Needle-free carboxytherapy (Carboxy CO2) in Thessaloniki

What is it and how does it work?

Transdermal carboxytherapy relies on the Bohr effect: when the skin locally 'senses' more carbon dioxide, red blood cells release their oxygen to the tissues more readily and the small vessels dilate, so the area is better oxygenated and nourished ^[1]. At Essentia the CO2 is not injected: a gel with active ingredients and an activating mask react with each other on the skin and release CO2 as micro-bubbles, which are absorbed by the epidermis. The improved microcirculation gives immediate glow and, with repeat sessions, more even tone, less dullness and better elasticity ^{[1] [2]}. Injectable carboxytherapy has more data for stretch marks and cellulite ^[2]; for the transdermal form the data are fewer, which is why we use it mainly as a glow and oxygenation complement within our programmes, and not as the only solution for cellulite or stretch marks. We chose it because it is gentle, needle-free, needs no downtime, and pairs with Hydrafacial (Glow Therapy) and LPG (Cellulite Erase).

Treatment areas

• Face and neck: dullness, oiliness, pores, uneven pigmentation, dark circles
• Décolleté
• Hands: thin, dull skin
• Back: oiliness and acne marks
• Stretch marks: as a complement to Dermapen 4
• Abdomen, legs and thighs: cellulite, heaviness and swelling, within Cellulite Erase

Is it right for me?

Carboxytherapy suits dull, tired or dehydrated skin, anyone who wants a more even tone without needles and without downtime, and as a complement to cellulite and stretch-mark programmes. It is suitable for every skin type and every season. It does not replace microneedling for scars and stretch marks, or radiofrequency for laxity.

How does a session go?

1. Cleansing of the area
2. Application of the gel and, over it, the activating mask
3. The reaction starts within minutes: you feel a light tingling and warmth, which we monitor
4. After 20–30 minutes we remove the gel and mask
5. Moisturiser and sunscreen; you go straight back to your day

When we postpone

• Pregnancy
• Active inflammation, infection or cold sores in the area
• Open wounds or a recent burn
• Known sensitivity to any of the gel's ingredients
• Recent peel or laser on the same area

After the treatment

No downtime. The skin is pink for a few minutes up to an hour and then looks brighter. Make-up is fine the same day, once the redness has settled. Daily sunscreen. The programme works with consistency: one session a week for 4–6 weeks.

What to expect: before and after

Before and after: the glow and more even tone show from the first session, once the redness settles. Over the 4–6 weekly sessions texture, elasticity and the look of dark circles improve, and on the body circulation and the heaviness in the legs. The result is kept up with one session a month or every two months.

Are there side effects?

Reactions are mild and brief: redness, warmth and rarely slight itching in the area for a short while. On very sensitive skin a passing irritation from the gel may occur. If redness or itching lasts more than a day, call us.

What does the cost depend on?

The cost depends on the area and the programme (single session, a 4–6 session programme or within a combination). Add carboxytherapy to your plan and the personalised proposal, with prices, comes to you on WhatsApp.