Mole Scan & Check Service

Professional mole assessment and digital mole screening with Map My Mole

Mole Scan & Check Service in Farnham

Changes in your skin can feel worrying, especially when a mole or lesion starts to look different, feel different or behave differently. A professional mole scan can help provide clearer insight and guide you towards the right next step.

At The Beauty Alchemist in Farnham, Surrey, we offer a mole scan and check service using Map My Mole, a specialist digital mole screening system designed to support the assessment of moles and skin lesions.

This service is suitable for people who have noticed a new mole, a changing mole, or a lesion they would like professionally reviewed. Using high-quality imaging and structured assessment, we can help you better understand whether further review or referral may be recommended.

Book a consultation at The Beauty Alchemist to discuss your mole scan and check in Farnham.

Mole Scan & Check at a Glance

appointment Type

Mole scan and skin lesion check

Technology

Map My Mole digital screening

appointment Time

Usually around 30 minutes

Suitable For

New, changing or concerning moles and skin lesions

Assessment

Digital images and screening information are captured for review

What Is Map My Mole?

Map My Mole is a digital mole screening service designed to help assess moles and skin lesions using high-quality imaging and clinical information.

During your appointment, images of the mole or lesion are captured using specialist equipment. This allows the mole to be viewed in greater detail than the naked eye alone and supports a more structured assessment.

Map My Mole can be helpful when you have a mole that has changed, feels unusual or looks different from your other moles. It is not designed to replace urgent medical care, but it can provide a valuable step in understanding whether a mole or lesion needs further review.

When Should You Have a Mole Checked?

You may wish to book a mole scan if you have noticed:

A New Mole or Skin Lesion

A Mole That Has Changed in Size

A Mole That Has Changed in Shape

A Mole That Has Changed in Colour

Bleeding, Crusting or Itching

A Mole That Looks Different From Others

A Mole With an Uneven Border

A Mole That Feels Raised, Tender, Unusual

A Lesion You Are Unsure About

If you are worried about a mole or lesion, it is always better to have it checked rather than ignore it.

The ABCDE Rule

A helpful guide for spotting changes in moles

The ABCDE rule is a simple way to remember the key changes to look out for when checking your moles at home. It can help you identify moles or lesions that may need professional review.

A is for Asymmetry

Melanoma lesions are often asymmetrical and irregular in shape, whereas benign moles are usually more symmetrical.

A mole may need checking if one half looks noticeably different from the other.

B is for Border

The border of early melanomas can be uneven, irregular or poorly defined. It may appear as a series of semi-circular curves or v-shaped points.

Benign moles usually have smoother, more even borders.

C is for Colour

A melanoma may contain a variety of colours and can sometimes appear red, white, blue, black or unevenly pigmented.

Benign moles tend to be one colour, often a single shade of brown.

D is for Diameter

Melanomas often have a larger diameter than benign moles, typically greater than 6mm.

However, size is not the only factor. A smaller mole that is changing or looks unusual should still be checked.

E is for Evolving

Any mole or lesion that begins to change should be reviewed. This may include changes in size, shape, colour, elevation, bleeding, itching, crusting or sensation.

A changing mole is one of the most important signs to take seriously.

Why Mole Checks Matter

Your skin is the largest organ of your body, and changes in the skin should not be overlooked.

Many moles are harmless, but some changes may require further investigation. Regular mole checks can help you become more aware of your skin and spot changes earlier.

A mole scan can be especially useful if you:

  • Have Lots of Moles
  • Have a Mole That Looks Different
  • Have a Personal or Family History of Skin Cancer
  • Have Had Significant Sun Exposure
  • Use or Have Used Sunbeds
  • Have Fair Skin That Burns Easily
  • Have Noticed Recent Skin Changes

What to Expect From Your Appointment

1. Consultation

Your appointment begins with a discussion about the mole or lesion you would like checked. We may ask when you first noticed it, whether it has changed and whether you have experienced symptoms such as itching, bleeding or crusting.

2. Visual Skin Check

The mole or lesion will be viewed carefully, including its shape, colour, border, size and any visible changes.

3. Digital Imaging

High-quality images are captured using the Map My Mole system. This supports a clearer view of the mole or lesion and helps provide structured information for assessment.

4. Review and Guidance

You will be advised on the appropriate next steps. This may include monitoring, further assessment or referral to a GP, dermatologist or appropriate medical service where needed.

5. Ongoing Awareness

We will also guide you on what changes to look out for and when to seek further advice.

The Benefits of Mole Scan & Check

Supports Early Awareness of Skin Changes

Uses Digital Imaging for a Closer View

Helps Assess New or Changing Moles

Can Support Clearer Next Steps

Quick, Non-Invasive Appointment

No Downtime Required

The Beauty Alchemist Approach

Consultation-Led Care

Your appointment begins with a careful consultation so we can understand your concern, assess the mole or lesion and decide the most appropriate way to proceed.

Digital Screening with Map My Mole

Using Map My Mole allows us to capture detailed images and support a more structured mole assessment. This can help guide whether further review may be needed.

Clear, Honest Guidance

We will always explain what we can assess within the appointment and when further medical review is recommended. If a mole or lesion needs urgent attention, you will be advised clearly.

Calm and Discreet Appointments

We understand that having a mole checked can feel worrying. Our clinic offers a private, welcoming environment where you can feel comfortable asking questions and discussing your concerns.

Mole Scan & Check for Men & Women

Mole scans can be suitable for both men and women who want a professional review of a new, changing or unusual mole or skin lesion.

For women, mole checks may be helpful for monitoring changes linked to sun exposure, hormones, ageing or moles in areas that are difficult to view clearly.

For men, mole checks can be useful for areas such as the back, shoulders, chest, scalp and neck, which can be harder to check at home.

At The Beauty Alchemist, your consultation will help assess the mole or lesion, guide you through the Map My Mole screening process and advise on the most appropriate next steps.

Results and Aftercare

Following your treatment, you will be given clear aftercare advice to help support the best possible outcome.

What to Expect After Treatment

Following your mole scan, you will be advised on the most appropriate next steps based on your assessment. This may include reassurance, monitoring the mole for changes, or seeking further review from your GP or a specialist if needed.

We recommend continuing to check your skin regularly at home and booking a review if you notice any changes in size, shape, colour, texture, bleeding, itching or crusting.

Frequently Asked Questions

A mole scan is a professional assessment of a mole or skin lesion to check for any features that may need further review. At The Beauty Alchemist, we use a consultation-led approach to assess the mole, discuss any changes you have noticed and, where appropriate, use Map My Mole for specialist review.

Map My Mole is a mole screening service that allows images and information about a mole to be reviewed by a UK consultant dermatologist. It can provide expert guidance on whether the mole appears reassuring or whether further medical assessment may be recommended.

You should have a mole checked if it has changed in size, shape, colour, border, texture or sensation. Moles that itch, bleed, crust, become painful, look different from your other moles or appear suddenly should also be assessed.

The ABCDE rule is a helpful guide for checking moles. It stands for Asymmetry, Border, Colour, Diameter and Evolving. If a mole is uneven in shape, has irregular edges, contains different colours, is changing in size or appearance, or looks noticeably different, it should be checked.

No, a mole scan is not painful. The assessment involves looking at the mole closely and taking clear images where needed. There is no removal, cutting or injection involved as part of the scanning process.

No. We do not diagnose skin cancer at The Beauty Alchemist. If there are any concerning features, or if the Map My Mole report recommends further review, we will advise you to contact your GP or an appropriate medical specialist.

If your mole has features that need further review, we will explain the next steps clearly. This may include referral to your GP, a dermatologist or another appropriate medical professional for further assessment and treatment if required.

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