Bella Derma Medspa is proud to offer Carbossi Therapy. This treatment can improve skin elasticity, smooth cellulite, soften scars and stretch marks, and encourages hair regrowth.

Carboxytherapy is a unique treatment using carbon dioxide gas (CO₂) injected under the skin to cause tightening of the skin. This is very effective for facial areas such as around the eyes, cheeks and jowls to help tighten sagging skin and rejuvenate thinng skin.

Carboxytherapy also helps reduce fat tissue in spot areas. We use this in the treatment of fat pads under the eyes, "double chin," as well as fat deposits and cellulite of the legs, buttocks and abdomen. It is wonderful in combination with other treatments, such as IPL treatments with laser for maximium effect.

Highlights of Carboxytherapy

• This is a non-surgical procedure
• It involves the injecting of carbon dioxide with a fine needle under the skin
• It spreads to the surrounding tissues and causes the dilation of blood vessles
• It oxygenates and nourishes the treated area
• It distends the fat cells and causes their death
• It stimulates the production of collagen
• It reduces stretch marks, fades scares and melts away fat from the body
• It makes skin look younger and firmer
• It is ideal for the treatment of jowls, stretch marks, the decolletage of cellulite
• For effective results, treatment is recommended every 6 weeks
• One session lasts for about 30 minutes

What is Carboxytherapy?

Carboxytherapy Therapy is the new, simple and proven technique that can dramatically improve the appearance of cellulite by improving local tissue metabolism and perfusion. Treatments are rapid, comfortable and effective for a high percentage of patients.

How is Carboxytherapy Therapy performed?

It is a non surgical method. Carbon dioxide (CO2) is infiltrated into the subcutaneous tissue through a tiny 30G needle (0.3mm in diameter). From the injection point, the carbon dioxide diffuses easily into adjacent tissues.

How does the carbon dioxide work?

Carboxytherapy Therapy works in two complimentary ways. Firstly, and quite simply carbon dioxide mechanically kills fat cells. Secondly, it also has a strong vasodilatory effect (causes dilation of blood vessels) on the capillaries in the area. Wider vessels mean bigger and stronger blood flow to the area, which means more oxygen. The increase in oxygen is important because it eliminates the built up fluid from between the cells. The end result is fewer fat cells and firmer subcutaneous tissue.

Is it painful?

No. Some patients can experience a light tingling sensation near the injection site. It disappears within a matter of seconds. As a result of the increased circulation, the area surrounding the injection site may feel warmer for 10 to 20 minutes.

What should I avoid after treatment?

Avoid emerging in water for 4 hours after the treatment such as baths, swimming, or saunas.

How many sessions are necessary?

Between 15 and 20 sessions are necessary to eliminate cellulite. Ideally they should be carried out every other day, although sometimes two or even one session per week will be enough. This will depend on the extent of your cellulite. Each session lasts between 10 to 15 minutes.

How many sessions before I see an improvement?

After the 5th session you will see that your skin looks noticeably healthier. Around the 8-10 session mark, you will appreciate that your subcutaneous tissue is firmer. Before the treatment program ends you will have firmer, cellulite free skin.

How long do the benefits last?

This depends entirely on you. If you choose to follow a healthy diet complemented by regular exercise, the cellulite can stay away for years. If you tend to succumb to culinary temptations and never quite find the time for that 10km run, the cellulite will return much quicker. On average, it'll be 5 to 6 months before you see it starting to creep back in. It's best to nip it in the bud at this stage. If you're vigilant, 3 to 5 sessions will get you back to smooth firm skin.

Isn't carbon dioxide toxic?

No. Carbon dioxide is naturally produced by the cells in our bodies every day of our life. It is a by product of metabolism. It is transported in the blood and exhaled through the lungs. In a study done published in the Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Journal, no important side effects were linked to CO2 treatment. The study found that CO2 therapy is a safe therapy with no relevant side effects. Because of its lipolytic properties and positive effect on skin elasticity, CO2 therapy could play a useful role as a complement to surgical liposuction for the treatment of persistent skin irregularity.