Moles & papillomas

We do not remove moles or skin tags — and we say so upfront, not at the appointment. What we do is examine with dermatoscopy, tell you what it actually is, and point you where the matter gets settled properly

Pricefrom ₽3,000exam with dermatoscopy
Dermatologist examining skin with a dermatoscope at RE/FACE clinic
What it is

What we do, and what we do not

Aesthetic clinics often remove moles and skin tags with a laser or radio wave in one visit — but that is not always the right call

Before anything comes off the skin, someone has to work out what it actually is, and for some growths that decision belongs to a dermato-oncologist, not a cosmetologist. We chose not to remove anything ourselves: an examination and dermatoscopy first, then a clear next step.

Step by step

What to expect

01

Examination

A dermatologist examines the growth by eye and under a dermatoscope — a magnifying, specially lit instrument that shows the structure of a mole or papilloma far more clearly than the naked eye can

02

Conclusion

After the exam the doctor tells you what the growth is and what kind it is

If it needs attention, we do not wait and see “just in case”

03

Referral

If removal is indicated and safe, we refer you to the specialist who performs it

If the growth needs no intervention, we say that plainly too, with no procedure attached

Next step

Your doctor will tell you what fits at your consultation

from ₽3,000 exam with dermatoscopy
What it solves

Indications

Who it’s for

For anyone who has spotted something new or changed on their skin and wants an exact answer from a doctor after an examination, not a shrug of “probably nothing”.

A mole has changed in size or colour
A new growth on the skin
A skin tag catches on clothing or jewellery
You are not sure what it even is
A mole bleeds, itches or gets inflamed
You simply want a doctor to look and confirm it is fine
Next step

Sound familiar? Let’s talk it through in person

Your doctor will examine your skin, tell you honestly whether this method is right for you, and put together a plan. A consultation commits you to nothing

Don’t see your concern

Indications are not yet a protocol

Your doctor tailors the area, number of sessions and settings to your skin. Three questions and we’ll name your protocol, price included

The outcome

What you’ll get

A precise understanding of what you are dealing with
Dermatoscopy, not a glance
An honest referral when removal is needed
An honest “no need to watch this” when that is true
Common questions

The essentials, answered

Do you remove moles or papillomas?

No. We do neither, by any method — not laser, not radio wave. We examine, diagnose with dermatoscopy, and if removal is needed and safe, refer you to a specialist who performs it themselves.

Then why come to you instead of going straight to a removal clinic?

Because until it is examined, no one knows what the growth actually is or what should be done about it. Dermatoscopy narrows that down and turns “go get something removed somewhere” into a clear next step — exactly where and why, or an honest answer that nothing needs to be touched.

How do I know if a mole is dangerous?

There are general signs worth noting: asymmetry, an uneven border, uneven colour, a diameter over 6mm, any change in size, shape or sensation over a short time. That is a reason to see a doctor, not to self-diagnose — only an examination, including under a dermatoscope, gives a real answer.

Can I remove a skin tag myself — with thread, or a pharmacy product?

We would not recommend it. Home removal does not tell you what you were dealing with, can cause inflammation, and can complicate diagnosis later if the growth turns out to need attention. Seeing a doctor before, not instead of that, is the right order.

How much does the examination cost?

A dermatologist appointment with dermatoscopy is ₽3,000. It includes the examination, diagnosis with the instrument, and the doctor's conclusion with next steps.

Didn’t find your question? Ask our doctors—we answer before you book, with no obligation

We do not remove moles or papillomas

Not by laser, not by radio wave, not by any method — that service does not exist here, and we do not pretend it does. Deciding on removal of skin growths is first and foremost a safety question, and it is handled by specialists we refer you to after the examination.

Want to find out what it is first?

Why RE/FACE

Honest, not fast

We could offer removal and make money on it, but chose otherwise

tell the truth about what we do not do, and give real value instead — a precise examination rather than a procedure that is not ours to perform.

What backs it up
5years of steady practice
100,000+ treatments performed
5.0 2GIS rating · 271 reviews
82% of clients come back

All equipment registered with Roszdravnadzor, the Russian health regulator

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Better together

The appointment often covers more than the one growth you came in about — general skin condition, dryness, reactions, an overall care plan

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