aparatologia
Cellulite, stretch marks and vascular dark circles
Cellulite, stretch marks and some dark circles share a circulatory component: microcirculation and tissue oxygenation affect how they look. We assess each area separately, because the origin of each change guides the treatment.
Treatments we offer
Carboxytherapy
Carboxytherapy consists of subcutaneous or intradermal injection of medical carbon dioxide (CO₂) into specific areas of the body or face. It is intended to stimulate local circulation and tissue oxygenation.
How it works
The body reads the CO₂ as a sign of oxygen shortage and increases blood flow in the area. That increase in circulation is used for skin quality, cellulite and localised fat.
Main indications
Body: cellulite, localised fat, stretch marks and laxity of the abdomen, arms and thighs.
Face: vascular dark circles, dull skin and the skin of the neck and décolletage.
The procedure
The injections are given with very fine needles. During the injection there is pressure or a slight burning sensation for a few seconds. The session lasts between 20 and 40 minutes and requires no anaesthesia; a small bruise may remain.
Indicative protocol
For cellulite or localised fat, 6 to 10 weekly sessions; for dark circles or facial skin, 4 to 6 sessions every two weeks. Changes are cumulative and are assessed over the course of the cycle. Like any medical procedure, it can carry risks and side effects, which the doctor explains before the informed consent is signed.