Thread Veins

Small veins that become visible towards the surface of the skin are often known as thread veins or spider veins. These small veins can often appear as red or purple thread-like strands, running through the skin on the various areas of the face or body. Thread veins can affect any person, at any age and can often link their development to stress or trauma to the skin, as well as exposure to the sun or from certain medical conditions.

Visible veins on the legs or face are the result of enlarged vessels that are closer to the skin than other veins in the body. The likelihood of developing thread veins on the legs can be increased if you often stand for long periods, or have experienced weight gain. Facial thread veins are often caused by long-term skin inflammation (such as with Rosacea) or as a result of exposure to the sun and/or alcohol consumption – these commonly develop on the nose, cheeks, and chin.

We make treating thread veins simple at Light Touch Clinic. IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) therapy is the clinic’s preferred method of laser thread vein removal, it is backed by fantastic results. Book your free consultation with one of our experts today to speak to us about how we can help with thread vein treatment.