If you are currently struggling with fine lines and wrinkles, sagging skin, cellulite, stubborn fat pockets, and/or stretch marks, carboxytherapy could just be the non-surgical treatment you need.
It is specially designed for skin rejuvenation without surgery, and it gives impressive results! So, grab some popcorn, pull up a chair, and enjoy a cup of English tea as we take a closer look at this remarkable treatment that uses carbon dioxide gas to revitalise your face and skin.
Who knows, it may just be the aesthetic solution you have always dreamed of.
The Carboxytherapy Breakdown
If the term carboxytherapy has you somewhat perplexed, we are here to smooth out the wrinkles (pun always intended). On a serious note, the term carboxytherapy simply refers to the carbon dioxide gas (CO₂) used within this skin-regenerating procedure.
How does it work? It is super straightforward! A small amount of carbon dioxide is introduced into the subcutaneous tissue (the deepest layer of your skin) which initiates a natural response called the Bohr Effect.
Now, the Bohr Effect might sound a little BOHRing; but trust us, it is anything but! In fact, the Bohr Effect increases the oxygen levels within the injection site, thereby increasing the function of tissues and blood flow to give you that radiant glow you have been after!
Why? Because oxygen is life and is essential for healing wounds and restoring tissue function and integrity.
A Slightly More In-Depth Look At The Bohr Effect
The Bohr Effect involves the process by which haemoglobin, the molecule responsible for carrying oxygen in the blood, more readily releases oxygen when carbon dioxide levels increase. This mechanism ensures that during times of heightened oxygen demand, such as during exercise, more oxygen is efficiently delivered to tissues in response to rising carbon dioxide levels.
How does this tie into carboxytherapy? By injecting carbon dioxide into the skin, your body interprets this as an oxygen deficit and responds by increasing blood flow and growth factors to encourage the production of new blood vessels. Thus, your skin’s restoration process begins.
Carboxytherapy Benefits
Other than carboxytherapy being generally well-tolerated, and boasting minimal downtime, it is also a suitable treatment for a variety of skin types, ares on the body (face, abdomen, legs, arms, and even on the scalp for hair growth) and busy lifestyles, carboxytherapy is phenomenal treatment for:
- Cellulite Reduction: by breaking down fat deposits and stimulating blood flow in the treated areas, leading to smoother skin texture and reduced dimpling.
- Stretch Marks: by increasing collagen and elastin, which can restore elasticity and skin tone.
- Dark Under-Eye Circles: by boosting blood flow and oxygenation, reducing pigmentation and puffiness in this area.
- Fat Reduction: by increased circulation and metabolism promoted by CO₂ help in breaking down fat cells.
- Skin Rejuvenation (Anti-Ageing): by stimulating collagen production. It tightens the skin, giving it a more youthful, firmer appearance.
- Hair Restoration: by enhancing blood circulation to hair follicles, potentially stimulating hair growth and improving hair thickness, especially in cases of hair loss related to poor circulation.
- Scar Treatment: by promoting healing by boosting collagen and elastin in the scar tissue.
- Wound Healing: by increasing blood flow and oxygenation is also beneficial for wound healing, especially in areas with poor circulation or stubborn wounds.
Can Carboxytherapy Be Combined With Other Aesthetic Treatments?
Of course, it can! If you feel that you need more than one proverbial hand on deck, then your skincare specialist can tailor for your needs a very unique aesthetic treatment plan or even a combination that yields an even more fantastic result.
Combining carboxytherapy with microneedling enhances circulation and collagen production, working together to improve skin texture, tone, and overall rejuvenation. This powerful duo can effectively reduce scarring, pigmentation, and fine lines.
A combination of carboxytherapy with laser therapy addresses deeper skin issues and improves collagen production. The combination of carboxytherapy with mesotherapy might bring great improvement in hydration and elasticity, especially in the treatment of under-eye bags or cellulite.
You also have the option to combine carboxytherapy treatment with other body contouring treatments such as Cryolipolysis for a better and more comprehensive silhouette sculpturing.
But brace yourself (said in our best infomercial voice), that is really not all! You can even combine carboxytherapy with PRP treatment for a more powerful anti-aging effect on fine lines, wrinkles, and general skin rejuvenation. Additionally, it can be combined with chemical peels to significantly reduce pigmentation and smooth the skin, especially in areas prone to discoloration, like the under-eye area.
Are There Any Risks Involved?
As with any treatment, there can be risks, even if they are uncommon. While carboxytherapy is typically regarded as safe, it’s important to understand the possible risks and side effects linked to this procedure.
Some individuals may experience temporary discomfort, swelling, or bruising at the injection sites. It is also vital to note that carboxytherapy may not be suitable for everyone. Pregnant women, for example, and individuals with certain medical conditions or skin infections, should consult their healthcare provider before undergoing the treatment.
What We Have Learned
We have learned that carboxytherapy is an incredible skin rejuvenating therapy. In fact, worldwide, carboxytherapy is rapidly becoming known as one of the leading skin rejuvenation treatments!
The more you know, right?
But the takeaway here is that if you are struggling with dark circles, fine lines, cellulite, scars, and other surface-grade skin issues, carboxytherapy offers a non-surgical way to combat them.
If carboxytherapy is a treatment that has intrigued you, please reach out to our team of skincare and carboxytherapy specialists and book a one-on-one consultation so that we can assess your skin and advise whether carboxytherapy alone is enough or if a combination treatment is required to help you flaunt the skin of your dreams daily.
