Tissue cells are destroyed during the procedure when they are rapidly brought down to a low temperature forming ice crystals. The ice crystals break down the structure of the cell.

There may be some tingling with the initial freezing, but most patients get an anaesthetic effect from the extreme freezing temperatures. More of a pinching sensation occurs when the area thaws out. Some patients may have some discomfort the day after the first procedure but at worse, paracetamol or ibuprofen is usually adequate to alleviate this.

Typically, Cryo Pen leaves no scarring, but could leave the least amount of scarring of any form of lesion removal because it causes the least damage to the connective tissue.  The area of skin treated will appear lighter than the surrounding skin which usually darkens over time.

For most conditions, Cryo Pen is a permanent removal. Some conditions are harder to remove than others, and in delicate areas a shorter freeze time with repeated procedures may be required to achieve a final result with the least damage to surrounding skin. In other cases, where the condition is deep (such as stubborn warts or verrucas) several aggressive treatments may be required to achieve total removal.

Freeze time varies depending on the type of lesion. A typical freeze time is between 5 seconds for small flat warts to 30 seconds for a large full thickness lesion. For general purposes, most lesions take about 15 seconds.

- No contact with dangerous cryogenic gases or liquids.
- Immediate treatment without referral
- Low risk procedure
- Simple, safe, effective treatment with little discomfort

During the procedure the area freezes and turns white. After the white area thaws, a flushing occurs that turns the area red. This thawing is associated with a pinching sensation or a dull ache as a wheal is formed. This wheal could develop into a water blister that may rupture naturally (do not force rupture) within 24-28 hours and within 3-5 days the area will begin to form a scab. During this time, it is important that the area is kept clean and dry to prevent infection. The scab will fall off in approximately 1-2 weeks. Depending on the extent of the freeze a new scab may reform, and the process will repeat itself. The lesion will be completely healed in 2-6 weeks. After primary healing occurs the area may be whiter than the surrounding tissue, usually this re-pigments over time.

- A blister or scabbing can form up to 48 hours after treatment. An antibiotic cream or ointment can be used. Other short-term effects include bruising, superficial crusting, and discomfort.

- Hyperpigmentation (browning) and hypopigmentation (lightening) can occur with some people.  These conditions usually resolve within 2-12 months. Permanent colour change is a rare risk but it is possible. Vigilant care must be taken to avoid sun exposure (tanning beds included) before and after the treatments to reduce the risk of colour change.  A physical sun block (with zinc) must be applied when sun exposure is necessary to protect the pigmented area. There is no guarantee that the area will fully re-pigment. However, for most individuals it does if the skin is not exposed to tanning elements. Follow up care is available to help stimulate re-pigmentation if necessary.

- Infection is not usual after any kind of treatment but can occur whenever the skin is broken. Should any kind of infection occur, your practitioner must be notified and prescribe antibiotics if appropriate.

I have read the associated treatment information sheet and have been fully informed of the risks and possible consequences involved in the above treatment. I will follow the instructions given to me by my practitioner as detailed. I understand that as results can vary they are not guaranteed, and that more than one session may be required to achieve the desired results. The information I have given is, to the best of my knowledge, correct. I have not withheld any known medical information. I will contact my practitioner if I have any queries about my treatment.

Add to another treatment as acts to enhance salon and home treatments by improving long term skin quality with regular use.

Benefits Include:

- Reduces inflammation
- Smooths out fine lines and wrinkles
- Used as an invigorating ice facial, lymphatic massage
- Improve & enhances circulation to the skins surface
- Smooths and tightens the skin
- Minimises the appearance of large pores
- Reduces facial redness
- Cryo-stimulation of the skin
- Improves circulation in the skin – leaving a healthy glow


Accelerates the healing process after the following treatments:

- Semi-permanent makeup
- Dermaplaning
- Chemical peels
- Coolifting gun
- Vein removal
- Skin needling
- Radio frequency
- Injectables
- Microdermabrasion
- IPL and more.


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