Cryotherapy: What is it?
By Morgan Bilodeau · Published February 15, 2021 · Updated February 10, 2025
Cryotherapy. Yes it does sound a bit scary when you first hear it. It does sound a little out of this world. But if you do a bit more research you will find out that it's actually used in many treatments in the skincare industry.

Cryotherapy. Yes it does sound a bit scary when you first hear it. It does sound a little out of this world. But if you do a bit more research you will find out that it's actually used in many treatments in the skincare industry.
Cryotherapy is a therapy that uses almost freezing temperatures to temporarily remove unwanted tissue in the body. Cryotherapy is used in many of our spa services for immediate skin-cooling benefits. The Joanna Vargas technique adds cryotherapy to reduce inflammation, increase oxygenation & boost metabolism in the skin.
If you are looking for a major glow-up with a quick turnaround you can come into our NY Salon and book one of our treatments that incorporate cryotherapy. Here are some that do.
Twilight Body Treatment
This is a transformative body treatment that uses high-tech tools like Microneedling, Radio Frequency, Cryotherapy, and Joanna’s patented Revitalight Bed. Clients will see an immediate lift and skin tone evening in their chosen area of concern. If the Twilight Body Treatment is a bit too pricey for you right now then you can get it in the form of a face mask! We have the Twilight Face Mask. Our Twilight Face Mask is a deep conditioning mask that has witch hazel in it to control breakouts. It also has niacinamide which Improves the appearance of pores, uneven skin tone, fine lines and dullness.
Clear + Brilliant Facial
Clear + Brilliant is a minimally invasive fractional laser facial that revitalizes the appearance of the skin, improves skin texture & increases the skin’s permeability post-treatment to boost the benefits of your skincare. The Joanna Vargas technique adds cryotherapy to visibly reduce inflammation, temporarily increase oxygenation & boost metabolism in the skin. It's followed by a signature oxygen treatment that completes the facial and infuses the skin with green tea, vitamins & hyaluronic acid.
Supernova Facial and Body Treatment
The Supernova Facial is the celebrity loved facial. This facial resurfaces the skin with a nutrient-rich liquid exfoliation, leaving the skin baby smooth. If you love our Supernova Facial (get excited), we have it as a body treatment as well! The Supernova body treatment exfoliates and hydrates your skin. It softens the surface of the skin to give you that glow!
Each step in this shoulder-to-toe body treatment was crafted by Joanna to bring out your ultimate glow. It uses full-body Cryotherapy to soothe, reduce inflammation, and boost cellular activity. The results are softer, more glowing, dewier skin. Next level hydration that makes the skin shine.
If you aren't in NY or don’t want to leave your house to try any of our cryotherapy facials and body treatments then you need to get our Magic Glow Wand - it’s like bringing the spa into your home. The Magic Glow Wand has cryotherapy-like cooling with 4 skin-loving temperature settings.
Choose settings 3 (Cool) to instantly soothe the skin and 4 (Cool + Massage) for a daily de-puffing and skin-tightening effect. It is so easy to use and the effects are miraculous. The Magic Glow wand has 2 other settings as well. This wand is actually pure magic. You can purchase the wand here!
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