Wart & Verruca Removal
Is cryotherapy right for my wart?
Warts are common viral growths caused by HPV. Most are harmless and many disappear on their own — but freezing helps when they’re painful, spreading or simply unwelcome.
| Your situation | Details | What we’ll do |
|---|---|---|
| Treatable Common warts on hands or feet | Rough, raised growths, including verrucas on the soles | Freezing in 10–30 second applications; a blister forms and the wart typically comes away with it |
| Treatable Warts that are spreading or painful | Verrucas that hurt when walking, or clusters that are multiplying | Treating early limits spread; additional warts done in the same visit cost less |
| Not treated Genital warts or undiagnosed lesions | Genital warts need a sexual health clinic; anything atypical needs a diagnosis first | We’ll point you to the right service — no charge for the consultation |
Not sure it’s a wart? The consultation is free — you’ll get an honest answer either way.
How does freezing remove a wart?
Warts are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV) and can appear anywhere on the skin — most often hands and feet, where verrucas (plantar warts) can make walking uncomfortable. While many warts eventually clear on their own, that can take years, and freezing is one of the most effective ways to speed things up.
We apply a precise jet of extreme cold to the wart for 10–30 seconds using a CryoPen. It stings briefly — like frostbite or an ice cube pressed to the skin — and can feel warm as the area thaws. A blister then forms (sometimes clear, sometimes blood-filled); it dries up and falls off over the following days, usually taking the wart with it.
The treated skin can look lighter at first and takes a little time to blend in. Well-established warts sometimes need several treatments spaced 4–6 weeks apart — we’ll give you a realistic view at your assessment rather than over-promise. Please note we don’t treat genital warts: those need a sexual health clinic.
What happens at your appointment
Assessment and first treatment usually happen in the same visit at 124 Frimley Road, Camberley.
| Stage | Details | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| 1 · Free assessment | We confirm it is a wart or verruca and check treatment is safe for you | Anything atypical is referred to your GP first |
| 2 · Freezing | A 10–30 second application of extreme cold to each wart | Brief sting, then a warm sensation as the skin thaws |
| 3 · Blister & healing | A blister forms, dries and falls away — often with the wart | Four-week check included; stubborn warts may need a repeat 4–6 weeks later |
Aftercare: wash the area daily with soap and water, dry well and cover with a plaster. If the blister breaks, an antiseptic cream and fresh plaster help. Over-the-counter pain relief is fine for any discomfort.
Wart & verruca removal prices
Same transparent pricing for warts and verrucas — the four-week check-up is included.
| Service | Price | What’s included |
|---|---|---|
| Consultation | Free | If your wart isn’t suitable for treatment, you’ll be referred to your GP — no charge |
| Wart or verruca removal | £69.99 | Consultation, treatment of one wart and a check-up four weeks later |
| Each additional wart (same visit) | £29.99 | Treated at the same appointment as the first |
| Follow-up treatment (within 6 weeks) | £29.99 | Only if the wart needs more than one application |
If we can’t treat your lesion you’ll be referred to your GP and pay nothing — and if you decide not to proceed on the day, there’s no charge either. Follow-up treatments must be booked within 6 weeks of the original appointment.
How it works
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Same-day appointments are often available thanks to the size of our team.
Free suitability assessment
Our clinician examines the lesion first — anything suspicious is referred to your GP, never treated.
Treatment + 4-week check
The lesion is frozen in seconds; four weeks later we check it has healed properly.
Other cryotherapy treatments
We treat a range of benign skin lesions — each has its own guide.
Frequently asked questions
Does freezing a wart hurt?
It stings for the few seconds of application — people compare it to frostbite or an ice cube stuck to the skin — and may feel hot as it thaws. Discomfort is short-lived and manageable with over-the-counter pain relief.
How many treatments will I need?
Small, recent warts often clear after one treatment. Older, thicker warts and verrucas may need several applications spaced 4–6 weeks apart. We’ll give you an honest estimate at the free assessment.
What happens after the treatment?
A blister forms at the site — clear or blood-filled, both are normal. It dries up and falls off over the following days, usually taking the wart with it. The skin may look lighter at first and blends in over time.
Can you treat verrucas?
Yes — verrucas are simply warts on the soles of the feet, and cryotherapy works well on them. Because the skin there is thicker, verrucas are among the lesions most likely to need a repeat application.
Do you treat genital warts?
No — cryotherapy at the pharmacy is for skin warts only. Genital warts should be seen at a sexual health (GUM) clinic, where the right treatments are free.
How much does it cost?
£69.99 covers the consultation, treatment of one wart and a four-week check-up. Additional warts treated in the same visit are £29.99 each, and a follow-up application within 6 weeks is £29.99 if needed. The consultation alone is free.
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GPhC registered pharmacy 1105418 · Superintendent pharmacist Jirina Thielens (GPhC 2069634).
This guide follows UK national health guidance (NHS) and was last reviewed in August 2026. Recommendations can change — your consultation always reflects the latest advice.
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