Medically reviewed by Mr Rob Laycock, Consultant Maxillofacial and Cosmetic Surgeon, GMC 6145445. Prices correct as of October 2026.
Private mole removal in the UK typically costs between £200 and £500 per mole, depending on the method and the clinic. At The Pinewoods Clinic it is £300 by curettage, £450 by excision including laboratory testing, and £400 by laser. The £180 consultation is waived if the mole is removed at the same visit.
How Much Does Private Mole Removal Cost In The UK?
Across UK clinics, private mole removal generally costs between £200 and £500 per mole, according to price comparison data published by TreatCompare in April 2026. The figure is for a single mole. Depending on the clinic, the consultation and laboratory testing may be included in that price or charged separately.
A range can only tell you so much, because every clinic sets its own prices and packages them differently. So below the general figures we have set out our own prices in full, to show what one clinic charges and exactly what each price covers.
What Does Mole Removal Cost At The Pinewoods Clinic?
Removing one mole at The Pinewoods Clinic costs between £300 and £450 in total where it is removed at the same visit as the consultation, because the £180 consultation fee is then waived. The mole removal cost depends on which of three methods is used, and your clinician recommends one after examining the mole.
- Curettage, also called shave removal: £300. The mole is gently scraped away with a small instrument under local anaesthetic. This price is without laboratory testing.
- Excision: £450, including laboratory testing. The mole is cut out with a scalpel under local anaesthetic and the skin is closed with stitches. Where the mole is not sent for testing, the price is £350.
- Laser: £400. A CO2 laser removes the mole tissue under local anaesthetic.
So a mole removed by excision and sent for testing costs £450 in total. If the removal takes place at a later visit, or you decide not to go ahead, the £180 consultation fee applies.
Additional moles removed at the same visit are charged at a lower rate than the first. The full list is on our treatment prices page.
The cheapest method is not always the right one. A raised mole can often be removed by curettage or laser, while a flat or deeper mole usually needs excision. A mole that looks unusual in any way is removed by excision so it can be tested.
What Should A Mole Removal Quote Include?
A mole removal quote should make three costs clear: the consultation, the procedure and the laboratory testing. Clinics present these differently, so two quotes are only comparable once you know which of the three each one covers.
The consultation is where a clinician examines the mole and recommends a method. At our clinic, a consultation about one mole is £180, and there is no consultation fee if the mole is removed at the same visit.
Laboratory testing, known as histology, is where the removed mole is examined to confirm exactly what it is and whether it has been completely removed. Our £450 excision price includes histology. On its own, it is listed at £150.
Laser is the exception. A mole removed by laser cannot be sent to the laboratory, so laser is used only where the mole has been examined and judged harmless.
Why Do Mole Removal Prices Vary?
Mole removal prices vary because no two moles need quite the same treatment, and no two clinics are set up in the same way.
The method matters most. Excision involves stitches, while curettage and laser do not. Testing adds its own cost wherever a mole looks unusual. The number of moles changes the total too, as additional moles at one visit are usually charged at a lower rate.
The rest comes down to the clinic: who carries out the removal, and where. This is why the mole removal cost you are quoted only means something once you know what it includes.
Does It Cost More To Remove A Mole On The Face?
It can. Some clinics charge more for the face than for the body. At The Pinewoods Clinic the price is the same for both.
What changes on the face is the planning. The method and the direction of any stitches are chosen to keep the scar as discreet as possible, and our surgeons specialise in facial surgery.
Is Mole Removal Free On The NHS?
Mole removal is free on the NHS where skin cancer is suspected. If a mole has changed in size, shape or colour, or has started to itch or bleed, see your GP, who can refer you to a specialist.
The Pinewoods Clinic does not offer NHS treatments.
Harmless moles are not usually treated on the NHS. Removal for comfort or appearance, such as a mole that catches on clothing or one you would simply prefer not to have, is paid for privately.
What Does Private Mole Removal Offer?
Private mole removal covers what the NHS does not usually fund: having a harmless mole removed because you want it gone. It also gives you a say in how it is done.
- Direct booking. No GP referral is needed at The Pinewoods Clinic.
- A choice of method. Curettage, excision or laser, matched to the mole and where it is on your body.
- Every mole examined first. Your clinician checks the mole before recommending a method, and advises testing where it is needed.
- Consultant-led care. Moles are assessed and removed by our consultant dermatologists and surgeons, who also hold NHS consultant posts.
For the full detail on the treatment, see our page on mole removal in Liverpool, or contact us to book a consultation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is It Worth Having A Mole Removed?
That depends on why you want it removed. Common reasons are a mole that is uncomfortable, catches on clothing or jewellery, or is unwanted. Your clinician will tell you plainly if removal is not advisable.
How Risky Is Mole Removal?
Mole removal is a minor procedure and complications are uncommon. Every removal leaves a scar, which is red at first and fades over 12 to 18 months. Your clinician explains the risks that apply to you before you agree to treatment.
Can You Have More Than One Mole Removed At Once?
Yes. Additional moles can be removed at the same visit, at a lower price per mole than the first. How many depends on their size and position, which your clinician confirms at the consultation.
How Long Do Laboratory Results Take?
Results usually take 2 to 4 weeks. The clinic contacts you with the result or arranges an appointment to discuss it.
