Damaged blood vessels under the skin that can appear red, blue, or purple. They are generally harmless, though many patients find them distracting. Laser treatment may reduce their appearance on the face and legs, and most patients describe the sessions as quick and comfortable. Results vary, and a consultation confirms whether it suits you.
Which of these is right for you is a decision for your physician, made at your consultation once they have assessed your skin — this page is a starting point, not a diagnosis.
Laser Skin Treatments
Laser treatment for a smoother complexion, brighter sun-damaged skin, benign pigmented lesions, and visible face and leg veins. Each protocol is tailored to your skin tone and the concern being treated.
A Laser Facial is suited to sun-damaged skin, red or ruddy complexions, light telangiectasia (spider veins), and uneven pigmentation — most often on the face but usable almost anywhere on the body. Each protocol is tailored to skin tone and needs.
Avoid sun exposure for one week before a Laser Facial treatment.
Suggested course
Laser Facial: 3–6 treatments usually required for lasting results. Benign pigmented lesions: more even colour is often visible in as few as 2 treatments, with a full course of 4 at 3–4 week intervals. Vascular treatments (spider veins): often clear in as few as 2 treatments, spaced 4–8 weeks apart.
They're generally harmless, though many patients find them distracting. Treatment is typically for cosmetic reasons, and your physician will assess your specific case.
Where on the body can spider veins be treated?
The face and legs are common treatment areas. Your physician will assess whether treatment is appropriate for the area you want treated.
What causes the discolouration in spider veins?
They're damaged blood vessels under the skin, which can appear red, blue, or purple.
Not sure which option fits?
Which of these is right for you is a decision for your physician, made at your consultation once they have assessed your skin — this page is a starting point, not a diagnosis.
