Carboxytherapy is an aesthetic medicine technique that involves injecting a sterile medical gas, CO₂, under the skin. This gas has been used in medicine for a century, which guarantees its safety and the absence of side effects. The local increase in CO₂ concentration boosts blood flow, oxygenation, and tissue nourishment at the injection site.
This procedure improves skin hydration and stimulates collagen and elastic fiber synthesis by skin cells. It has the advantage of being quick, suitable in any season, and compatible with all skin types. Indications include :
This technique is contraindicated in pregnant or breastfeeding women and in patients on anticoagulants.
The injection is performed on disinfected skin after taking photos.
For body treatments, Dr. Romano recommends applying a numbing cream one hour before the session.
A very fine needle is used. The injection depth, number of injections, and angle of the needle depend on the indication.
The protocol includes around ten sessions, spaced one week apart. The result is maintained with two to three sessions every two months.
This technique improves skin suppleness, elasticity, and texture.
The results are mild and vary from one patient to another.
The only exception is cellulite, which is significantly improved by carboxytherapy. However, multiple sessions are necessary : fifteen sessions one week apart as initial treatment, then one maintenance session every two weeks — for life !
Dr. Romano recommends this technique more as a preventive treatment, particularly on areas of the body where signs of aging appear fastest : eyelids, knees, elbows, facial contour, buttocks.
One session every month and a half is then performed.
Le tarif d’une séance de carboxythérapie à Genève est de 200 CHF par zone et par séance.
Une “zone” correspond à une région anatomique précise. Par exemple, les cuisses ne sont pas considérées comme une zone unique. On distingue la face interne, la face externe, l’avant ou l’arrière des cuisses — chacune étant comptée comme une zone distincte.
Le nombre de séances nécessaires varie en fonction de l’indication et de la réponse cutanée. En général, une cure comprend plusieurs séances rapprochées, souvent hebdomadaires au départ, puis plus espacées.
Yes, carboxytherapy is effective in improving microcirculation, stimulating collagen production, and reducing signs of aging, stretch marks, cellulite, and dark circles. It provides gradual and natural-looking results.
La carboxythérapie du visage consiste à injecter du dioxyde de carbone (CO₂) sous la peau pour stimuler la circulation sanguine, améliorer l’oxygénation des tissus et favoriser la production de collagène, ce qui raffermit la peau et réduit les rides.
Carboxytherapy is well regarded for reducing puffiness and dark circles under the eyes. It improves blood circulation and promotes drainage, helping to reduce swelling and discoloration. Results appear gradually over several sessions.
Le traitement est généralement bien toléré, mais une légère sensation de picotement ou de pression peut être ressentie pendant l’injection. Cette gêne disparaît rapidement après la séance.
Yes, you can return to your normal activities right after the session. Mild redness or swelling may occur but typically disappears within a few hours.
