrDrayzday]

Cause not established

[@jt8142]

Dr Dray: Bummer because if there was something I could do to prevent future ones I’d do it. Thx for the info. 👏 😊

[@suzanneschulz8479]

Genetics

[@kristethba7475]

I have one on my eyebrow :/

[@wilmavelez8236]

Happy Friday dr , as usual good info

[@CrystalShip8899]

I get keratosis, if i rub ( gently) cucumber on the body of the keratosis at least once a day, and the surrounding area over time it starts to get smaller and goes. Just my experience

[@aprilmorales7524]

That burning laser thing they did on me with no numbing and it didnt work, now I did cryo and i look crazy with all these blisters, i think my dermo sucks! Never offered the scraping, that would be best i think

[@sherryreis5888]

Just was diagnosed with these on both sides of my forehead. . I had the freezing spray, but it took three appointments to get rid of them. I wish I had seen your video a couple months ago. Nice to know about the 40% hydroperoxide option. You are so knowledgeable. Thank you so much for these informative videos. Have a wonderful weekend. Hugs.... Sherry

[@astridjaye6224]

Where did you find the peroxide ?

[@ilovecornell]

Did you try the peroxide???

[@sherryreis5888]

@@ilovecornell After my dermatologist treatments …..I decided to use glycolic acid (“The Ordinary” brand …about $7.00 per bottle) applied a little on a round cotton pad and applied it to the area every other day and then every day. Glycolic acid is a strong exfoliate and may be too harsh for sensitive skin. Glycolic Acid worked for me and therefore I didn’t use the peroxide, but so nice to know it is an option. Lactic acid may also work for some people. Hope this is helpful. Happy Holidays!

[@ilovecornell]

@@sherryreis5888 I think my skin loves glycolic acid but I know they come in different strengths. I wish I remembered the name of a moisturizer I use to use w/ I think it was 10% glycolic acid. I must not have been listening to this video or something because I don’t remember her talking about hydrogen peroxide or glycolic acid. Could you tell me where you got the glycolic acid and the brand etc? And did you ever try it?

[@ilovecornell]

@@sherryreis5888 Lol, I guess I don’t read well.. you said The Ordinary brand but I thought you meant that in a general way Lol. It sounded like you tried it but how did it turn out?

[@nehathakur7456]

Happy Friday Dr Dray.. Have a great weekend and make more more video.🙂🙂

[@deniseanderson367]

What about OTC freeze spray? where can you purchase Eskata?

[@lupeic9072]

eskata was discontinued Aug. 8, 2019. So is there another effective treatment for darker skin? Thanks.

[@juliemann3243]

Yes, I found this out also.

[@patticakesintexas]

I'm going to Sally's tomorrow and buying 40% peroxide. I have 0 to lose. I have literally hundreds of these popping up. It's worth a try

[@Cindarella0218]

@@patticakesintexas any updates?

[@theegrumpyangel398]

Please make a video on how you got rid of your dark spots. Did you make one already and I missed it?

[@kath6229]

Thank you so much! Any updates on Eskata? Sebacious keratosis are such a nuisance. If I have sebacious keratosis that is itching, is it covered by insurance? Another is being rubbed by a bra strap. Will something like dual fraxel remove them, even if that is not the primary purpose of the treatment?

[@Khan-vp7lv]

Can you use a mole removal pen to burn them off? Any advice would be appreciated, thanks

[@vickiscaglione7116]

I have this problem on my scalp, is it still safe to have a hair colouring done and should I be using a specific shampoo. Thank you.

[@silversaver82]

Thank you for the information, doctor.

[@ivanverez4299]

Hi, My whole back is full of seborrehic keratosis, can I tattoo my whole back instead? I ask because I’ve been wanting to do a tattoo in my back

[@boomshankalady8029]

Try T Tree oil. Dab on the bumps for a few weeks

[@jazmin9196]

I’ve them all over my face. Hate them. Any recommendations please

[@briarrose5208]

Thank you so much, Dr Dray! I have lots of these on my trunk. My self esteem is in the toilet. I can’t even stand to look at myself, much less get naked in front of my husband. I’ve been getting a few removed via cryotherapy by the PA at the derm clinic. Two or three at a time, once a year, and they don’t always disappear completely. Meanwhile my skin is busily making six or eight more. I’m going to see a dermatologist in private practice and pay out of pocket for eskata. I’m tired of feeling like a sideshow freak.

[@epillai1]

Briar Rose any feedback on the eskata?

[@sarahcasey8825]

I can sympathise and empathise with you. I also have a lot on my trunk (particularly back) and it affects my self esteem also. I am not in a relationship and it certainly impacts that area of my life. So I understand.😢

[@boomshankalady8029]

@@sarahcasey8825 T Tree oil

[@boomshankalady8029]

T tree oil

[@FannysLoA]

My whole back is so itchy. I've seen a derm 3 times now, but they say they can't cut it off or anything. They've given me a cream, but it stings and burns, so in desperation they tried Accutane since I also have rosacea, but alas the side-effects were too harsh and didn't do anything for my back at all. I'm desperate for help, and don't give a shit about potential scarring.

[@MM-pb6qh]

You might call your insurance to double check on coverage. As I noted, my carrier does cover their removal. I had a ton...many on my back. Hated them and as for scarring mine fade...and who cares? As for pain, it's really not that bad; doesn't last.

[@FannysLoA]

@@MM-pb6qh I'm not in america, so it's the NHS that's not really willing to do much. I might find someone private, but so far it doesn't seem good.

[@dionne4937]

Is there any topical medication that can help lighten scarring on the skin?

[@rumorhasit9129]

Happy Friday Dr Dray. Good topic, I was wondering about it today.

[@DrDrayzday]

Happy Friday!

[@DrDrayzday]

Happy Friday!

[@TheEOrthodoxGirlie]

Hi Dr. Dray! Thanks for the info. What would you recommend specifically for clusters of these on the eyelid. I have about 6 on each eyelid. I think it is from rubbing due to dry eyes. Because of the thin skin there is the freezing method best? Thanks for all your advice!

[@itsagoodday2165]

My Derm removed it with electric cutery (i may spelled it wrong). I got it done within second. I had two little scabs which i thought were going to stay. They dropped on its own. I had one right around the lower lash line. I made sure wear sun glasses

[@imagingray33]

My lower legs have several of these. Starting to see them on my hands. I can shave them off but they return. I have never seen a Dr. the wait is 8 months in MD.

[@dianeogorzalek6986]

If you tell your dermatologist that you have a spot or mole you are concerned about, they will usually try to get you in right away. May be once there, the doc can freeze them - it takes just minutes!

[@imagingray33]

Diane Ogorzalek there are too many too freeze. I will continue to shave them. I have one on my hand I use wart remover on and it works.

[@Roll587]

Hi all, has anyone tried the Paula's Choice body retinol lotion? I'm noticing some aging on my body skin ("crepeiness" it might be called?) and I'm hoping to address it. Any advice is welcome.

[@SilverGirl-925]

I tried Alpha renewal body lotion. It helped a lot with this.

[@kam0406]

I have used it until the bottle was gone. I didn't feel.it did anything to improve the look of crepe skin . I use alpha hydroxy acid and cetaphil lotion. I mix in some Becca liquid highlighter with if I wear shorts to give my legs some nice luminosity without having to do any self tanning. Sometimes I will also use a temporary bronzer. Make sure to use sunscreen if you use the alpha hydroxy acids as it will definitely make your skin much more susceptible to a sunburn. Hot and Flashy does a test of a retinol product for her crepey leg skin (it may have been the PC product, I can't recall). She took before and after photos and there was not a difference.

[@DrDrayzday]

retinol is not as bioavailable as prescription retinoid. For crepe skin you would have to use it for a long time, consistently to see any results and likely very very modest

[@Roll587]

@@SilverGirl-925 Is that a PC product?

[@SilverGirl-925]

Roll0112358 No. I haven't tried any PC products. This brand name is Alpha skin care.

[@ambergerhelper7852]

How can we prevent them? 🤔

[@AB43998]

Good question

I know you're not my doctor but I'm in agony. Two days ago my dermatologist prescribed effezel gel to me for adult acne. It has 2.5% benzoyl peroxide and adapolane. I did everything right but last night I woke up to terrible itching, by this afternoon I developed what I believe to be contact dermatitis. My whole face is red, textured, itchy, sensitive, burning and painful. I took an allergy pill made for hives and phlogosam that's supposed to be a cream for skin inflammations, now I did a saline solution mask. My doctor is not avaliable until next Wednesday so I don't know what to do. Can you help me? :(

[@wap9137]

Tímea Tarjányi Sounds like the doctor’s staff isn’t understanding how bad your situation is. Call them back and ask who covers for your doctor when she’s not available. Insist on an answer.

@@wap9137 the issue is, it's the only dermatologist at that company. And my GP is also out until Monday. The doctors that could cover for them cannot prescribe anything, only give otc products that I already have :(. I have had this reaction a few years ago to bpo so I should have known better, then a doctor told me to use an antiflammatory cream, a pill and saline solution, so that's why I'm doing that now. It would be good to have an actual dermatologist to give advice or confirm but it doesn't work like that in my country

[@wap9137]

Tímea Tarjányi Oh, very sorry to hear. Are you allowed to go to another company?

[@DrDrayzday]

My content is not intended to provide medical/treatment advice. Best to discuss with your treating doctor

[@kittyk57]

hello Dr. Dray, could you do a video over people that have dead skin on their face that doesn’t shed itself? i went to 3 different dermatologist that didn’t know what was wrong with my skin problem on my face and finally i found one that told me it looks like my skin stopped shedding itself? that the dead skin will just sit on my face and pile up and they can’t do nothing for me?:( this problem only started about 3 years ago and hasn’t gotten better

[@DrDrayzday]

Retention hyperkeratosis?

[@kittyk57]

She actually didn’t give me a name, but my skin is always dry and when looked under bright light, there’s a lot of little tiny bumps all over my entire face. my face is not red, not itchy and no rashes. and i have to exfoliate everyday or it will just continue to build up and it feels like there is this layer of film/dead skin over my actually skin. but even when i exfoliate it doesn’t completely go away. she only recommended i get my hair on my face “peachy fuzz” shaved once a month and get regular facials to keep my skin clean but it hasn’t helped get rid of the actual problem :(

[@providence51]

I was fascinated with Dr. dray’s diagnosis because I hadn’t ever heard of this before. I looked up something on the Internet and there was a case abstract of a patient and it did clear after about 3 to 4 months with daily exfoliation using some of the products Dr. Dray has mentioned in prior videos such as ketoconazole shampoo chlorhexidine exfoliative wash and eventually it did clear for this patient in this abstract. So keep it up the prescribed treatment may work just needs more time, hopefully

[@kittyk57]

providence51 my doctor didn’t prescribe me anything cause they didn’t know how to treat it and said they’ve never had a patient like me before/: i looked online to see if other people have had the problem and couldn’t find anyone’s story saying they solved it with something /:

[@kimfc199]

Dr Dray, sorry this is not on topic... my 17 yo daughter has recently had cellulitis on her cheek. It has almost healed but there is a red mark remaining. I was wondering if you have any advice or suggestions for a scar clearing treatment? Thank you for any help you can offer. Have a wonderful day 🤗

[@jt8142]

Kim fc: Dr Dray has many videos on scars, which you may find helpful. To easily find them, type “dr dray scars” in the KZbin search bar. All the best.

[@carmencristinacarvalho1132]

Please, please, please, help! My father has this problem in the scalp. He used so many shampoos, and no one results. Some were prescribed by doctors. He has a hand of flakes at the end of the day. He have 78 years, and has this problem since ever! Thank you!!! Kissies from Portugal. 🇵🇹

[@meilih2030]

I moved here in antipolo and started doing outdoor activities, gardening, and painting my exterior walls. I even had a few times of sunburn on my neck and my back. One time I was at cemetery I burnt on my back and neck it hurts. Than I burnt again on my neck when I was painting outside it stings and the skin were peeling off. If I go out even if I am wearing a shirt and a jacket it sting on my skin, the sun is too hot it burns. Than my back is getting too much sunlight from doing things outside than I notice I develop so much of this brown spots all over my back. I also develop on my face. This is very stressful to think about how I will get rid of this. Maybe I will try cautery. The doctor in government the trainees are not good at diagnosing I can pretty much diagnose myself better all the time. I'll get another check up on private but I hope it is a good doctor coz many are not experts, they just graduate but they don't really know much and they are not experts. They usually misdiagnose me. Like when i had dengue and the doctor think it was allergies, the signs and symptoms is all over and she is still not getting it (fever, dots that turned into patches, ear ache, headache, body ache, swellling joints) she ask me so many stupid questions too. Or when I had a chikungunia they thought i had a fungus, they actually scrape my skin omg. I was already with fever and was sore all over with arthritic feeling all over due to mosquito bite, had so much swollen joints and my fever was so high. and yet they think it is fungus geez. My skin were peeling off like snake after I healed. The pain was terribly unbearable. I also had the watery blisters, and I can't walk properly. It just started with a simple rashes that spread on my neck and chest, It was so itchy and everything started all sorta things from taht stupid mosquito bite. i hate stupid doctors. They keep misdiagnosing everything. It is hard to find experts here. Like this keratosis that doctor said it is verruca. How can this be a veruca wart when it doesn't even look the same. This is shiny and the shape and looks and color and the entire thing doesn't look wart. Plus it cannot possibly be spread by sunlight if it is wart. And I know for a fact that it cannot just happen all over my back for just being expose to sunlight. Warts don't grow from sunlight because it is a virus. And warts looks different, I check all pics online it doesn't look like it. And it doesn't spread anywhere else it just on back and face. If it is wart it will spread everywhere from bathing and scrubbing. I also develop so much moles on right arms. I am developing moles on my neck as well. Sunlight is really bad and we don't really need vit d, I mean my cousins never goes outdoor but they are not dying from not getting sunlight. I really need to stop outdoor activity, gardening and painting is not a good idea for somebody like me. I use to have fair skin now I am tan, and have so many spots. I feel so disgusted with myself bigtime. I think age spot is also related to aging. I am 46 so it is getting so bad. I am going to try to take gluta and lots of bit c and see if it helps me. ANd I need to hide from sunlight from now on. I will just let the plants die. My rapid growing mole on my neck is also in need of check up coz it is sometimes itching. I hope it is not cancerous, coz I'd rather die from heart attack than cancer coz cancer is very slow and expensive.

[@jt8142]

Happy Friday!

[@jackiemarsh2470]

Happy Friday To You Too!! I Hope You Have a Great Day!!

[@DrDrayzday]

Happy Friday!

[@SueRosalie]

I've been getting rid of mine simply by using daily application of a glycolic acid peeling product.

[@michelledowell5028]

What brand

[@haarew8336]

What brand? I have glycolic acid toner, The Ordinary.

[@avamartinez8586]

You should show pictures of what they look like.

[@stevejm9942]

I removed one from my face in just one night by applying both iodine and organic castor oil and covering with a bandaid.

[@accesstotheredcarpet]

Looking pretty Dr. Dray! By the way Does the ingredients MEA, DEA , TEA (not tea tree) but the other ingredients that harm scalps for people who suffer from SK?

[@cydkriletich6538]

Anyone have an idea of how much a treatment with Eskata costs?