Facial and Leg Spider Veins

Eliminate visible small vessels with the Fotona vascular laser, pain-free and with no downtime
Spider Veins

Condition Description

Spider veins are small dilations of blood vessels located just beneath the skin's surface, visible as fine red, blue, or purplish networks. They are also known as telangiectasias or spider veins.

They primarily appear on the face (nasal alae, cheeks, chin) and legs. They are linked to vascular fragility or poor venous circulation. On the legs, spider veins are sometimes associated with incompetent deep veins.

Although generally benign, spider veins can be unsightly and accompanied by a feeling of heaviness in the legs. Modern treatments can progressively and effectively reduce them.

At Clinique SkinIn, located in Brossard's Quartier Dix30, we use the most advanced laser technologies to treat facial and leg spider veins with precision and safety.

Causes

Spider veins result from several factors:
  • Genetic predisposition and hereditary fragility of vein walls

  • Chronic venous insufficiency and the presence of incompetent deep veins, especially in the legs

  • Prolonged standing or a sedentary lifestyle

  • Pregnancy and hormonal changes that weaken vascular walls

  • Excessive sun exposure or prolonged heat, especially for facial spider veins

  • Skin aging and natural loss of vascular elasticity with age

  • Lifestyle factors: tobacco, alcohol, diet rich in salt

How to prevent

To prevent or limit the appearance of spider veins:
  • Avoid prolonged static positions and stand up regularly

  • Practice regular walking and calf mobilization exercises to activate venous return

  • Wear light compression stockings during long journeys or prolonged standing

  • Avoid direct heat sources: very hot baths, saunas, intensive sun exposure

  • Elevate your legs 10 to 15 minutes a day

  • Protect your face from the sun with an SPF 30+ cream suitable for sensitive skin

  • Adopt a diet rich in antioxidants and vitamin C to strengthen capillary walls

Recommended treatments

Treatments aim to reabsorb visible vessels and improve local circulation:

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Fotona Dynamis Vascular Laser (Nd:YAG)

Selectively targets dilated blood vessels on the face and legs. The emitted heat causes coagulation and gradual reabsorption of the vessel without damaging the surrounding skin. It is the gold standard treatment for superficial spider veins, with no social downtime.

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IPL (Intense Pulsed Light)

An effective alternative for diffuse facial vascular networks, including persistent redness and rosacea.

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Microsclerotherapy

Injection of a sclerosing solution directly into the small vessels of the legs, causing them to close and gradually disappear.

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Combined treatments

Laser and microsclerotherapy depending on the area, density, and depth of the vessels, for optimal overall results.

If insufficient deep veins are suspected, a venous evaluation by Doppler ultrasound may be recommended before starting aesthetic treatments.

Recommended products for the condition

SPF 50 sunscreen for the face

Essential protection after vascular laser treatment

Circulatory gel or venous toning cream

Apply to the legs to strengthen vascular walls and reduce the feeling of heaviness

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Antioxidant Serums with Vitamin C

Strengthen skin capillaries and prevent vascular fragility

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Biologique Recherche Crème VIP O2

Oxygenating and protective, promotes microcirculation after treatment