How Does it Work?

Carbon dioxide occurs naturally in the body and plays an important role in several metabolic processes. When injected into the skin, it causes vasodilation - the widening of blood vessels. The increased blood flow stimulates collagen production and brings oxygen and nutrients to the skin tissues for repair and renewal. Over multiple treatments, this leads to improved texture and elasticity as well as a smoothing of cellulite and stretch marks.

Cellulite Reduction

The massaging effect of carbon dioxide helps breakdown fat cells trapped beneath the skin, as well as smooth out connective tissue binding them. By improving circulation and lymphatic drainage in the treated area, Carboxy Therapy dissolves cellulite over time. Within 6-10 weekly treatments, most patients see visible tightening and diminishing of cellulite dimples on thighs, hips, buttocks or abdomen. A course of 12-20 treatments is usually recommended for lasting results.

Healing Stretch Marks

Carbon dioxide injections increase collagen synthesis to gradually fade old stretch marks from pregnancy, weight fluctuations or growth spurts. Some clinical studies have found carboxy treatment as effective as laser treatments for minimizing the appearance of stretch marks, though results vary depending on their depth and severity. Combining it with topical creams or dermarolling may enhance outcomes. Typically, significant improvement in stretch mark color and texture is seen after 10-15 weekly treatments.

Additional Benefits

While primarily used for cellulite and stretch marks, carboxy treatment has proven beneficial for various other skin and health conditions as well:

- Wrinkles - The skin tightening effect reduces fine lines and wrinkles. Deeper wrinkles may require combining with other anti-aging therapies.

- Scars - It helps flatten and soften scars from injuries, acne or surgery.

- Hair Loss - Early research suggests carboxy injections may stimulate hair follicles and promote hair growth for conditions like alopecia.

- Varicose Veins - By dilating veins, it improves blood flow out of varicose veins to reduce their visibility over multiple sessions.

- Fat Reduction - Some doctors use it to target small pockets of fat that are difficult to eliminate via exercise or diet alone

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