CO2 Cryotherapy
CO2 Cryotherapy is an advanced acne treatment that uses liquid carbon dioxide applied at extremely cold temperatures to freeze and destroy acne-causing bacteria, reduce inflammation, and promote healing. This targeted cryotherapy approach effectively treats active acne lesions, reduces sebum production, and prevents future breakouts while being gentle on surrounding healthy skin.
Duration
30-60 min
Downtime
Minimal
Results
Varies
Safe
Yes
Treatment Benefits
CO2 Cryotherapy provides comprehensive benefits for active acne treatment.
Active Acne
Effectively treats active acne lesions
Bacteria Reduction
Kills acne-causing bacteria
Inflammation Reduction
Reduces inflammation and redness
Sebum Control
Reduces excessive sebum production
Acne Prevention
Prevents future acne formation
Healing Promotion
Promotes faster healing of acne lesions
How CO2 Cryotherapy Works
Understanding the cryotherapy approach to acne treatment
1. Targeted Application
Liquid carbon dioxide is applied directly to active acne lesions using a specialized applicator. The CO2 is at an extremely cold temperature (-78.5°C), which creates a targeted freezing effect on the acne lesion while sparing surrounding healthy skin.
2. Bacterial Destruction
The extreme cold temperature kills Propionibacterium acnes (P. acnes) bacteria, which is the primary cause of acne. The freezing also causes controlled damage to the acne lesion, destroying the environment where bacteria thrive and reducing inflammation.
3. Sebum Reduction & Healing
The cryotherapy treatment also reduces excessive sebum production in the treated area and stimulates the body's natural healing response. The controlled tissue damage triggers the immune system to repair the area, promoting faster healing and reducing the risk of scarring.
4. Progressive Improvement
Over the following days and weeks, the treated acne lesions heal, inflammation reduces, and new breakouts are prevented. With regular treatments, the cumulative effect leads to significant improvement in acne control, clearer skin, and reduced frequency of breakouts.
Benefits of CO2 Cryotherapy
Aftercare Instructions
Follow these guidelines for optimal results
Frequently Asked Questions
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