Cryotherapy

Following your Cryotherapy treatment, it is important to care for the treated area correctly to promote healing, minimise the risk of infection and achieve the best possible results. It is normal to experience some temporary side effects following treatment, including: Mild redness around the treated area. Slight swelling. A stinging or burning sensation for a short time after treatment. Blistering, which may be clear or blood-filled. Scab or crust formation as the area heals. Mild tenderness or sensitivity. These reactions are expected and form part of the normal healing process. The treated area will gradually heal over the following 1–3 weeks, depending on the size and location of the lesion. To protect the treated area and support healing: Keep the area clean and dry for the first 24 hours. If a dressing has been applied, leave it in place for as long as advised by your practitioner. Avoid touching, rubbing or scratching the treated area. Allow any blister or scab to develop naturally. For the first 24–48 hours: Avoid hot baths, hot showers, saunas, steam rooms and hot tubs. Avoid vigorous exercise if the treated area feels uncomfortable. Avoid swimming pools and chlorinated water. Avoid applying makeup, perfumes or fragranced products directly to the treated area unless advised otherwise. Until the area has fully healed: Do not pick, burst or remove blisters or scabs, as this may increase the risk of infection and scarring. If a blister forms and bursts naturally, keep the area clean and cover it with a sterile dressing if necessary. Avoid exfoliating products, retinol, retinoids, AHAs, BHAs and other active skincare products on the treated area. Avoid waxing, threading or other treatments directly over the healing skin. Continue using a gentle cleanser and moisturiser around the treated area if appropriate. Protecting the treated area from UV exposure is essential during the healing process. Apply a broad-spectrum SPF 50 once the skin has fully healed. Avoid direct sun exposure and sunbeds until the area has completely healed. Wear protective clothing or cover the area where possible when outdoors. Failure to protect the healing skin from UV exposure may increase the risk of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH). Cryotherapy is an effective treatment for a variety of benign skin lesions. Many lesions resolve after one treatment, although larger or more stubborn lesions may require additional sessions. To achieve the best possible outcome: Follow all aftercare advice carefully. Allow the treated area to heal naturally. Protect your skin from excessive sun exposure. Attend any recommended review appointments if advised by your practitioner. Please contact Body Perfection Clinic if you have any concerns about your healing or experience: Severe or worsening redness lasting longer than 72 hours. Excessive swelling or increasing pain. Blistering. Delayed healing. Any unexpected or concerning reaction following your treatment. If you think you have developed an infection (such as increasing redness, excessive heat, pus, discharge or fever), or you feel generally unwell, please seek immediate medical advice from your GP, NHS 111 or your nearest emergency department if your symptoms are severe. Your practitioner will be happy to advise you and arrange a review appointment if required.

To ensure your Cryotherapy treatment is as safe and effective as possible, please follow the advice below before your appointment: Avoid direct sun exposure, sunbeds and self-tanning products for at least 2 weeks before your treatment. Recently tanned skin may be more sensitive and increase the risk of pigmentation changes. Do not apply fake tan to the treatment area for 7 days before your appointment. Avoid using retinol, retinoids, AHAs, BHAs, glycolic acid, salicylic acid, vitamin C serums and exfoliating products on the treatment area for 5–7 days before treatment. Avoid chemical peels, microneedling or laser treatments on the treatment area for at least 2 weeks before your appointment. If the treatment area is hairy, shave the area 24 hours before treatment if advised by your practitioner. Do not wax, thread, pluck or use depilatory creams beforehand. Arrive with the treatment area clean and free from makeup, moisturisers, oils, perfumes, deodorants or fake tan. Inform your practitioner if you are taking blood-thinning medication, have a bleeding disorder, have poor circulation or are prone to poor wound healing, as this may affect your treatment. Please inform your practitioner of any changes to your medical history, medications, allergies or recent skin treatments before your appointment. If the treatment area becomes sunburnt, broken, infected, inflamed or irritated before your appointment, please contact the clinic as your treatment may need to be postponed. Wear comfortable clothing that allows easy access to the treatment area. During your consultation, your practitioner will assess the lesion(s), confirm that they are suitable for Cryotherapy treatment and create a personalised treatment plan. If there is any uncertainty regarding the nature of a lesion, you may be advised to seek further medical assessment before treatment can safely proceed.

We offer two consultation options: £25 Face-to-Face Consultation – Includes an assessment of the lesion(s), a discussion of your treatment options and a personalised treatment plan. FREE Telephone Consultation – Ideal if you'd like to discuss your concerns, learn more about Cryotherapy and ask any initial questions before booking. If you decide to proceed with treatment, we'll recommend the most suitable consultation option based on your individual needs.

A consultation is an essential part of your Cryotherapy treatment and is required before your first appointment. During your consultation, your practitioner will assess the lesion(s), discuss your concerns and determine whether Cryotherapy is the most suitable treatment for you. We will review your: Medical history and current medications. Skin type and the area to be treated. The size, number and appearance of the lesion(s). Previous skin treatments or procedures. Treatment goals and expectations. Your practitioner will explain how Cryotherapy works, discuss the expected results, outline any potential risks and answer any questions you may have. If there is any uncertainty about the nature of a lesion, you may be advised to seek further medical assessment before treatment can proceed. For your appointment, we recommend wearing comfortable clothing that allows easy access to the treatment area. Please ensure the skin is clean and free from makeup, moisturisers or fake tan where possible. Every client is assessed individually to ensure treatment is both safe and appropriate. A personalised treatment plan will be created based on the type, size, location and number of lesions being treated, helping you achieve the best possible outcome safely and effectively

The treated lesion is often permanently removed, but some lesions may require further treatment and new lesions can develop elsewhere in the future.

It's best not to. Picking the area can increase the risk of infection, delayed healing and scarring.

Many lesions respond well after a single session, but larger or more stubborn lesions may require additional treatments.

No. The treated area may blister, darken or form a small scab as it heals, but healthy skin develops underneath as part of the natural healing process.

Unfortunately not! Cryotherapy uses extremely low temperatures that are far colder than ice. Home remedies are unlikely to remove lesions and could potentially damage the surrounding skin.

Not quite. Cryotherapy works by freezing the targeted tissue, which then breaks down and is naturally shed by the body during the healing process. Most lesions gradually disappear over the following days or weeks.

Scarring is uncommon when the lesion is suitable for treatment and aftercare instructions are followed correctly. The precision of CryoPen® technology helps reduce trauma to the surrounding skin and supports optimal healing.

Yes. Cryotherapy is considered a safe and effective treatment when performed by a trained practitioner. The CryoPen® allows precise treatment of the lesion while minimising damage to surrounding healthy tissue.

Downtime is minimal. The treated area may become red, swollen or blister slightly before forming a small crust or scab. This is a normal part of the healing process.

Following treatment, the lesion will gradually darken, shrink or form a small scab before naturally falling away. Once healed, the skin should appear clearer and smoother.

Many lesions respond well to a single treatment. However, larger, deeper or more stubborn lesions may require additional sessions to achieve the best results.

Cryotherapy can be used on many areas of the face and body, including the neck, chest, arms, hands, legs and other areas where suitable lesions are present.

Cryotherapy is a quick procedure. Most lesions can be treated within a few seconds, and appointments typically take between 15 and 30 minutes depending on the number of lesions being treated.

Most clients describe the treatment as a brief cold, stinging or burning sensation during the freezing process. The discomfort is usually mild and only lasts a few seconds.

Cryotherapy can be used to treat: Skin tags Cherry angiomas Age spots Sun spots Seborrhoeic keratoses Warts Verrucas Milia Certain benign pigmented lesions Other minor skin imperfections All lesions are assessed before treatment to ensure suitability.

Cryotherapy works by applying extreme cold directly to the lesion using the CryoPen®. The freezing process destroys the targeted cells, interrupts the blood supply and allows the body to naturally remove the treated tissue over time.

Cryotherapy is a treatment that uses controlled freezing technology to remove unwanted skin lesions and imperfections. At Body Perfection Clinic, we use advanced CryoPen® technology to precisely target and destroy unwanted tissue while protecting the surrounding skin.