Carboxytherapy: what is it, indications and contraindications

What is the effect of carboxytherapy based on?

Humans have capillaries under the skin that supply it with oxygen. But with age, the capillaries are less able to cope with their task. Due to the lack of oxygen, the skin becomes sluggish. In addition, the external environment is making its own detrimental contribution. As a result, skin cells lose their rapid ability to self-rejuvenate – regenerate.

The lack of oxygen leads to skin aging, the appearance of various spots and rashes. From the age of 30, the level of oxygen in the skin drops by 30%. And already at 50, our skin lacks more than 50% of oxygen.

The carboxytherapy procedure is just aimed at eliminating the lack of oxygen. Carbon dioxide is injected directly under the skin and in response, the skin responds by increasing the production of red blood cells.

Where the injection was made, the rejuvenation process starts. With increased blood circulation, more oxygen and nutrients enter the skin. And thanks to oxygen, collagen begins to be produced. It helps to remove dark circles under the eyes, strenuously fights wrinkles and stretch marks.

Carboxytherapy involves not only superficial, but also deeper layers of the skin. As a result, there is a longer production of collagen, which means that there is a general tightening of the skin.

To get rid of cellulite and excess fat, the gas is preheated and injected deep under the skin. Fat cells begin to self-destruct, and the toxins that cause cellulite are excreted.

Who needs carboxytherapy treatment

There are certain indications for this procedure.

If you want to get rid of cellulite and sagging skin.
You have local areas of fat deposition.
To get rid of scars, stretch marks.
Fading skin.
Varicose veins.
For some dermatological problems such as psoriasis, neurodermatitis.
As a restorative therapy after burns and operations.
With alopecia.
To eliminate double chin.
With general flabbiness and swelling of the face.
To eliminate swelling and bruising under the eyes.

The principle of action and types of carboxytherapy

At the injection site, vasodilation occurs, which increases the supply of oxygen. As a result, metabolism is enhanced, and the removal of harmful cells from tissues.

As a result, the rate of cell regeneration increases, the rate of fat burning increases. In addition, there is an increased synthesis of collagen production.

After the procedure, the excretion of interstitial fluid increases and effective lymphatic drainage occurs. All inflammations on the skin are noticeably reduced and gradually disappear.

For carboxytherapy, only medical carbon dioxide is used. It goes through several stages of purification. Such a gas can be introduced into the human body in doses not exceeding 1000 cm3. When serving, it must pass a bactericidal filter.

There are two types of carboxytherapy.

injection method. In this case, the gas is injected using a medical needle, which allows you to quickly deliver it to the tissues and cells of the body.
non-invasive way. This type is chosen by those who are afraid or do not like injections. In this case, the gas is delivered to the body by a transdermal method. A person is put on a special mask that stimulates the introduction of gas into the skin tissue. The disadvantage of this method is a longer period of onset of therapy.

When is the best time to start

Every passing year leaves an imprint on the skin of a person. The action of the environment, the aggressive effects of the sun and wind do not go unnoticed. The first wrinkles can already be noticed by a thirty-year-old woman. And already at the age of forty, many begin to sag the skin and a double chin may appear.

Each person has their own skin type. A person ages differently. Some earlier, some later. But sooner or later, wrinkles and flabbiness of the skin will occur in any person. Of course, you can use various facelifts. But this is a more radical method. Therefore, in order to delay the withering time as much as possible, it is recommended to carry out the carboxytherapy procedure, which consists of 4-6 courses per year. The break should be 2-4 weeks.

How is the procedure

Manipulation can only be carried out by a physiotherapist. It is possible to carry out the procedure by a cosmetologist. But he must undergo special training and specialization.

The injection site, dosage, as well as the gas supply pressure are individual in each case. During therapy, there may be a burning or tingling sensation. But very soon these inconveniences pass.

Depending on the size of the gas injection area, its duration is calculated. And the required amount is calculated for each individually. The effect is observed after two manipulations. But the effect of the procedure lasts about a year.

Contraindications for carboxytherapy

Like any serious manipulation, carboxytherapy has its own contraindications.

Gas injections should not be given to pregnant women and nursing mothers.
People with diseases of the cardiovascular system.
In case of liver and kidney disease.
With high blood pressure.
Do not inject gas into an inflamed area on the skin.

After therapy, minor complications are possible. After the puncture, cyanosis of the soft tissues may appear. Possible redness and swelling of the skin. In order to reduce the likelihood of these side effects, it is recommended not to wet the area of effect of the gas and not to allow a sharp temperature drop for two days.

Every woman should look young, well-groomed and beautiful. And for this, many are ready to go to any procedure, just to achieve the goal. Modern aesthetic cosmetology allows avoiding traumatic and surgical interventions in the human body.

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