Carboxytherapy

An update on an original spa therapy for tighter, more glowing skin

Building on the bedrock of an almost century-old French spa therapy, the all-natural process of Carboxytherapy continues to propel the promotion of beautifully glowing skin – diminishing fat, stretch marks, dark under-eye circles and cellulite.

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Dr Sarah Tonks says...

“Carboxytherapy is a kind of weird and wonderful therapeutic art that’s been around since the early 20th century but remains an effective natural treatment.”

What is it and how does it work?

Anchored in a procedure pioneered in France’s most prestigious spas as early as the 1930s, the ultra-versatile process of Carboxytherapy, also known as carbon dioxide therapy, involves dispensing medical-grade infusions of the gas (which occurs naturally in the body) into the skin via a slim tube. In response, the body floods oxygenated nutrient-rich blood to the treatment area, stimulating new collagen growth and assisting the removal of toxins. The result is a tighter, brighter, healthier-looking complexion with zero chemical infusions.

Which body parts is it designed for?

While it was originally used for people with diabetes who tend to suffer from poor circulation and therefore insufficient tissue oxygenation, its primary contemporary purpose is a more general rejuvenation.

The treatment is applicable almost anywhere, but it has particular value for the eyes (dark circles or thin, crepey skin), arms and legs (sagging skin, cellulite), the buttocks and stomach (it can add tautness and reduce fat).

Who is it primarily good for?

A wholly natural treatment using the body’s own natural processes of bio-stimulation, Carboxytherapy is ideal for anyone who would prefer to avoid surgery or synthetic infusions. Similarly natural treatments include PRP and Mesotherapy.

While it’s suitable for anyone, it’s especially ideal for people who have experienced fluctuations in their weight, dark circles under the eyes, suffer from cellulite or stretch marks and/or who have had children, or who are looking for smoother, more refined, and tightened skin.

How long will it last for and what’s the downtime?

The results of Carboxytherapy generally last for around three to six months before repeat visits are required. For best results, TLC’s expert medical team recommend 10 sessions at a frequency of two to three times per week.

Carboxytherapy requires extremely minimal downtime; the gas dispensed into the skin is absorbed within approximately 30 minutes, and there can be some residual swelling for a few hours afterwards.

Please note that all treatment responses and recovery times are dependent on the individual patient.

What other treatments does it work well with?

What else should I know?

Because it’s a natural therapy, for those seeking faster and/or more intensive results, TLC recommends also exploring INTRAcel, ULTRAcel Q+ and Injectable Moisturisers described above.

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FIRST USED IN FRANCE’S MOST PRESTIGIOUS SPAS IN THE 1930S, AS A WHOLLY NATURAL TREATMENT USING THE BODY’S OWN NATURAL PROCESSES OF BIO-STIMULATION, CARBOXYTHERAPY IS IDEAL FOR ANYONE WHO PREFERS TO AVOID SURGERY OR SYNTHETIC INFUSIONS.

FAQS

Here are a few final things that you might like to know before taking things forward. If you have any other questions we haven’t thought of yet, no problem! Please email us at hello@thelovelyclinic.co.uk and one of the team will get back to you as quickly as they possibly can.

Does it hurt?

You can expect a little discomfort in the area being treated for approximately 90 seconds once the gas has been introduced, and possibly an itching sensation on stretch marks as these become distended during the procedure. These are entirely normal sensations which subside quickly. CO₂ has a mild analgesic (pain-relieving) effect, so as more gas is introduced the process becomes more comfortable.

When does it start to work?

You’ll see a small yet satisfying improvement after each treatment, with the final effects visible after the full course has been completed.

What can go wrong?

Carboxytherapy, as a very natural process, is virtually risk free. Adverse effects are therefore rare, but can happen, such as more prolonged swelling than usual.

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  • For new patients making their first booking please note that your card will be charged £150 for the initial consultation fee to be processed.
  • For more information about our specific treatment charges please see our pricing guide or get in touch.
  • Following a consultation appointment, if you choose to undergo treatment within three months of the original consultation, the £150 consultation fee is redeemable against the cost of treatment and will be held on your patient account.

  • For our existing patients, your card details will be captured at the point of booking and are held on your patient file but no charges will be applied except in the event of a late-cancellation or no-show (see below).
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  • If you arrive more than 10 minutes late for your appointment, we reserve the right to cancel the appointment and charge the late-cancellation fee of £150 to avoid unfair impact on our other patients.

  • Certain services - such as Sculptra®, Lanluma® and Desirial® - will require payment in full prior to booking.

  • Packages, once commenced and the first service is taken, are strictly non-refundable. If a package is cancelled prior to commencement, the cancellation must be received within 48 hours of the first appointment, otherwise a cancellation fee of £150 will be incurred.

  • Botulinum toxin review appointments must be taken within four weeks of the original appointment. Any other timescale must be agreed with the clinic by prior arrangement.

  • Payment rendered is for the services performed only and no guarantee is given regarding any specific outcomes.

  • New patients are seen for consultation and assessment. In order to comply with General Medical Council guidelines, in exceptional circumstances, certain treatments may be carried out on the day of consultation at the agreement of the patient and clinician. More invasive treatments must be scheduled for an appointment at a later date. There is an option for an online consultation should you be travelling a long distance.

  • Treatment is granted at the discretion of the clinician. No guarantee is given that treatment will be provided for a service booked online as it may be unsuitable.

  • Your card details will be securely stored on our payment system for your convenience. This information can be removed at any time upon on request.

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