VEINS

Before undertaking your first *clinical skin treatment for your veins and vascular issues (*IPL Laser Photorejuvenation or LED Light Phototherapy) we will require you to undertake a Skin Consultation with our highly trained Skin Specialist who can identify the type of vascular anomalies you may be suffering from and recommend the best course of action. All consultations and treatments are conducted in our well equipped, safe, private, comfortable and stylish clinic where our Skin Specialists are able to answer any questions or concerns you may have.

During the consultation, a detailed assessment will be conducted, along with a patch test where required if you are undertaking IPL Laser Photorejuvenation or LED Light Phototherapy. A personal programme will be developed to suit your skin requirements. Following the consultation and a successful patch test (where necessary), you will be able to start your course of prescribed treatments.

Our trained Skin Specialists offer vascular (vein) treatments that will reduce blemishes such as red flushing (Rosacea), thread and spider veins and red spots found on the face and other areas with minimal downtime or risk. Our recommended treatment to effectively and instantly treat facial vascular blemishes, broken or collapsed capillaries, spider & thread veins, telangiectasia, red spots, reticular veins, capillary damage and cherry angiomas is with IPL Laser Phototherapy treatments in conjunction with LED Light Phototherapy for skin stimulation and healing.

Treatments for vascular issues must be tailored to the individual and take into account your skin ethnicity, the cause of the vascular issue and your desired outcome.

IPL Laser Skin Photorejuvenation technology emits multiple wavelengths of light into the skin, which are absorbed by the walls of the blood vessel heating the damaged vessel, and effectively shattering the capillary lesion. This causes them to collapse and disappear over time. IPL is most effective on small veins close to the surface of the skin.

The shattered blood vessel is then removed by the body’s natural processes, providing dramatic improvements in the appearance of unwanted vascular issues as well as age spots, sun spots, sun damage, freckles, rosacea and more. With the innovative IPL Skin Rejuvenation treatment, you can gently reverse the signs of vascular issues without surgery or needles.

IPL Laser Skin Photorejuvenation and LED Light Phototherapy treatments both stimulate the body’s natural healing process to assist in the removal of treated veins and blood vessels, whilst also promoting the natural production of collagen, which leaves skin smoother and more evenly toned, firms the skin and reduces skin pore size, and results in a more youthful looking skin. The same treatments can also be used effectively on the neck, chest and hands as well as arms and legs.

A spider vein, also known as telangiectasias or vascular lesion, is formed by abnormally large or numerous blood vessels resulting in a red appearance of the skin. Small vessels commonly referred to as ‘spider veins’ (telangiectasia), are the most common vascular lesions. Usually they measure only a few millimetres in diameter and they can develop anywhere on the body, but commonly on the face around the nose, cheeks, and chin, often in a “spider web” pattern.

Reticular veins are located slightly deeper in the skin, and appear as small, flat bluish veins, often appearing behind the knees. The thin veins associated with spider veins or reticular veins are sometimes known as “thread” veins.

Spider veins, much like varicose veins can surface at any time, and several factors contribute. The most common cause is genetics, usually a parent or grandparent. Oestrogen also promotes the growth of spider veins. This is why more women than men have spider veins. Lifestyle factors such as diet and exercise make a large difference, with a sedentary lifestyle and high fat diet being major causes. Sun exposure can cause spider veins in particular, and as people age, varicose vein problems are more likely due to weakening vein walls.

Estimates indicate that unsightly veins are a common problem for more than 60% of the adult population!

A treatment cycle of 4 – 6 treatments of IPL Laser Photorejuvenation combined with LED Light Phototherapy, spaced two to three weeks apart is usually required to reach your best possible outcome.

The benefits of IPL Photorejuvenation treatments are achieved with little discomfort and minimal risk. IPL Photorejuvenation can be tailored to your individual condition and skin type, providing superior cosmetic results and high satisfaction.

NOTE: For all IPL treatments – exposure to the sun for long periods (10+ mins constant), for a total of four (4) weeks before and four (4) weeks after any IPL treatment must be avoided.