Precision Cryotherapy
CryoPen™ is an advanced cryotherapy innovation using extreme cold that is a fast, effective, safe solution for removal of skin imperfections.
The CryoPen™ emits a fine jet of nitrous oxide under high pressure, which allows us to work with millimeter precision. This destroys the tissue by freezing the inter-cellular fluid, forming ice shards and crystals which rupture the membrane, thereby destroying the cell.
That means there will be no collateral damage to healthy tissue. It’s so incredibly accurate and practical.
What To Expect From CryoPen
The CryoPen is a fast, efficient and effective treatment for painlessly removing skin tags, milia, age spots and cherry angiomas. The CryoPen sends a fine jet of nitrous oxide to the skin imperfection to freeze it. The tissue thaws for about 30 seconds. Then we freeze it a second time. The freezing causes the underlying tissue to crystallize and die.
- Treatments usually take no longer than 2 minutes per lesion
- No anaesthesia is required and it is virtually painless
- It is one of the least invasive lesion treatments on the market.
- Suitable for virtually any benign skin lesion
After CryoPen Treatment
Due to the nature of CryoPen treatment, less aftercare is needed than with other methods such as electrocautery, cold knife or laser. The affected area is often known to heal quickly, with minimal issues.
For 48-72 hours after treatment, it is important that you do not sunbathe or use other heat treatments such as sunbeds, sauna or steam. This also includes avoiding swimming, hot showers and baths.
Please avoid applying makeup, soap, perfumed products or heavy moisturisers to the treatment area. Do not touch or cleanse the area or pick at any scabs that may form.
After CryoPen treatment, it is common to experience redness, swelling or blistering. This may last anywhere from a few hours to 48 hours after. You may apply aloe vera to the treatment area for the next 72 hours. When keeping this in the fridge, it has a nice cooling effect.
Regardless of the weather after your appointment, please make sure to use SPF 30 on the treated area. After the session, this area may appear darker, with scabs or crusting remaining for 10-30 days after. Total skin healing may take up to 3 months.
We recommend scheduling a follow-up appointment around four weeks after your treatment session to confirm that all pathological tissue has disappeared and whether additional treatment will be necessary.
*Disclaimer: Individual results may vary.