What is carboxytherapy?
Carbon dioxide treatment is more commonly known as carboxytherapy. This method is used in the treatment of cellulite, darkness under the eyes, collagen repair and destruction of fat deposits. In Carboxy, by increasing the blood flow in the eyelid, the dark circle around the eyes improves. Some doctors even use this method to treat erectile dysfunction, acute arthritis, Raynaud’s syndrome and alopecia caused by poor blood circulation.
Usually, to reduce fat and cellulite, carbon dioxide treatment is preferred to more aggressive and risky methods such as liposuction. In this method, medical carbon dioxide is injected into the skin. Its use in removing local fats has had good results.
Types of carboxytherapy:
Carboxytherapy has many benefits and is used for different areas of the body and face. The skin and hair doctor can use carbon dioxide treatment according to the target area and the patient’s condition.
Carboxytherapy is used in the following cases and produces favorable results:
1_ Facial carboxytherapy:
Carbon dioxide treatment is used in different areas of the face. For example, by injecting carbon dioxide into the areas around the eyes, collagen production can be stimulated and crow’s feet lines and fine wrinkles can be eliminated. Also, the dark circle around the eyes improves and its pigments change color.
Carbon dioxide treatment is also used to remove forehead lines and lines around the mouth. This operation is done by stimulating the collagen of the skin and the lines disappear to some extent. People who have sagging cheeks and excess fat in this area can solve this problem with carboxytherapy of the cheek and removing the fat cells.
2_Carboxytherapy under the eyes:
Dark circles around the eyes are usually caused by poor blood circulation in this area. This condition causes blood vessels to constrict. Gas injection in the lower eyelid reduces this accumulation. In fact, the injection of carbon dioxide increases the amount of oxygen sent to this area, and increasing oxygen increases blood supply. In this case, the bluish color under the eyes becomes reddish.
3_ Vaginal carboxytherapy:
One of the most frequent questions in beauty procedures is what is bikini carboxytherapy? This method is painless and solves vaginal problems related to aging, menopause, pregnancy, stress and chemotherapy. Carbon dioxide injection is effective in solving problems such as pain during intercourse, vaginal tightness and urinary incontinence. This method is also used to increase orgasm. 6 to 8 injections are performed in this area. With this action, the growth of new capillaries is stimulated and blood flow increases. Patient must be eligible for Vagilift. Vagina lift is the desire to tighten and rejuvenate the vagina. For vaginal carboxytherapy, except dermatologist; It is better to consult a gynecologist.
4_ Hair carboxytherapy:
Hair loss or alopecia is caused by poor blood circulation in this area. Carboxytherapy improves blood circulation and reduces hair loss. Of course, with this method, the shedding can be somewhat reduced. Do not expect a complete solution to hair problems. Carbon dioxide injection should be repeated every few months to continue to eliminate hair loss.
5_ Eyebrow carboxytherapy:
Carboxytherapy is used to remove lines and wrinkles around the eyebrows and forehead. By injecting in these areas and smoothing the skin, the eyebrows are lifted and slightly raised. Of course, carbon dioxide treatment does not replace eyebrow lift methods such as thread lift or lift surgery. But it can solve the problems of drooping eyebrows and forehead to some extent.
6_ Carboxytherapy stretch mark (stretch marks):
One of the skin problems is stretch marks or so-called stretch marks. The cause of these skin cracks is the tearing of skin collagen. Carbon dioxide treatment causes new collagen to form. This collagen helps the thickness of the skin and removes stretch marks.
7_ Carboxytherapy of cellulite:
By injecting carbon dioxide gas into fat cells, it bursts and expels these cells in the body. Cellulite occurs when subcutaneous fat reaches the surface layers of the skin. Carboxytherapy method for cellulite treatment is completely safe. In the treatment of cellulite, carbon dioxide is used to improve lymphatic drainage and blood circulation.
8- Carboxytherapy for slimming:
Carboxytherapy can also be used for weight loss. In people who have hard fats, this method is very suitable. Treatment with carbon dioxide causes fat cells to disappear or shrink these cells. Of course, it is important to note that this method is effective for weight loss when it is combined with diet and exercise. In this case, the best result can be obtained.
Usually, carbon dioxide treatment is performed on the face for 4 to 6 sessions and this procedure must be repeated every 2 to 4 weeks. Also, ask the specialist about its extension. Usually, carbon dioxide treatment should be renewed every 6 to 8 months.
