Broken capillaries in various parts of the body are an aesthetic and health concern. Modern aesthetic medicine offers effective treatment for this cosmetic flaw, including laser vein closure. The so-called “spider veins,” which are red branching blood vessels, are difficult to conceal and may enlarge over time. These skin changes most often appear on the face (nose, cheeks) and legs.
Broken Capillaries – What Are They?
Broken capillaries are also known as telangiectasias. They have a distinctive appearance – thin, branched threads, which is why they are colloquially called spider veins. They are visible just beneath the skin and have blue and red hues.
Spider Veins on the Skin – Why Do They Appear? Causes:
- skin aging,
- hormonal changes (puberty, pregnancy, menopause),
- genetic predisposition (weak blood vessels),
- obesity,
- lack of physical activity,
- frequent use of tanning beds,
- excessive sun exposure,
- smoking cigarettes,
- excessive alcohol consumption.
Laser Vein Closure – Harmony XL Dye-VL
The Harmony XL Dye-VL laser is used for effectively reducing redness caused by dilated blood vessels. The laser beam during the procedure may produce a gentle warm feeling, but it is not uncomfortable for the patient. An additional advantage of the device is the cooling head, which ensures comfort and painlessness during the treatment. Our specialists add that the dye-VL laser operates with high precision, as the emitted light is directed only at the problem area without affecting healthy skin regions. During the procedure, the laser light is absorbed by blood pigment, hemoglobin, and then transformed into thermal energy, which damages the vessel walls and seals them from within.
A single session lasts from 20 minutes to an hour, depending on the treated area. During the procedure, the patient’s eyes are protected with safety goggles. The number of treatments needed is determined individually for each patient.
Advantages of Laser Spider Vein Removal:
- effective action – sealing off vessels to prevent further branching,
- safety,
- precise targeting,
- the laser delivers quick and strong pulses.
Results of Laser Vein Closure:
- reduction or complete removal of broken blood vessels,
- decreased redness,
- The Harmony XL Dye-VL laser is also used for skin rejuvenation (reduces expression wrinkles), evens skin tone, and reduces redness.
Post-Treatment Recommendations
For at least 4 weeks after treatment, avoid tanning, swimming pools, gyms, and saunas. Use deeply moisturizing creams instead.
Contraindications for the procedure:
- recent sun tanning,
- skin infections and inflammatory conditions,
- vitiligo,
- cancer,
- psoriasis,
- epilepsy,
- kidney failure,
- photosensitizing medications,
- light sensitivity,
- pregnancy and breastfeeding,
- diabetes.
The dream of beautiful skin without visible unsightly spider veins can be fulfilled with the Harmony XL Dye-VL laser. A series of treatments can achieve a satisfactory aesthetic result that also leads to patient satisfaction. We invite you to laser vein closure at the Beauty Skin Clinic.
