Skin Cryotherapy for Blemish Removal
Discover the power of cold for clearer, healthier skin. Cryotherapy is a fast, effective, and non-invasive treatment for various blemishes, from skin tags to sunspots.
What is Skin Cryotherapy?
Cryotherapy, or cryosurgery, is a non-invasive procedure that uses extreme cold to treat various skin conditions. In blemish removal, cryotherapy involves precisely applying liquid nitrogen or nitrous oxide to freeze and destroy unwanted tissue.
How Does Skin Cryotherapy Work for Blemish Removal?
- Targeted Freezing: A handheld device, such as a CryoPen, delivers a fine jet of freezing liquid or gas directly to the blemish.
- Cell Destruction: The freezing temperatures cause the water within the targeted cells to crystallize, leading to cell rupture and tissue death.
- Natural Healing: The body’s natural processes then take over, removing the dead tissue and allowing healthy skin to regenerate.
What Blemishes Can Skin Cryotherapy Treat?
Cryotherapy is effective for a wide range of benign skin lesions, including:
- Skin tags
- Warts
- Sun spots (solar lentigines)
- Age spots (liver spots)
- Milia
- Cherry angiomas
- Seborrheic keratoses
Why Choose Skin Cryotherapy for Blemish Removal?
- Non-invasive: No incisions or sutures are required.
- Quick and convenient: Treatments are typically fast, often taking only seconds per blemish.
- Minimal discomfort: Most patients experience only a brief stinging or burning sensation.
- Minimal downtime: There is usually little to no recovery after the procedure.
- Effective results: Cryotherapy often significantly improves the appearance of blemishes.
If you’re considering cryotherapy for blemish removal, book a consultation with us today! For further information, read our blog.
Key Benefits of the Cryopen Skin Cryotherapy Device
Discover the benefits of using cold to treat blemishes
Book NowNon-Invasive
No cutting or stitching is involved, making it a gentle option for those who prefer to avoid surgery.
Quick and Convenient
Treatments are typically fast, often completed in a matter of seconds per blemish, making it easy to fit into your schedule.
Minimal Discomfort
Most patients experience only a brief stinging or burning sensation during the procedure.
Minimal Downtime:
There is usually little to no recovery time needed, allowing you to resume your daily activities immediately.
High Success Rate
Cryotherapy is highly effective for many types of blemishes, often providing significant improvement in appearance or complete removal.
Safe and Effective
It's a well-established procedure with a proven track record of safety and effectiveness.
Suitable for Various Skin Types
Cryotherapy can be used on most skin types and colours.
Versatility
It can treat a wide range of blemishes, including skin tags, warts, sun spots, age spots, and more.
Cost-Effective
It's often a more affordable option compared to other blemish removal procedures.
Less risk
Cryotherapy is generally preferred for facial lesions due to its precision and reduced risk of scarring compared to diathermy.
Steps Involved in Skin Cryotherapy Treatment
Cryotherapy effectively removes various skin blemishes, such as warts, skin tags, and actinic keratoses. Here is a step-by-step guide to the cryotherapy treatment.
Initial Consultation
We will start with an initial consultation, during which we will assess the skin blemish and determine if cryotherapy is the appropriate treatment. We will also review your medical history and discuss any potential risks or side effects.
Skin Preparation
Before the procedure, we will thoroughly clean the area around the blemish to prevent infection. In some cases, we may apply a topical anaesthetic to minimise discomfort.
Application of Liquid Nitrogen
We will use a cryo-spray to apply liquid nitrogen directly to the blemish. The extreme cold (typically -196°C) will freeze the tissue. Depending on the size and depth of the blemish, this application lasts a few seconds to a minute.
Freezing and Thawing Cycles
The treated area may go through one or more freeze-thaw cycles. We will apply the liquid nitrogen, allow the area to thaw, and then repeat the process if necessary to ensure the entire blemish is adequately treated.
Post-Treatment Care
After the procedure, the treated area may appear red and swollen. A blister may form and scab over before healing completely. We will provide you with aftercare instructions, including keeping the area clean, avoiding picking at the scab, and applying any recommended ointments.
Follow-Up Appointment
We will schedule a follow-up appointment to assess the healing process and determine if additional treatments are necessary. This is particularly important for larger or more persistent blemishes.
Treatment Details
Purpose
Effective for removing skin blemishes like warts, skin tags, and actinic keratoses. Utilises extreme cold to destroy abnormal skin cells.
Treatment time
Typically takes a few seconds to a minute, depending on the size and depth of the blemish.
Downtime
The treated area may be red and swollen, with a possible blister forming that heals over a few days to weeks.
Side effects
May include redness, swelling, blistering, and temporary changes in skin colour. Rarely, scarring or infection can occur.
Results
Noticeable within days to weeks as the blemish falls off and the skin heals. Multiple treatments may be needed for larger or stubborn blemishes.
Additional notes
Proper aftercare is essential, including keeping the area clean and avoiding picking at scabs. Sun protection is crucial post-treatment to prevent hyperpigmentation.
Skin Blemishes removed using Skin Cryotherapy
CryoPen is a precision cryotherapy tool that uses high-pressure nitrous oxide to instantly freeze and destroy skin imperfections like warts, moles, and skin tags. This quick, effective treatment spares healthy tissue, ensuring minimal discomfort and downtime.
Choose a Treatment
Skin Tag
Cryotherapy effectively freezes and removes skin tags with minimal discomfort and downtime.
£80Features
- Quick Procedure: Typically takes a few seconds to a minute per skin tag.
- Minimal Downtime: Little to no recovery time required; resume daily activities immediately.
- Effective Results: Skin tags fall off within days to weeks after treatment.
Sun Spots
Cryotherapy safely removes sun spots by freezing the affected skin cells.
£50-75Features
- Quick Treatment: Procedure takes only a few minutes per sun spot.
- Minimal Discomfort: Typically involves little to no pain, with a brief stinging sensation.
- Effective Results: Sun spots lighten and fade within days to weeks.
Milia
Cryotherapy effectively removes milia by freezing and destroying the trapped keratin cells.
£50Features
- Quick Procedure: Treatment takes a few seconds to a minute per milia spot.
- Effective Results: Milia spots dry up and fall off within days to weeks.
- Safe for Sensitive Areas: Suitable for use on delicate skin around the eyes and face.
Seborrhoeic Hyperplasia
Cryotherapy treats seborrhoeic hyperplasia by freezing and destroying the excess sebaceous gland tissue.
£50Features
- Quick Treatment: Procedure takes a few minutes per lesion.
- Minimal Discomfort: Involves a brief cold sensation with little pain.
- Effective Results: Lesions shrink and fall off within days to weeks.
Cherry Angioma
Cryotherapy safely removes cherry angiomas by freezing and destroying the blood vessel clusters.
£75Features
- Quick Procedure: Treatment takes a few seconds to a minute per cherry angioma.
- Minimal Discomfort: Involves a brief cold sensation with little pain.
- Effective Results: Cherry angiomas shrink and disappear within days to weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
Cryotherapy is a popular treatment for removing various skin blemishes such as warts, skin tags, and sun spots. Here are some of the most frequently asked questions about this procedure.
What is cryotherapy for skin blemishes?
Cryotherapy involves using extreme cold, typically liquid nitrogen, to freeze and destroy abnormal skin cells. This treatment is effective for various skin blemishes, including warts, skin tags, sun spots, and milia.
How effective is cryotherapy for removing skin blemishes?
Cryotherapy is highly effective for removing many types of skin blemishes. The treatment typically results in the blemish falling off within days to weeks after the procedure. Multiple sessions may be needed for larger or stubborn blemishes.
Does cryotherapy hurt?
Cryotherapy can cause a brief stinging or burning sensation when the liquid nitrogen is applied. However, the discomfort is usually minimal and short-lived. Some patients may experience redness and swelling post-treatment.
What are the side effects of cryotherapy?
Common side effects of cryotherapy include redness, swelling, blistering, and temporary changes in skin colour. Scarring or infection can occur rarely. It is important to follow aftercare instructions to minimise these risks.
How long does it take to heal after cryotherapy?
Healing time after cryotherapy varies depending on the size and location of the treated area. Generally, the treated skin will blister and scab over within a few days, with full healing occurring within two to four weeks.
Can cryotherapy be used for all skin types?
Cryotherapy is suitable for most skin types and is effective on various blemishes.