Facial warts are a common cosmetic concern that can affect both confidence and skin health – especially when they appear on the nose, cheeks, chin, or forehead. At City Dermatology Clinic London, our Harley Street-based team of aesthetic dermatologists and skin surgeons offer specialist wart removal tailored for the face, using advanced techniques such as electrocautery for precise results. We treat all wart types with a cosmetic-led approach, ensuring expert care, minimal scarring, and trusted results from leading facial skin specialists.
Facial wart removal requires a cosmetic approach – especially in visible areas. Our team treats various wart types with a focus on precision, safety, and natural skin healing.
Electrocautery (Preferred Method)
This is our most commonly used method for facial warts. A heated micro-probe is used to cauterise the wart, targeting the lesion without deep cutting. This method offers high precision, low recurrence risk, and better cosmetic outcomes than traditional laser or cryotherapy for facial areas.
Micro-Excision (For Raised or Resistant Warts)
For larger or well-defined warts, we may use a refined shave or excision technique under local anaesthetic. These are carried out using fine surgical tools with careful attention to skin tension and line placement to reduce visibility post-healing.
Flat Wart Clusters (Specialist Removal)
Flat warts – common on the cheeks and forehead – may appear in clusters. These require a specialised removal protocol tailored to each case, ensuring clean skin restoration without pigment disruption or irritation.
Histology (If Required)
If the wart appears atypical or has changed over time, we may recommend sending the removed tissue for histological testing. This ensures medical certainty and full peace of mind for the patient.
| Step | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Consultation | One of our aesthetic dermatologists or surgeons assesses the wart(s), confirms diagnosis, and plans the safest cosmetic approach. |
| Local Anaesthetic | For most cases, a topical or small injection numbs the area fully. Procedures are painless and quick. |
| Wart Removal Procedure | The wart is removed using electrocautery or micro-surgical technique based on type, location, and skin tone. |
| Wound Care Guidance | Post-treatment, you’ll be given skincare advice and protection guidelines to ensure clear healing. |
| Optional Lab Testing | Where needed, the wart can be sent for testing to confirm the diagnosis. |
| Symptoms of Facial Warts | Common Causes |
|---|---|
| Small, flat or raised bumps on the face | Human papillomavirus (HPV) infection through micro-tears in the skin |
| Warts around nose, chin, forehead, or jawline | Shaving, skin trauma, or spread through self-contact |
| Clustered appearance in teens or adults | Viral replication on the upper skin layers |
| Cosmetic concern and emotional impact | Often spread via grooming tools or direct contact |
Facial wart removal is more than just removal – it’s cosmetic skin surgery. Our Harley Street team includes both aesthetic dermatologists and facial skin surgeons who prioritise precision and appearance.
We regularly treat warts on the nose, chin, lips, jawline, and forehead. Electrocautery allows for targeted removal with minimal trauma and low risk of pigmentation issues.
Our private London clinic offers same-day appointments and discreet, walk-in walk-out treatments – no GP referral needed.
Patients across London trust us for skin clarity, expert-led advice, and a consistently high standard of facial dermatology and cosmetic skin care.
Our facial wart removals are performed by GMC-registered experts including aesthetic dermatologists and minor surgery consultants with extensive experience in high-precision facial treatments. At City Dermatology Clinic London, we take a refined approach to facial skin procedures – delivering not just medical care, but cosmetic confidence through results you can trust.
Facial warts are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). They may appear flat, raised, or slightly textured and are different from skin tags, moles, or seborrhoeic warts. Proper diagnosis by a dermatologist ensures the correct treatment.
No – the treatment area is numbed with either a local injection or numbing cream. Most patients feel no pain during the procedure and experience only mild redness or a small scab afterward.
Yes. We frequently treat high-sensitivity areas. Our cosmetic-focused team uses techniques like electrocautery to safely remove facial warts while protecting delicate tissue.
We use scar-minimising methods, especially for visible areas. Most patients heal with no noticeable mark, though outcomes depend on skin type, wart size, and aftercare. You’ll receive full guidance to support healing.
Yes – multiple facial warts can often be treated in a single session, depending on their type and location. This will be discussed during your consultation.
Our clinic is perfectly located in Central London near a number of conveniently located stations.
Warwick House,
65-66 Queen Street
London
EC4R 1EB
0208 050 5981
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London
W1G 9PB
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