What Is Carboxy Therapy?

Carboxytherapy (CO₂ Therapy) is a minimally invasive treatment that involves introducing controlled amounts of medical-grade carbon dioxide beneath the skin.

The temporary increase in CO₂ is intended to stimulate a local physiological response, including changes in blood flow and tissue oxygen delivery.

Treatment protocols vary according to the area and aesthetic concern being addressed.

What Can Carboxy Therapy Be Used For?

Depending on individual suitability, carboxytherapy may be considered for:

• Selected under-eye concerns
• Tired-looking under-eye areas
• Skin rejuvenation
• Skin texture concerns
• Selected localized body concerns
• Stretch marks
• Selected scar concerns
• General skin-quality improvement

A consultation is recommended to determine whether carboxytherapy or another treatment is more appropriate.

Carboxy Therapy for Dark Circles

Carboxytherapy is sometimes considered for selected types of under-eye dark circles, particularly when vascular appearance or skin quality contributes to darkness.

However, dark circles can also result from pigmentation, tear trough hollows, thin skin, or shadowing. Patients with these concerns may benefit more from other treatments or a combination approach.

Carboxy Therapy for Under-Eye Rejuvenation

The under-eye area can appear tired because of thin skin, reduced elasticity, vascular visibility, or changes associated with aging.

Carboxytherapy may be incorporated into an individualized under-eye rejuvenation program after determining the primary cause of the concern.

Carboxy Therapy for Skin Rejuvenation

Carboxytherapy may be used as part of a broader skin-quality program.

Depending on treatment goals, it can be combined with other procedures aimed at improving the appearance of skin texture, hydration, elasticity, or overall complexion.

Carboxy Therapy for Stretch Marks

Stretch marks develop when the skin undergoes structural changes following rapid stretching.

Carboxytherapy may be considered as one component of a stretch-mark treatment program. Depending on the type and age of stretch marks, RF microneedling, fractional laser, or combination treatment may also be considered.

Carboxy Therapy for Body Treatments

Carboxytherapy may also be used for selected localized body concerns.

Treatment suitability depends on the area, tissue characteristics, and patient's goals. It should not be considered a substitute for significant weight loss.

Carboxy Therapy vs. RF Microneedling

Carboxytherapy and RF microneedling work differently.

Carboxytherapy uses controlled CO₂ administration, while RF microneedling delivers radiofrequency energy through microneedles to stimulate tissue remodeling.

RF microneedling may be more appropriate when the primary concern is acne scarring, enlarged pores, or more significant texture irregularities.

Carboxy Therapy vs. Laser Treatment

Laser treatments use specific wavelengths of light to target concerns such as pigmentation, redness, scars, or texture.

Carboxytherapy does not work through laser energy and may be selected for different indications.

For example, pigmentation-related dark circles may require a pigment-focused laser rather than carboxytherapy alone.

How Many Carboxy Therapy Sessions Are Needed?

Carboxytherapy is often performed as a series rather than as a single treatment.

The recommended number of sessions depends on:

• Treatment area
• Primary concern
• Skin condition
• Treatment intensity
• Combination procedures
• Individual response

An individualized treatment schedule can be determined after consultation.

Does Carboxy Therapy Have Downtime?

Downtime is generally limited, but temporary effects can occur.

Depending on the treatment area, patients may experience temporary swelling, redness, tenderness, pressure, bruising, or a sensation of fullness.

These effects typically improve as the administered gas is absorbed.

Is Carboxy Therapy Safe?

Carboxytherapy should be performed using appropriate medical protocols and after assessing whether the patient is a suitable candidate.

As with any procedure, risks and contraindications should be discussed before treatment.

Carboxy Therapy for International Patients in Seoul

Located in Cheongdam, Gangnam, Cheongdam JIA Skin Clinic provides personalized aesthetic and skin treatments for international residents and visitors in Seoul.

International patients can discuss their primary concerns, available recovery time, and whether carboxytherapy or another treatment is better suited to their goals.

Why Choose Cheongdam JIA Skin Clinic for Carboxy Therapy?

• Personalized consultation
• Customized CO₂ therapy planning
• Under-eye treatment options
• Skin rejuvenation programs
• Stretch-mark treatment options
• Selected body treatment programs
• Combination treatment planning
• Minimal-downtime options
• Convenient Cheongdam, Gangnam location
• International patient-friendly consultation

FAQ – Carboxy Therapy in Gangnam

What does Carboxy Therapy do?

Carboxytherapy introduces controlled medical carbon dioxide beneath the skin and may be incorporated into treatment programs for selected skin, under-eye, and body concerns.

Is Carboxy Therapy good for dark circles?

It may be considered for selected dark circles, but treatment depends on whether the darkness is caused by pigmentation, vascular visibility, thin skin, or hollowness.

Can Carboxy Therapy help under-eye bags?

Suitability depends on the cause of the under-eye concern. Significant fat protrusion or structural eye bags may require a different treatment approach.

Can Carboxy Therapy treat stretch marks?

It may be incorporated into selected stretch-mark treatment programs, sometimes alongside RF microneedling or fractional resurfacing.

Does Carboxy Therapy hurt?

Patients may experience temporary pressure, warmth, stinging, or discomfort during treatment. Individual experiences vary.

How many Carboxy Therapy sessions do I need?

Multiple sessions may be recommended depending on the treatment area, concern, and individual response.

Can foreigners get Carboxy Therapy in Gangnam?

Yes. International residents and visitors can consult Cheongdam JIA Skin Clinic about personalized carboxytherapy and combination aesthetic treatments in Seoul.