What does "carboxytherapy" mean?

A non-surgical cosmetic treatment that injects gaseous carbon dioxide below the skin, claimed to kill fat cells, stimulate blood flow, improve the skin's elasticity, and reduce the appearance of cellulite.

Carboxytherapy

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Noun

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A non-surgical cosmetic treatment that injects gaseous carbon dioxide below the skin, claimed to kill fat cells, stimulate blood flow, improve the skin's elasticity, and reduce the appearance of cellulite. uncountable

Etymology

From carboxy + therapy.

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carbon dioxide

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