What are thread veins?

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Thread veins are sometimes referred to as spider veins and are commonly found on the face and legs but they can appear anywhere on the body.

Facial thread veins are tiny blood vessels which run close to the surface of the skin.  They look like thin red or occasionally purple or blue lines. They appear when blood vessels become enlarged which cause the veins to appear broken.

 

How does laser treatment work?

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Laser treatment is a safe, effective way to banish thread veins. The light from the laser is directed at the veins causing them to heat up very quickly. This heat will cause the vein to break down and collapse in on itself which may present as some bruising on the skin’s surface.

 

The damaged vein gradually dissolves and is removed through the body’s natural immune system, leaving the skin smooth and clear.

Some clients see results after one treatment, but we generally recommend a course of three for maximum results. We always allow a minimum of four weeks between each treatment.

 

Is the treatment painful?

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 It shouldn't be. Although laser destroys tissue by heat you won't feel any burning or pain. Each pulse is less than a thousandth of a second and the laser only works on the unwanted vein leaving other skin untouched. The sensation of a laser is often described as feeling similar to a rubber band pinging against your skin.

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