Summary
This evidence-based skincare episode covers trends including the CO2 Lift carboxy mask. The hosts discuss how carboxy masks use carbon dioxide to create a hyperbaric-like effect on the skin, increasing blood vessel formation and moisture. They compare the carboxy mask to laser treatments like the Mona Lisa for vaginal rejuvenation and discuss the at-home treatment option at around $93 per session. The broader episode provides evidence-based advice on skincare routines, product expiration dates, and separating effective treatments from marketing hype.
Key Points
- The CO2 Lift carboxy mask uses carbon dioxide to create a hyperbaric-chamber-like effect on the skin
- The mask promotes blood vessel formation, which brings moisture and regeneration to treated areas
- At-home carboxy gel treatments cost around $93 per session
- The carboxy mask can be used vaginally with similar benefits to the Mona Lisa laser
- Carboxy masks can be used post-procedure to calm inflamed skin
- The hosts evaluate carboxy therapy alongside other skincare trends for evidence-based effectiveness
Key Moments
CO2 carboxy mask creates hyperbaric-like effect on skin
The hosts discuss how the CO2 Lift carboxy mask uses carbon dioxide to increase blood vessel formation and moisture, similar to a hyperbaric chamber effect.
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Carboxy mask for vaginal and post-procedure use
Discussion of using the carboxy mask for vaginal rejuvenation with benefits similar to the Mona Lisa laser, and for post-procedure skin calming.
"lift, carboxy mask, whatever. And it's an at-home treatment. It's not something that somebody does for you. What's the benefit of that? The benefits sound a lot like the benefits of the Mona Lisa laser. So it's a lifting, regenerating. The Mona Lisa brings more blood vessel, which brings moisture, which is exactly what the oxygen of this mask is supposed to do vaginally. Wow, that's brilliant."
