Spider Veins
One or two small spider veins on the face may be a minor concern, but multiple, proliferative, and clearly visible spider veins are generally considered cosmetically displeasing and can affect confidence in one's appearance. Unwanted spider veins can appear not only on the face but also on the neck, chest, décolleté, body, and the backs of the hands.
What Are Spider Veins?
Spider veins are small proliferations in the growth of tiny blood vessels located within the skin. They often appear red or slightly bluish in colour depending on whether they contain oxygenated blood, which appears red, or deoxygenated venous blood, which appears blue. Their distinctive web-like or branching pattern is how they get their name, and while they are not typically a medical concern, their visibility can be a meaningful source of self-consciousness for those affected.
What Causes Spider Veins?
Spider veins can develop as a result of several factors, including genetics, hormonal changes, prolonged sun exposure, aging, and increased pressure on the blood vessels over time. They are more common in women than in men and tend to become more prevalent with age. Areas that are frequently exposed to the sun, such as the face, neck, and chest, are particularly susceptible to the development of visible spider veins over time.
Spider Vein Treatment at SpaMedica
FotoFacial: The FotoFacial uses intense pulsed light (IPL) technology to target and reduce the appearance of spider veins on the face, neck, chest, décolleté, and hands. The light energy is selectively absorbed by the blood vessels, causing them to collapse and be naturally reabsorbed by the body over the days and weeks following treatment. The procedure is comfortable, requires no downtime, and delivers progressive improvement in the clarity and evenness of the skin with each session.
Solutions
FotoFacial
High energy light will be pulsed gently on the skin to target any imperfections on the face, neck, chest, and hands.
