FREEZPEN® CRYOTHERAPY FAQ
FreezPen® Cryotherapy is a non-surgical treatment that uses a controlled jet of extremely cold nitrous oxide to precisely freeze and destroy unwanted benign skin lesions while minimizing damage to the surrounding healthy skin.
The treatment is quick, minimally invasive, and designed to remove selected benign skin lesions with little or no downtime.
At I Care Beauty Clinic, every FreezPen treatment begins with a comprehensive consultation and clinical assessment to determine whether cryotherapy is the most appropriate treatment for your skin concern.
FreezPen delivers a highly controlled stream of extremely cold nitrous oxide directly onto the targeted lesion.
The freezing process destroys abnormal tissue while preserving as much surrounding healthy skin as possible.
Following treatment, the body’s natural healing process gradually removes the treated tissue over the following days or weeks.
Depending on your clinical assessment, FreezPen may be suitable for selected benign skin lesions, including:
- Skin Tags
- Seborrheic Keratoses
- Selected Benign Moles (when clinically appropriate)
- Cherry Angiomas (where appropriate)
- Viral Warts (where appropriate)
- Certain other benign skin lesions considered appropriate for cryotherapy
Every lesion is assessed individually before treatment.
FreezPen may be used on many areas of the body, including:
- Face
- Neck
- Chest
- Back
- Arms
- Hands
- Underarms
- Abdomen
- Legs
Treatment suitability depends on the type, size, location, and clinical assessment of the lesion.
Most patients tolerate the procedure very well.
During treatment you may experience:
- A brief cold sensation
- Mild stinging
- Temporary burning
- Slight discomfort for a few seconds
Most discomfort resolves shortly after treatment.
Treatment is usually very quick.
Most appointments take approximately 15–30 minutes, including:
- Consultation or treatment review
- Lesion assessment
- Treatment
- Aftercare instructions
The exact time depends on the number and size of lesions being treated.
Many benign lesions respond after a single treatment.
However, some lesions—particularly larger, thicker, or deeper lesions—may require multiple treatment sessions.
Your practitioner will discuss realistic expectations during your consultation.
Following treatment you may notice:
- Redness
- Mild swelling
- Temporary tenderness
- A blister (in some cases)
- Scab formation
These responses are a normal part of the healing process.
The treated lesion will gradually dry, heal, and separate naturally over time.
Downtime is generally minimal.
Most patients return to normal daily activities immediately after treatment.
Healing time varies depending on:
- Lesion type
- Lesion size
- Treatment location
- Individual healing response
When performed by appropriately trained healthcare professionals on carefully selected benign lesions, FreezPen Cryotherapy is considered a safe treatment.
Every patient receives a consultation before treatment to determine whether cryotherapy is appropriate.
We recommend:
- Arrive with clean skin.
- Avoid picking or irritating the lesion before treatment.
- Inform your practitioner about all medications and medical conditions.
- Inform us if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Inform your practitioner about previous treatments performed on the lesion.
Following treatment we generally recommend:
- Do not pick or scratch the treated area.
- Keep the area clean and dry.
- Avoid unnecessary friction.
- Avoid excessive sun exposure.
- Apply sunscreen once the area has healed.
- Follow all personalized aftercare instructions.
Most benign lesions heal very well.
However, as with any skin procedure, healing varies from person to person.
Depending on the lesion, treatment depth, body location, and individual healing response, there may be temporary colour changes or, in some cases, a small scar.
Your practitioner will discuss this during your consultation.
Some lesions are permanently removed after treatment.
Others may recur or require additional treatment depending on the diagnosis and biological behaviour of the lesion.
Your practitioner will discuss the expected outcome for your specific lesion.
No.
Not every mole should be treated with cryotherapy.
Your practitioner will examine the lesion first.
If a lesion appears suspicious or requires further medical assessment, you may be advised to seek evaluation by an appropriate medical provider before any cosmetic treatment is considered.
Yes.
Depending on your consultation and clinical assessment, FreezPen Cryotherapy may be incorporated into a personalized skin treatment plan.
The timing and suitability of combination treatments are determined by your practitioner.
At I Care Beauty Clinic every treatment begins with a comprehensive assessment.
Our approach includes:
- Professional lesion assessment
- Individualized treatment planning
- Advanced FreezPen technology
- Conservative treatment philosophy
- Detailed aftercare instructions
- Ongoing follow-up when appropriate
- Personalized patient care
Our goal is to safely remove appropriate benign skin lesions while protecting the surrounding healthy skin.
Treatment may not be appropriate for everyone.
Suitability depends on:
- Lesion type
- Medical history
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding
- Active skin infection
- Certain medical conditions
- Clinical assessment
A consultation is always required.
We believe every patient deserves individualized care.
Every treatment includes:
- Comprehensive consultation
- Personalized treatment planning
- Advanced technology
- Qualified healthcare professionals
- Detailed aftercare
- Long-term patient support
- Honest treatment recommendations
Every skin lesion is different.
During your consultation, your practitioner will evaluate:
- Lesion type
- Size
- Location
- Appearance
- Medical history
- Previous treatments
- Your treatment goals
This assessment helps determine whether FreezPen Cryotherapy is the most appropriate treatment and allows us to develop a personalized treatment plan.