Body
Body
Carboxy Therapy
Carboxytherapy
Medical-grade carbon dioxide is injected under the skin for targeted areas.
Using medical-grade carbon dioxide
Carboxytherapy involves injecting medical-grade carbon dioxide gas beneath the skin. During the injection, the skin puffs up and then settles, and you may feel some pressure or soreness.
It's used for targeted areas such as the upper arms, abdomen, and thighs, and is sometimes sequenced with other body treatments.
Common Reasons Patients Consult Us
- Wanting a quick treatment for a targeted area
- Wanting to plan alongside other body treatments
- Concerns about injectable solutions and wanting to discuss alternatives
Treatment Details
- Treatment time
- About 10–20 minutes
- Numbing
- Usually not needed
- Recovery
- Swelling or bruising at injection sites may last a few days
- Suggested interval
- Discussed after consultation (e.g., often every 1–2 weeks)
- Number of visits
- Discussed after consultation, depending on the area and condition
- Main target layers
- Dermis · Subcutaneous fat
This table is general information only. Results and recovery vary from person to person, so we'll give you specifics after your consultation.
Skin Layer
Skin Layers Targeted
Body injections mainly target the subcutaneous fat layer. The bar below is a simplified illustration of the layers this treatment mainly targets.
This bar is a simplified illustration. The actual depth depends on the device, settings, treatment area, and skin thickness, and is determined after your consultation.
Process
What to Expect
- 1Consultation & assessmentWe review the areas you'd like to address, your lifestyle, and your medications.
- 2Measurements & recordsWe record measurements and photos under the same conditions each time.
- 3Marking & disinfectionWe mark the treatment area and disinfect it.
- 4InjectionWe inject in small portions at set intervals.
- 5InstructionsWe explain home care and schedule your next visit.
Aftercare
- Avoid baths and saunas on the day of treatment.
- Drink plenty of water and take light walks.
- Avoid tight clothing for about a day.
- Keeping notes on your diet and exercise can be helpful for consultations.
Side Effects & Precautions
- Bruising, swelling, or soreness may occur at injection sites.
- Temporary warmth or itching may occur.
- In rare cases, the skin may feel lumpy or look indented.
- Changes in body shape are also influenced by diet, exercise, and lifestyle, and vary widely between individuals.
- You may feel temporary puffiness, soreness, or warmth during the injection.
Every treatment is decided together with our medical team after a consultation. Please let us know in advance if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking any medications.
Related Treatments
Not sure which treatment is right for you? We start by assessing your skin during your visit.