Cryotherapy (CryoPen®)  Benign Skin Lesion Treatment

We offer a private cryotherapy service for the treatment of common benign skin lesions, carried out by trained pharmacy professionals using a medical cryotherapy device.

Cryotherapy works by applying a controlled freezing spray to the lesion, causing the tissue to break down and gradually fall away as the skin heals.

What can be treated?

Cryotherapy may be suitable for benign (non-cancerous) skin lesions, including:

 

• ​Skin tags

• Warts and verrucae

• Cherry angiomas

• Seborrhoeic keratoses

 

If there is any uncertainty about the nature of a lesion, treatment will not be carried out and further assessment will be recommended.

Assessment Before Treatment

This service is only suitable for lesions that have been assessed as benign.

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• We do not diagnose skin cancer

• Suspicious, changing, or pigmented lesions must be assessed appropriately before treatment

• In some cases, we may recommend a Map My Mole review prior to treatment

What to expect during treatment

• The area is treated with a short burst of freezing spray

• The procedure is usually quick and well tolerated

• A stinging or cold sensation may be felt during treatment

 

After treatment:

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• The area may blister, scab, or darken before healing

• Healing time varies depending on the lesion and location

• More than one session may be required

Pricing

• From £20 per lesion

• Final price confirmed at your appointment before treatment

• Example:

  • Small verruca (single freeze): from £20 per session

• Follow-up treatments may be required depending on response

Safety and Risks

Cryotherapy is generally safe when used appropriately, but potential side effects include:

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• Redness, blistering, or scabbing

• Temporary or permanent skin colour change

• Mild discomfort

• Incomplete removal (repeat treatment may be required)

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Results can vary and complete clearance cannot be guaranteed.

Before your appointment

For some lesions (e.g. verrucae), you may be asked to:

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• Soak and prepare the area prior to treatment

• Avoid certain topical treatments before your appointment

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Full instructions will be provided after booking.

Suitability

This service may not be suitable if you:

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• Have uncertain or changing skin lesions

• Have certain medical conditions affecting healing

• Are taking medications affecting the immune response

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A full suitability check will be completed before treatment.

Book your appointment

If you are unsure whether your lesion is suitable, we recommend booking an assessment first.

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Mole & Skin Lesion Review Consultant Dermatology Opinion

 

We also offer a private mole and skin lesion review service using Map My Mole, providing access to a UK consultant dermatologist opinion without needing a GP appointment.

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This service is designed to support early assessment of skin lesions, giving you additional reassurance or guidance on next steps.

 

What this service provides

• High-quality clinical images taken in pharmacy

• Secure submission to a UK consultant dermatologist

• A written report returned within a few working days

 

The report will advise whether the lesion appears:

• Benign (non-concerning)

• Requires monitoring

• Needs further medical assessment

 

Important – What this service does NOT provide

• This is not a diagnosis of skin cancer

• This service does not replace your GP or NHS services

• It does not include treatment or removal

 

If any concern is identified, you will be advised to seek appropriate medical care.

 

Pricing

• £50 per lesion

• Additional lesions may be reviewed at the same appointment (additional fee applies)

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How it works

1. Book your appointment

2. We take clinical and dermatoscopic images of the lesion

3. Images are securely submitted to a consultant dermatologist

4. You receive a written report with guidance

 

Why use this service?

• Faster access to specialist opinion

• No need to wait for a GP appointment

• Helps support informed decisions about your skin health

 

(However, urgent or concerning lesions should always be assessed via NHS pathways where appropriate.)

 

What happens if something is concerning?

If the dermatologist identifies a lesion of concern:

• You will be advised to contact your GP or specialist

• You can use your report to support referral discussions