Facial veins
Laser light closes broken capillaries and calms redness on the nose, cheeks, chin, neck and chest, with no needles.
- Often clear in 1 or 2 sessions
- A day or two of mild redness
- Also treats cherry angiomas
Facial vein laser & sclerotherapy
Vein Treatments
Broken capillaries on the face and spider veins on the legs are common and very treatable. We clear facial veins with the Excel V laser and treat leg veins with sclerotherapy and the Excel V, with minimal downtime.
- Treatment time
- 15 to 30 minutes
- Sessions
- Often 1 to 3
- Downtime
- Minimal
What it treats
What we treat
- Broken capillaries
- Facial redness
- Rosacea flushing
- Spider veins on the legs
- Small blue leg veins
- Cherry angiomas
Face, neck, chest and legs.
Step by step
What to expect
- 1
Assess
We look at the size, color and location of your veins and recommend laser, sclerotherapy or both.
- 2
Treat
Laser pulses with a chilled tip for the face, or a series of tiny injections for the legs. Most sessions take 15 to 30 minutes.
- 3
Vessels close
Treated veins collapse and seal. Small facial veins often fade right away.
- 4
Veins fade
Your body absorbs treated veins over the following weeks. Leg veins take longer to fade than facial veins.
Is it right for me?
Who is a good candidate
Vein treatment is a great fit for broken capillaries and redness on the face and for spider veins and small blue veins on the legs. Cherry angiomas and other small red spots clear easily with laser.
Large, bulging varicose veins may need a vein specialist first. Sclerotherapy is not done during pregnancy or breastfeeding, or with a history of blood clots. Let us know about any blood thinners, and avoid tanning before laser treatment.
Redness that keeps coming back?
Keep your skin calm with Laser Genesis
After your facial veins are cleared, gentle Laser Genesis treatments help keep diffuse redness and flushing under control. Learn about Laser Genesis →
Questions
Vein Treatments FAQ
Do you use laser or sclerotherapy?
Both. Facial veins respond best to the Excel V laser. For leg veins we use sclerotherapy, the Excel V laser, or a combination, depending on the size and color of the veins. We recommend the right approach at your consultation.
Does sclerotherapy hurt?
The needle is very fine. Most people feel a small pinch and brief stinging with each injection.
What happens after sclerotherapy?
You can walk out and go about your day. We recommend compression stockings for a short time and avoiding heavy exercise and hot baths for a few days. Treated veins may look bruised for a few weeks as they fade.
Does facial vein laser hurt?
Most people feel a quick snap of heat. A chilled tip cools the skin during each pulse.
How many treatments will I need?
Facial veins often clear in 1 or 2 laser sessions. Leg veins usually take 2 to 3 sessions, spaced several weeks apart.
Will the veins come back?
Treated veins are gone, but new ones can form over time with genetics, hormones, sun or standing for long periods. Many people come in for an occasional touch-up.
How much does it cost?
Cost depends on the area and number of sessions. We will give you a quote at your consultation.
Ready to clear your veins?
Book a consultation at our Redlands office and we’ll recommend the right treatment for your face or legs.
Individual results vary. Treatment recommendations are made after an in-person consultation.