Why Cryotherapy?
When common skin concerns like skin tags, warts, milia, or cherry angiomas could stop you from feeling your best or become bothersome, cryotherapy offers a fast, affordable solution.
With NHS coverage for these minor conditions now withdrawn, you can still access professional, safe treatment locally, quickly and affordably, without referral or waiting lists.
Key Benefits
- Walk-in / Walk-out appointment (typically under 30 minutes)
- Treatments take as little as 10 seconds.
- No open wounds or cutting, minimal risk of infection or scarring
- Precise N₂O freezing targets only the lesion, protecting the surrounding skin
- Suitable for delicate areas (face, eyes, bikini line, genitals)
- Affordable pricing with long-lasting results
- Performed by qualified specialists
What to Expect - Your Cryotherapy Journey
1
Consultation / Diagnosis
- We begin with a detailed visual assessment of your skin concern.
- You'll receive a full explanation of your treatment options, expected outcomes, and any risks - with supporting images or video examples.
- You'll leave fully informed and confident before making your decision.
2
Quote & Plan
- You'll be given a fixed, transparent quote before treatment begins, no surprises.
- For multi-session procedures (e.g. phototherapy or multiple lesions), you'll know the exact cost per visit or per 10 minutes of treatment time.
3
Treatment Session
- Treatment times vary between 10 and 30 minutes.
- We allocate extra time so you never feel rushed.
- You can drive or return to normal activity straight away.
- Cryotherapy is quick, comfortable, and leaves no open wounds.
- Visual: use a short 10–15 second clip showing the calm, precise application of the CryoPen.
4
Aftercare & Healing
- All our treatments here at Cambridge Contour Clinic conclude with personalised aftercare advice, tools and products specific to the treatment received. This will aid you in getting the absolute most out of any treatment given, and allow you to fully reap the benefits in the days/weeks to follow.
- Most areas heal within 4 – 6 weeks; larger or thicker lesions may take slightly longer.
- Expect mild redness or flaking that settles quickly as healthy skin renews.
5
Follow-Up & Results
- A complimentary review at 4 weeks ensures the area has healed as expected.
- Some viral lesions (e.g. warts) may need a second session due to their nature.
What Is Cryotherapy And how does it work
Cryotherapy removes unwanted skin lesions using a controlled jet of medical-grade nitrous oxide (N₂O).
- The fine stream freezes the fluid inside target cells, forming ice crystals that rupture cell membranes.
- Your body naturally clears these damaged cells as the area heals.
- The process is quick, precise, and virtually pain-free, leaving healthy skin to regenerate over the following weeks.
Cryotherapy Prices
All prices include your consultation, treatment, and 4-week follow-up. If treatment is going ahead during the consultation time. If no further treatment is needed in your follow-up.
Cryotherapy Frequently Asked Questions
Who is suitable?
Most with benign skin lesions are suitable. We’ll confirm at the consultation.
What can cryotherapy treat?
For a full list, visit our skin concerns library or Cryotherapy FAQs page.
How many sessions will I need?
Usually, 1 – 3, depending on lesion size and type; this may vary.
Is it painful?
You may feel a brief tingling or stinging, similar to a nettle.
How long does it take to heal?
Typically 4–6 weeks with little downtime.
Will it leave a scar?
Low risk if aftercare advice is followed.
Can I use home freezing treatments afterwards?
No, they can interfere with healing. Wait at least two weeks and seek advice first.
Am I suitable for treatment?
Factors such as pregnancy or breastfeeding, chronic illnesses, autoimmune disorders or skin conditions are some, but not all, factors that need to be assessed for suitability. Our specialists will guide you through any contraindications during your consultation.
