Doctor-led skin lesion removal | Advanced CryoIQ Cryotherapy technology | Skin tags, warts, moles & more | Serving Bebington, Eastham & Moreton
Treatment Overview
From £70
15 minutes
Immediate
Permanent
WHY CHOOSE AESTHETICS BY DR RACHEL?
Cryotherapy is a well-established medical treatment for many benign skin lesions, including skin tags, warts and moles. Cryotherapy offers a simple and effective medical treatment without the need for surgery or stitches.
Unlike traditional liquid nitrogen methods, the advanced CryoIQ pen used in clinic delivers controlled nitrous oxide at -89°C with millimetre precision. This targeted approach freezes only the unwanted lesion while protecting surrounding healthy skin, reducing the risk of scarring and unwanted permanent skin changes.
This is a medical-grade treatment, not a beauty salon procedure. As a GMC-registered GP with over ten years of clinical experience, I am trained to assess skin lesions, identify features that are appropriate for cryotherapy, and recognise when a lesion should not be treated and instead referred for further medical assessment. Treatment is carried out with patient safety as the priority, within clear clinical boundaries and referral pathways.
Each lesion typically takes just 5–10 seconds to freeze. There are no needles, no stitches, and no surgical wounds. The procedure is quick and well-tolerated, with most patients describing only a brief stinging sensation. You can return to work immediately, and multiple lesions can often be treated in a single session for added convenience and cost-effectiveness.
Cryotherapy has been used in medical practice for decades to safely remove benign skin lesions. The CryoIQ technology represents the latest advancement in this proven treatment, offering superior precision, faster healing, and better cosmetic outcomes compared to older freezing methods.
Medical microneedling is collagen induction therapy designed to stimulate the skin’s natural wound-healing processes, supporting collagen production and tissue regeneration at a deeper level.
"Cryotherapy works by freezing fluid within targeted skin lesions, causing the unwanted cells to rupture and die. The beauty of this treatment lies in its precision, where I target only the problem tissue while leaving everything around it completely unharmed.
At my clinic, I use the CryoIQ pen, which delivers nitrous oxide at exactly -89°C. This is fundamentally different from the liquid nitrogen spray guns used in many GP surgeries and high-street clinics. The CryoIQ pen allows me to control the depth and spread of the freeze with millimetre accuracy.
Why does this matter? Because precision means better results. Less risk of damaging healthy skin. Less risk of permanent lightening (hypopigmentation). Faster healing. Better cosmetic outcomes.
During the 5-10 second treatment, you will feel a sharp sting like an elastic band snap against your skin. The area will turn white (we call this 'frosting') as the cells freeze, then gradually return to normal colour. Within 24-48 hours, a protective blister can form. This is good, and it means the treatment is working.
Over the next 7-14 days, a scab will form and eventually fall away, revealing fresh pink skin underneath. The key to avoiding scarring is simple: do not pick the scab. Let it lift away naturally. It is important to bear in mind that some skin lesions need more than one treatment.
I treat everything from common skin tags and warts to more complex lesions such as actinic keratosis (pre-cancerous sun damage) and selected benign moles. That said, I will only ever treat lesions that I am confident are safe and appropriate for cryotherapy. Because this clinic does not provide a diagnostic service, any pigmented lesions will need to have been checked and confirmed as benign by your NHS GP, or assessed using the Map My Mole service available in clinic before treatment.
If I have any concerns at any point during your consultation, I will recommend referral for specialist assessment rather than proceeding with treatment. Your safety and wellbeing will always take priority over any treatment fee.
Many of my patients have lived with bothersome skin lesions for years, trying over-the-counter remedies that simply do not work. Cryotherapy offers a definitive medical solution with minimal discomfort and excellent results."
Attribution: — Dr Rachel Sinton, MBChB (Hons), MRCGP, GMC-Registered GP
[Image: Dr Rachel performing Cryotherapy treatment]
"I had three stubborn skin tags on my neck that had bothered me for years. Dr Rachel explained everything clearly, the treatment took literally seconds, and they have completely gone with no scarring. I wish I had done this years ago! She is so reassuring and clearly knows her stuff."
Kim, Bebington
Cryotherapy
"Here is something many people do not realise: cryotherapy is a medical procedure, not a beauty treatment.
The skill is not simply in applying cold to the skin, but in understanding what is being treated and whether cryotherapy is the right option. This includes recognising when a lesion appears suitable for treatment, when an alternative approach may be safer, and when referral for further assessment is the most appropriate next step.
Clinical judgement matters. Freeze time, lesion depth, skin type, and the risk of pigmentation change all influence how cryotherapy should be performed. These are decisions that rely on medical training and experience, not just equipment.
I regularly see patients who have previously tried cryotherapy in non-medical settings and been left with incomplete results, unnecessary scarring, or ongoing concerns that were never properly addressed. In some cases, treatment was carried out when further medical assessment would have been more appropriate.
As a practising GP here on the Wirral, I bring over 10 years of clinical experience to every consultation. I take the time to examine the lesion carefully, review your medical history, and explain clearly what cryotherapy can and cannot achieve for your individual concern.
And critically, I know when not to treat, when a mole needs dermatology referral, when a lesion requires biopsy and when cryotherapy is not the safest option. Knowing when not to proceed is just as important as knowing how to treat.
I am also a member of Complications in Medical Aesthetic Collaborative (CMAC), meaning I am trained to recognise and manage complications should they arise. I use medical-grade equipment, follow strict clinical protocols, and maintain full professional indemnity insurance.
You deserve treatment delivered with medical judgement, safety, and accountability at its core.
My clinic is based in Bebington, easily accessible from Eastham, Moreton, Heswall, and across the Wirral. Every appointment is one-to-one with me, from consultation through to treatment and follow-up.
I look forward to helping you achieve clear, healthy skin you feel confident in.”
Attribution: - Dr Rachel Sinton, GMC-Registered GP & CMAC Member
When it comes to your skin, there is no substitute for genuine medical expertise delivered with care, precision, and honesty. Cryotherapy may appear straightforward, but achieving safe, effective results relies on careful assessment, technical precision, and the clinical judgement to know when treatment is appropriate and when it is not.
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WHO SHOULD CONSIDER THIS TREATMENT?
Cryotherapy is ideal for anyone with a skin lesion that is bothering them, and is looking for a quick and effective treatment.
You have benign skin lesions causing concern
Skin tags snagging on clothing or jewellery, warts on hands that over-the-counter treatments have failed to remove, milia around the eyes, cherry angiomas you find cosmetically bothersome, or age spots making you feel self-conscious.
You want medical-grade treatment, not salon procedures
You are looking for medical-grade treatment rather than a salon procedure, and value having a GMC-registered doctor with clinical expertise who can assess whether cryotherapy is appropriate and advise when further medical review is needed.
You have tried other methods without success
Over-the-counter treatments and other home remedies have failed to work, or have even caused irritation. You want a definitive medical solution.
You prefer non-surgical removal
You want to avoid surgical excision and prefer a quick freezing procedure with no stitches required.
You are in good general health
You are in good general health and do not have any medical conditions that would make cryotherapy unsafe or unsuitable, all of which will be discussed during your consultation.
You have realistic expectations
You understand that healing takes up to 4 weeks, that there may be temporary redness or lightening of the treated area, and that deeper lesions may require 2 or more treatment sessions.
✓ Skin tags - Small, flesh-coloured growths often found on the neck, underarms, eyelids or groin
✓ Warts & verrucae - Common viral growths that appear on the hands, fingers or feet
✓ Milia - Tiny white bumps around eyes and cheeks
✓ Cherry angiomas - Small, bright red spots made up of tiny blood vessels
✓ Age spots (solar lentigines) - Flat brown patches of sun damage
✓ Seborrhoeic keratosis - Raised, “stuck-on” looking growths that become more common with age
✓ Actinic keratosis - Pre-cancerous rough scaly patches caused by sun damage
✓ Sebaceous hyperplasia - Small yellowish bumps caused by enlarged oil glands, usually on the face
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