If you’ve noticed flat, brown spots appearing on your face, hands, or shoulders over time, you’re not alone. These marks—often called age spots—are incredibly common, especially as skin matures and is exposed to years of sunlight. While they’re harmless, many people feel they make the skin look older or uneven.
At LA Lipo Bexley, we understand that clearer, brighter skin can make a real difference in how you feel about yourself. That’s where CryoPen solar lentigo removal treatment comes in—a precise, non-invasive solution designed to target unwanted pigmentation safely and effectively.
CryoPen works by applying a controlled jet of cold directly to the pigmented area. This freezes the excess melanin in the skin without damaging the surrounding tissue. Over the following days, the treated spot darkens slightly, then naturally flakes away, revealing fresher, more even-toned skin beneath.
The treatment is quick, typically taking just a few minutes, and requires little to no downtime. Most clients return to their normal routine immediately, making it a convenient option for those with busy lifestyles.
What exactly are solar lentigines (age spots), and why do they appear on the skin?
Solar lentigines—commonly known as age spots or sun spots—are flat, well-defined patches of darker skin. They can range in colour from light brown to almost black and usually develop on areas that receive the most sun exposure, such as the face, hands, arms, and décolletage.
These spots form when the skin produces excess melanin in response to ultraviolet (UV) radiation. Over time, repeated sun exposure causes this pigment to cluster in certain areas rather than being evenly distributed. Non-Invasive Dermatofibroma Removal with Cryopen Technology
Although they’re often associated with ageing, it’s really cumulative sun exposure that’s responsible. That’s why some people develop them earlier, especially if they’ve spent a lot of time outdoors without adequate sun protection.
While solar lentigines are completely harmless, they can affect confidence—particularly when they appear in visible areas.
How does CryoPen technology target and remove pigmentation safely?
CryoPen is a highly controllable cryotherapy device that gives practitioners the ability to treat pigmentation with pinpoint accuracy. Using a finely calibrated jet of nitrous oxide instead of standard freezing techniques, it leaves surrounding skin intact and gets to the root of the problem in only the affected area.
Here’s how the process works:
- The CryoPen sprays a stream of cold air onto the pigmented area.
- This then freezes the cells containing melanin beneath the surface
- The targeted cells are then broken down and get cleared by the body.
- Over time, the treated spot gets darker and drier until it falls off.
CryoPen is extremely copious, and that is one of its major benefits. However, at LA Lipo Bexley, this ensures that even small or delicate areas can be treated with increased patient comfort and reduced risk of scarring. Advantages of Combining HIFU and Morpheus8 – LA Lipo Bexley
Most clients say it feels like a quick sting or coldness, but it is quite tolerable and passes quickly. The treatment is non-invasive, so there’s no need for anaesthesia or long recovery periods.
Are the results permanent, or can pigmentation return?
CryoPen Bexley can cause permanent removal of the treated area of solar lentigo. Once the pigmented cells are killed off and cleared by the body, that spot usually doesn’t come back.
But keep in mind that your skin can continue to develop new pigmentation over the years. Because solar lentigines are a product of sun exposure, ongoing UV damage can cause new spots to develop in the future.
Generally, we suggest:
- Broad-spectrum SPF daily
- Limiting sun exposure, particularly from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Donning protective clothes, including hats and sunglasses
- Practicing a healthy skincare regime that promotes skin health
As we mentioned at LA Lipo Bexley, it’s not just about treatment; we also provide an idea of how to care for your skin long-term so that you can enjoy clearer and more even skin for the longest amount of time possible. See Cryopen Milia Removal: Can it Cause Scarring?
FAQs: CryoPen Solar Lentigo Removal Bexley
Q: Is CryoPen effective in the treatment of solar lentigines (age spots) Bexley?
Yes, CryoPen is highly effective in treating solar lentigines. It coats the excess pigment itself, encouraging the spot to slowly darken, dry and flake off, exposing clearer skin beneath.
Q: How should my skin look post CryoPen treatment Bexley?
Then comes a flushing, and the area becomes darkened within one or two days after treatment. A small crust develops and comes off on its own in 1–2 weeks as the skin heals.
Q: How many treatments are required to eliminate age spots?
The majority of solar lentigines can be treated with one session. However, deeper or darker spots may require a second session for optimal results.
Q: Who is a CryoPen treatment suitable for?
Anyone with nonmalignant, well-defined solar lentigines is typically an excellent candidate. LA Lipo Bexley will confirm whether this treatment is for you during a consultation.
Q: Is CryoPen Safe on the Face and Visible Areas?
Yes, CryoPen is accurate and, thus far all snug parts of the body (face, palms & shoulders) are tested safe. These treatments at LA Lipo Bexley are delivered with precision, ensuring the surrounding skin is protected.
Q: Are CryoPen results permanent?
The age spot being treated is often permanently removed. But if the skin continues to be unprotected in the sun, new pigmentation can form over time.
Q: How long does healing take after treatment?
The healing process usually takes between 7 to 14 days. During this time, the treated area will dry out and naturally fall off as new skin replaces it.
Q: How long does CryoPen treatment take?
There’s little to no time for downtime. You may resume your daily activities right away, but you will need to shield the area from sun exposure.
Q: Are new age spots able to form after treatment?
Yes, through ongoing sun exposure, solar lentigines can develop over time. Applying SPF daily also decreases the likelihood of new spots forming.
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