Thread / Spider veins

Thread veins, also known as spider veins or broken capillaries can appear due to a number of factors. As with many skin concerns, genetics determines your skin type and your predisposition to developing broken capillaries. These can also become more apparent as we age, as the skin naturally thins and loses its elasticity the superficial vessels under the skin become more apparent. Lifestyle factors such as smoking, alcohol and sun exposure all have negative effects, contributing to damage of the skin and underlying vessels contributing the their appearance. Skin conditions that cause facial redness and flushing such as rosacea can also lead to their development due to the frequent dilation and constriction of the capillaries.

While some people will have a genetic predisposition to developing thread veins alongside the unstoppable ageing process there are a number of things that can be reduce their occurrence. Taking measures to prevent sun damage, adopting good lifestyle habits in regards to smoking, alcohol, diet and exercise, managing any conditions such as rosacea or hormonal imbalances and adopting a good skin care regime will all have positive benefits for the skin and reduce the likelihood of facial capillaries developing.

Treatments can be very effective for the reduction of spider veins, the treatment type will depend on the your skin type and the severity of the broken capillaries, including any underlying skin conditions such as rosacea.

1. Intense Pulse Light – As the applicator is taken over the skin the light energy is released and absorbed by the blood within the broken capillaries. This causes a rapid heating of the blood which destroys them and allows your body to gradually break them down. This treatment will also be beneficial for reducing facial redness and managing symptoms of rosacea.
2. Regenlite – vascular laser treatment – this may be reserved for larger, deeper vessels and vascular lesions. It works in a very similar way to IPL, by heating the blood, resulting in a heating and coagulation, allowing your body to effectively remove it. This is another great treatment option for managing facial redness and symptoms of rosacea.

Following your consultation your practitioner will advise the best treatment for optimal results. We will ensure you have a good understanding of how the treatment will benefit your skin, including benefits, any downtime expected, duration and costs.

There is always a possibility that they some thread veins may return or alternatively new ones may develop as part of the natural ageing process, however adopting good lifestyle habits, managing underlying conditions such as rosacea and good sun protection will all delay their progression. Occasional top up treatments can be taken if new capillaries do start to develop.

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