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Under Eye Thread / Spider Veins: Treatment Options

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Thread or Spider veins can be formed anywhere on the body, and unlike varicose veins, they are relatively smaller in size. Poor lifestyle (excessive alcohol, smoking, stress), prolonged exposure to the sun and Rosacea (a skin condition that affects the blood vessels) are all possible factors that can contribute to prominent thread and spider veins on the body.

Veins under eyes before after photo

Those with visible thread and spider veins may feel conscious of their appearance and may seem that their skin is prematurely ageing, particularly around the under eye area. Remember, the skin around the under eye area is thin and delicate, making it more susceptible to damage if handled without the correct care.

How to treat thread veins under the eye?

Cutera CoolGlide

If you’re looking for a treatment that is directly aimed at treating thread and spider veins under the eyes, then the Cutera CoolGlide may be the best option for you. The Cutera CoolGlide is a special laser which targets treating veins under the eye. The laser gently delivers pulses of light energy to the damaged spider/thread vein around the delicate eye area, which subsequently causes the blood within the vein to thicken. The blood vessel is destroyed, reabsorbed into the body and blood flow is redirected to the deeper veins in the face. Patients often describe the experience during the procedure as a mild stinging sensation. Treatment time is around 15-30 minutes and you can expect to get straight back to your daily routine after treatment.

The cutera coolglide treatment is also suitable for treating thread veins on the legs and facial thread veins.

Why Choose The Private Clinic of Harley Street for Under Eye Thread Vein Removal?

Here at The Private Clinic, we have carried out over 7,000 procedures in treating veins and are a UK centre of excellence for the minimally invasive treatment of veins. We provide the highest standard of clinical care and offer the latest technologies available in the industry.

To find out more about treatment for thread veins under the eye, please call 0333 920 2471 or use our under eye veins contact form to request a call back.

What causes facial thread veins?

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Thread veins are broken blood vessels on the face that occur beneath the skins surface. They are usually red in colour and can take on a web-shaped appearance which is why they are often referred to as spider veins.

What causes facial thread veins?

There are a number of reasons why you may have developed facial thread veins which includes:

  • Genetics
  • Pregnancy
  • Rosacea
  • Illness (excessive blowing of the nose, vomiting)
  • Trauma
  • Sun Damage
  • Environmental Irritants (Exposure to chemicals or pollutants)
  • Frequent alcohol consumption
  • Age
  • Lifestyle (stress, lack of sleep)
  • Temperature change

How do you get rid of thread veins on your face?

facial thread veins

There are a range of treatment options that can help to treat facial thread veins

Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) Photorejuvenation

What is it? IPL is a non-invasive skin treatment that can help to improve and reduce the appearance of facial thread veins with the use of advanced IPL technology. The treatment can be customised to suit all skin types and conditions.

How does it work? The heat of the intense pulsed light heats up the vein which causes it to collapse. The vein is then naturally absorbed by the body. This will then disappear from view on the surface of the skin if the treatment has been successful.

Is there any downtime? The skin may appear red and swollen for the initial 24 hours following treatment but otherwise no significant downtime. Patients are expected to avoid sun exposure for 3-4 weeks following treatment.

When will I see results? The best results are seen 3-5 months after a course of 5 IPL treatments which will be spaced 4 weeks apart.

Cutera CoolGlide

What is it? Cutera CoolGlide is a non-invasive laser treatment that is also known as ND YAG. It can be used to treat thread veins on the face, including veins under the eyes and also thread veins on the legs.

How does it work? The pulses of light energy cause the blood within the thread veins to coagulate which causes the vessel to close. Once the thread vein vessel is closed, it will be re-absorbed by the body and the blood is re-routed to veins located deeper under the skin.

Is there any downtime? The skin may be red in the hours following treatment and bruising can sometimes occur. You will need to avoid sun exposure for 3-4 weeks and use a high SPF sunscreen on the areas treated.

When will I see results? Many patients begin to see an improvement in the appearance of facial veins 2-6 weeks after treatment, but the final results can take 3-5 months to be seen. The amount of treatments required will vary between patients but in most cases, we recommend 3 treatments spaced 6-8 weeks apart.

thread veins on nose before after photo

How do you treat thread veins?

For thread veins that are not on the face, we also offer sclerotherapy treatment.

What is it? Sclerotherapy is an injectable treatment where a sclerosing agent is injected into the veins being targeted.

How does it work? The sclerosing agent helps to seal the blood vessels which results in the blood leaving the vein and the vein being naturally absorbed by the body. The blood is re-directed to veins located deeper under the skin.

Is there any downtime? The area treated following treatment may appear red and irritated and in some cases bruising may occur. Patients are required to wear compression stockings and the treated areas must be kept out of the sun for 6 weeks following treatment.

When will I see results? Patients often notice that small thread veins appear reduced after 3-6 weeks, but larger thread veins may take 3-4 months before results are seen. Multiple treatments may also be required in order to achieve the most effective result.

Can broken capillaries on the face go away?

In some cases, broken capillaries on the face may heal on their own but generally, if they have not cleared up within 3-6 months then they are likely to need further treatment. If you are visited your GP about broken capillaries on the face they may have prescribed or suggested a topical retinoid cream which can help to reduce the visibility of the veins but this is often only a short term fix and you will need to apply the cream everyday to maintain the results.

The best way to treat broken capillaries or spider veins on the face is to have them professionally treated with IPL treatment or NG YAG laser treatment.

There are also a variety of ways you can prevent broken capillaries from occurring on the face such as;

  • Wearing sun protection
  • Not over exfoliating
  • Only washing your face with lukewarm water
  • Get plenty of Vitamin C

The Private Clinic thread or spider vein treatments

Having performed over 7,000 vein treatments, The Private Clinic has an excellent track-record on removing thread or spider veins providing minimally invasive treatments utilising the latest technologies.

To find out more about facial thread vein treatment at The Private Clinic or to book a consultation, please contact us on 0333 920 2471 or use our facial thread vein online contact form.

Facial Thread vein removal treatment is available at our London Harley Street, Birmingham, Bristol, Leeds and Manchester

How to get rid of thread veins

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What are thread veins?

Thread veins are medically known as telangiectasia but many people also refer to them as spider veins. Thread veins are very small blood vessels located just beneath the skin that have become dilated and visible. Thread veins can be red, purple or blue in colour and appear as thin lines that may form a webbed pattern or branches. They most commonly appear on the face or legs but are not usually painful.

What causes thread veins?

There are a variety of different causes for thread veins which are usually categorised into 5 key causes. These are;

  1. Hormones – One of the most common causes for thread veins are pregnancy due to the hormonal changes. Other changes such as the menopause and puberty can also trigger thread veins to develop.
  2. Genetics – Unfortunately if thread veins are common in your family then it is most likely that you will be more susceptible to developing them too.
  3. Medical Conditions – There are medical conditions that can increase your likelihood of developing thread veins such as liver disease and rosacea.
  4. Trauma – Injury or trauma to the skin can cause thread veins to appear. For example, excessively blowing your nose can cause thread veins to develop around the nose.
  5. Age – As we age, we become more at risk for developing varicose veins. This can be a result of skin becoming thinner due to collagen breakdown and veins becoming more noticeable on the surface of the skin.

How can I treat thread veins?

There are several thread vein removal treatments available depending on the location of the thread vein.

Intense Pulsed Light Therapy

For thread veins on the face we tend to offer intense pulsed light (IPL) therapy which uses a light source to generate heat in the vein. This damages the walls of the blood vessel which then causes them to collapse and they will then disappear over time. IPL therapy is very effective on small thread veins that sit close to the surface of the skin as it is able to reach the veins without damaging the surface of the skin.

Cutera CoolGlide

Our Cutera CoolGlide treatment is used for thread veins on the legs but can also be used on the face especially under eye thread veins. The treatment directs intense light at the thread veins causing them to collapse. The vein will then be absorbed by the body over time.

Liquid Sclerotherapy

Sclerotherapy treatment is another option for patients with troublesome thread veins on the legs. In this treatment, a sclerosing agent is injected into the veins. This solution causes the walls of the vein to become sticky and blood becomes unable to pass through. With no blood passing through the vein, it gradually gets broken down by the body eventually and disappears from view.

When it comes to choosing which thread vein treatment to have, our expert nurses and practitioners will help to advise you on the most suitable treatment taking into consideration their location and severity.

 

Thread Veins vs Varicose Veins

Thread veins and varicose veins can often be confused. Whereas thread veins are usually a lot smaller and flat to the skin, varicose veins are a lot more prominent and have a twisted and lumpy appearance.

In some cases, thread veins on the legs may actually be caused by underlying varicose veins – or some people who think they have thread veins may actually have varicose veins. Our team of vascular surgeons at The Private Clinic are very experienced in treating varicose veins and we have a range of treatments including EVLA (Endovenous Laser Ablation) or Endovenous laser treatment, Sclerotherapy (Foam & Liquid), VenaSeal and Phlebectomy to help treat them.

If you are unsure about your veins, we advise booking a consultation with one of our expert vascular surgeons who will be able to help offer advice on the best treatment. Download our varicose vein treatment brochure

The Private Clinic works with highly qualified vascular surgeons across the UK:

Why Choose The Private Clinic of Harley Street for Thread Vein Removal?

Here at The Private Clinic, we have carried out over 7,000 procedures in treating veins and are a UK centre of excellence for the minimally invasive treatment of veins. We provide the highest standard of clinical care and offer the latest technologies available in the industry.

To book a consultation to find out more about thread vein treatments at The Private Clinic, call us on 0333 920 2471 or use our thread vein online contact form.

Consultations for thread veins are available in London Harley Street, Birmingham, Bristol, Buckinghamshire, Leeds, Manchester and Northampton.

The ultimate guide to Thread or Spider Veins, all you need to know.

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Many people suffer from thread or spider veins, a smaller type of vein similar to varicose veins. Thread veins tend to appear around the legs; however, they can also develop around the face and under the eyes.

In this blog post, we will be going through everything about thread veins so you know what to expect about the treatments available and the different types of thread veins.

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What are thread veins?

Thread veins, also known as spider veins are red or blue small veins located in the surface of the skin, unlike varicose veins which tend to be bigger and are blue or purple. Thread veins usually appear around the legs on calves, thighs, and ankles and can also be present on the face, as facial veins or under eye thread veins. Many people tend to seek thread vein treatment for aesthetic reasons; however, having thread veins on the legs can mean a higher risk of underlying vein issues.

what causes spider veins on legs

What are the causes of thread veins?

Thread or spider veins are veins whose valves have been damaged and no longer are able to return the blood to the lungs and heart. When the valves of the veins get damaged they can get enlarged and result in blood pooling, which can lead to the release of blood around the affected vein and cause staining. The main issue with thread veins is that the damaged veins can cause the veins around them to breakdown, further aggravating the issue.

When it comes to facial thread veins, these can be a result of a skin condition that affects the blood vessels known as Rosacea. Other reasons why thread veins may appear around the face could be due to excessive sun exposure and frequent sneezing or coughing.

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Before and after thread veins.

Can my lifestyle be a cause of thread or spider veins?

Some lifestyle can certainly contribute to the appearance of thread or spider veins. For instance, people whose occupation requires standing or sitting for long periods of time tend to have a higher risk to suffer from thread veins. This is due to the lack of correct blood pump across the body when sitting.

Other conditions, such as genetics play a huge role when it comes to developing thread or spider veins, as this condition can be inherited if a member of your family suffers from them. Pregnancy or a high BMI can further be other contributors to the appearance of thread veins due to the increased blood volume and vein pressure.

What treatments are there available to treat thread veins?

There are several treatments available to treat thread or spider vein depending in your condition. Your surgeon will be able to advise which one would be the most suitable.

  • Sclerotherapy or Micro-Sclerotherapy – Consists of injection of liquid sclerotherapy, a chemical irritant that causes the wall of the affected vein to collapse, so the blood can then be re-diverted causing the vein to disappear. This treatment is minimally invasive and there is very little downtime associated with it. Sclerotherapy is only suitable for thread veins on the legs.
  • Cutera CoolGlide – This is a laser treatment which uses intense light to coagulate the blood within the affected veins to then divert it to other veins located deeper below the skin surface.  This treatment is able to remove the thread veins so they can be slowly absorbed by the body. The Cutera CoolGlide can be used all over the body including under eye veins.
  • IPL or Intense Pulsed Light Therapy/Photorejuvenation is another alternative to treat thread veins on the skin which are formed due to skin conditions as Rosacea. The IPL treatment uses light diffusion to heat up the skin to remove and reduce the appearance of these types of veins. IPL is most effective on facial thread veins.

Why The Private Clinic for Spider Veins treatment

Varicose Vein treatment at The Private Clinic

We are also able to treat Varicose Veins at our varicose veins clinics across the UK.

See our varicose vein treatment before and after photos, read our extensive varicose vein FAQs, view our varicose vein patient stories and find out more in our varicose veins blogs or download our varicose veins brochure.

The Private Clinic works with highly qualified vascular surgeons across the UK including:

To find out more about vein treatments or to book a consultation, call us on 0333 920 2471 or use our vein treatment online contact form.

Thread or Spider Veins Treatment Near me

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Thread veins are much smaller veins in comparison to varicose veins. They are commonly referred to as spider veins as they often branch off others causing them to have a spider or web-like appearance. Thread veins usually develop in the legs but they can also appear on the face such as thread veins on the cheek, under eye or nose area.

Usually, thread veins are nothing more than a cosmetic concern that doesn’t require medical treatment however in some cases, thread veins can be a signal of an underlying venous disease.

Treatment for thread or spider veins is different from treating varicose veins and depending on their severity any of the following treatments could be suitable for you;

Sclerotherapy

Sclerotherapy is an effective thread vein treatment that can help to reduce the visibility of thread veins found on the legs. The treatment involves using a sclerosing agent which is injected into the affected veins and causes the vein walls to become sticky and blood is no longer able to pass through. Once the blood stops passing through, the capillaries will then collapse and be absorbed naturally by the body.

Treatment time: 5-30 minutes depending on the amount being treated
Course of treatment: 3-5 treatments
Downtime: You will be required to wear compression stockings and keep out of the sun for 6 weeks post-treatment.
Results: 3-6 weeks for small veins. Larger thread veins may not see results until 3-4 months.

 

Cutera CoolGlide

The Cutera CoolGlide is a laser treatment aimed at reducing the appearance of thread veins from all over the body including the face. The laser directs intense light at the spider veins which causes the blood within them to coagulate and divert back into veins that are located deeper beneath the surface of the skin. Once no blood is passing through the vein, it is then gradually absorbed by the body.

Treatment time: 15-30 minutes depending on the amount being treated
The course of treatment: 3 Treatments
Downtime: May have redness, swelling or bruising which will subside after 1-2 weeks.
Results: 2- 6 weeks of treatment but best seen after 2 months.

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Intense Pulsed Light

Intense Pulse Light (IPL) is a non-invasive skin treatment that uses IPL technology to help improve and reduce the appearance of facial thread veins. The advanced technology allows us to customise treatments for different skin tones and conditions. The IPL hand piece will then be gently placed onto the skin where it will emit intense pulsed light. This light works to heat up the vein causing the vein to then collapse and be naturally absorbed by the body. IPL devices can produce different types of pulsed light making it an ideal treatment for different variations of facial veins. IPL only affects the lower layers of the skin allowing it to reach the spider veins without causing damage to the surface of the skin.

Treatment time: 15-30 minutes depending on the amount being treated
A course of treatment: 5 treatments spaced 4 weeks apart
Downtime: May have redness, swelling or bruising which will subside after 1-2 weeks.
Results: Initial improvement after 1 week, best results are seen 3-5 months after the final treatment

Thread Vein Before and after treatment results




Thread vein treatments near me

London Harley Street Veins clinic

Our veins clinic in London Harley Street is a great place to visit if you have any concerns about thread veins. We have a team of specialist vascular surgeons and experienced practitioners who are here to help. Mr Constantinos Kyriakides and Mr Dynesh Rittoo are consultant vascular surgery with years of experience in treating thread and spider veins.

We also have experienced laser therapists at our Harley Street clinic who will be able to offer their advice and help treat any facial thread veins with laser treatment.

Our London veins clinic is located on Harley Street which is close to Regents Park tube station and easily reached from Bayswater, Hyde Park, Green Park, Soho, Notting Hill, Kings Road, Kensington, South Kensington, Chelsea, Fulham, Battersea, Regents Park, St Johns Wood, Primrose Hill, Victoria, West End, Marylebone, Knightsbridge, Belgravia, Mayfair, Holland Park, Earls court and Fitzrovia.

We also have a skin specialists who are highly experienced in treating thread and spider veins with laser treatment and are available for free skin consultations and laser patch tests.

Varicose and thread vein clinic Birmingham

Located in England’s West Midland region is our Birmingham clinic which is in an ideal location for those travelling surrounding areas including; Lichfield, Sutton Coldfield, Solihull, Shrewsbury, Kidderminster, Hampton in Arden, Leamington Spa, Stratford, Edgbaston and Harborne.

Professor Rajiv Vohra and Mr Rajiv Pathak are our resident Consultant Vascular Surgeons at our clinic in Birmingham. They are both highly experienced in all areas of vascular surgery and help to offer their advice on how best to treat any thread or spider veins.

We also have a skin specialist, Emma Andrews who is highly experienced in treating thread and spider veins with laser treatment and is available for free skin consultations and laser patch tests.

Varicose and thread vein clinic Manchester

Consultant vascular surgeons, Mr Rajiv Pathak and Mr Ferdinand Serracino-Inglott are specialised in all aspects of venous care offering sclerotherapy treatment for patients who are suffering from troublesome thread veins on their legs.

Our Manchester clinic is located in the northwest of England so it easily commutable from surrounding areas including; Hale/Hale Barns, Bowdon, Alderley Edge, Wilmslow, Macclesfield, Leigh, Prestbury, Nantwich, Tarporley, Knutsford, Worsley, Altrincham, Cheadle and Deansgate.

We also have a skin specialists who are highly experienced in treating thread and spider veins with laser treatment and are available for free skin consultations and laser patch tests.

Varicose and thread vein clinic Bristol

Our Bristol clinic is ideally located for those travelling from Bedminster, Cotham, Kingsdown,  Leigh Woods, Totterdown, Redcliffe, Redland, St Pauls Bristol, St Phillips Bristol, Westbury on Trym, Portishead, Henleaze, Winterbourne, Frampton Cotterell, Almondsbury, Bath, Clevedon, Downend, Frenchay and Hambrook.

Mr Charles Ranaboldo and Mr Rajiv Pathak are highly experienced to manage a full range of vascular diseases with extensive experience in minimally invasive techniques. He will be able to offer their expert advice on treating thread veins.

We also have a skin specialists who are highly experienced in treating thread and spider veins with laser treatment and are available for free skin consultations and laser patch tests.

Varicose and thread vein clinic Leeds

Mr Tahir Hussain  (MS FRCS  GMC: 3242669) is our consultant vascular surgeon at our Leeds clinic. He is available to offer patients the best advice on how to treat their thread veins. The Leeds clinic is located close to Leeds city centre in the northern English county of Yorkshire. It is easy to get to from Farsley, Leeds city centre, Methley, Oulton, Stanningley, Yeadon, Roundhay, Chapel Allerton, Scarcroft, Headingly, Wetherby, Pudsey, Calderdale, Kirklees, Otley, Harrogate, York, South Yorkshire, Sheffield and Doncaster.

We also have a skin specialists who are highly experienced in treating thread and spider veins with laser treatment and are available for free skin consultations and laser patch tests.

Varicose and thread vein clinic Northampton

Mr Rajiv Pathak  (MBBS, MS, FRCS, FRCS (Gen)  GMC: 4585309) is considered one of the most experienced vascular surgeons in the Midlands, he works across a number of our clinics but also forms part of the Northampton clinic. Mel Recchia also forms part of the thread vein expert team at Northampton and comes highly experienced in sclerotherapy treatment for small thread or spider veins located on the legs.

Our East Midlands clinic in Northampton is in a great location for those travelling from surrounding areas such as Yardley Hastings, Collingtree Park,  Boughton, East Hunsbury, Great Barrington , West Hunsbury, Great Houghton, Grange Park, Little Houghton, Abington, Maidwell, Golf Lane, Harrington, Sandy Lane, Chapel Brampton, Wootton, Kelmarsh,, Abington Vale, Grendon , Weston, Kislingbury, Althorpe, Quinton, Ashton, Harlestone, Upper Harlestone, Guilsborough, Roade, Stanwick, Wellingborough, Raunds and areas from the East Midlands, Leicester, Peterborough, Northants, Cambridge, Norwich and Norfolk.

Varicose and thread vein clinic Bexhill

Dr Mo Faris  (MBBS, GMC: 6030229) excels in the treatment of any type of veins from thread veins to varicose veins and prides himself on promoting patient safety and delivering the best possible result.

Our East Sussex veins clinic in Bexhill is ideally located for patients living in and around Brighton, Kent, Eastbourne, Royal Tunbridge Wells, Crawley and Hastings.

Thread vein clinic Buckinghamshire

Mel Recchia and Ruth Atkins offer sclerotherapy treatment at our Buckinghamshire clinic for patients who are experiencing thread or spider veins on their legs. Mel and Ruth work with their patients to ensure that they achieve the best results and leave happy and satisfied following their thread or spider vein treatments.

Our South Buckinghamshire clinic is located in the village of Stokenchurch close to the M25 and is easily commutable from High Wycombe, Thame, Chinnor, Princes Risborough, Watlington, Oxford, Headington, Cowley, Hazelmere, Amersham, Marlow, Henley-on-Thames, Wallingford, Wendover, Aylesbury, Chesham, Great Missenden, Watlington, Beaconsfield and Haddenham.

Varicose and thread vein clinic Bournemouth Veins

Our veins clinic in Bournemouth is not far from Winchester, Salisbury, Dorset, Hampshire, Plymouth, Poole, Southampton, Isle of Wight and Portsmouth.

Mr Dynesh Rittoo (MBChB, FRCS (Eng), FRCS (Gen Surg)  GMC: 3556456) is an established and beloved local consultant vascular surgeon who has previously run a successful clinic in the Bournemouth area for many years. Mr Rittoo is renowned for his extensive knowledge in the field, with no vein to big or small to warrant his expert opinion.

Why choose The Private Clinic for Thread vein treatment?

  • We are able to offer some of the least invasive method for varicose veins and thread veins for your legs, body and face.
  • No lengthy downtime or recovery required.
  • Our Consultant vascular surgeons have treated thousands of patients.
  • We have carried out over 7,000 procedures in treating Veins.
  • We are able to offer finance solutions with manageable payments to suit a variety of budgets.
  • View our extensive thread vein FAQs
  • View thread vein before and after photo results
  • View our thread veins blogs for more information

To find out more about the thread and spider vein treatments at The Private Clinic or to book a consultation, call us on 0333 920 2471 or use our thread vein online contact form.

How can you treat thread or spider veins

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What are thread or spider veins?

Thread veins also known as spider veins are a smaller a type of varicose veins, usually appearing on ankles, thighs and sometimes on the face (nose, cheeks or chin). Thread veins can become an issue to many people as they can often be perceived as anti-aesthetic. Nonetheless, there is more than the mere cosmetic aspect around these types of veins as often their appearance could be a sign of latent vein problems.

What can cause the appearance of thread veins?

Thread or spider veins are essentially the results of damaged veins which are no longer able to properly distribute the necessary blood flow to the lungs and heart. The results of the valves present in these veins getting damaged or enlarged are the cause of blood staining, being the thread veins we see the physical representation of the internal issue.

Some of the most common reasons why thread or spider veins appear are:

  • There is a high factor of suffering from thread veins if there is someone in your family line who has suffered from these in the past.
  • Standing for long periods of time can influence the developing of these types of veins.
  • Hormonal changes can also be an issue that could lead to thread veins.
  • Damaged collagen is a factor that influences the appearance of thread veins so individuals who usually are under intense sun exposure might become more prone to suffering from these types of veins.
  • In the case of facial thread veins, the cause of their appearance could be associated with other skin conditions such as Rosacea.
Before and after image of thread or spider veins.

 What are the treatments available to remove thread veins?

There are different treatments available to treat thread veins depending on their location. Your therapist would recommend the most adequate treatment for your specific case.

Thread or spider vein removal treatment.

There are three types of thread vein treatments possible:

  • Sclerotherapy: Sclerotherapy is an ideal treatment to treat thread veins on legs. The treatment consists of injecting a sclerosing force into the veins of the affected area. The substance injected blocks the vein blood flow by making the walls of the vein sticky. This technique enables the capillaries to collapse by cutting the blood supply, so then the body can absorb them and further allow the visible removal of veins on the skin.
  • Cutera CoolGlide: The CoolGlide is a laser procedure that re-diverts the blood of the problematic veins to veins based in areas deep below the skin surface via an intense light. This procedure effectively allows the visible veins to be absorbed by the body removing any visible marks. This treatment can be used to treat facial thread veins as well as all over the body.
  • IPL: Intense Pulsed Light treatment is a laser-style procedure that uses intense pulsed light to heat up the vein causing the vein to then collapse and be naturally absorbed by the body.IPL devices can produce different types of pulsed light making it an ideal treatment for different variations of facial veins. IPL only affects the lower layers of the skin allowing it to reach the spider veins without causing damage to the surface of the skin.

All of these treatments allow you to go back to your normal day to day life right away!

” All I can say is what a treatment! I literally walked in with thread veins on my legs, felt a bit of a sting during treatment, walked out slightly red, and woke up the next day with no veins…”

If you have further questions about thread or spider veins please visit our FAQ page.

Varicose Veins

Varicose veins are usually diagnosed by their enlarged, swollen, lumpy, bumpy or twisted appearance. At The Private Clinic, we are able to offer non-surgical varicose vein removal treatments to 99% of patients. Treatments that we offer include EVLA (Endovenous Laser Ablation) and Venaseal which are both minimally invasive and performed under local anaesthetic. Our surgeons have performed amongst the highest number of EVLA treatments in the UK, and have helped develop the procedure into the safe and highly recommended method it is today. See more about Varicose vein treatments here.

The Private Clinic thread or spider vein treatments

Having performed over 7,000 treatments, The Private Clinic has an excellent track-record on removing thread or spider veins providing minimally invasive treatments utilising the latest technologies.

Our world-renowned vascular surgeons are:

The treatments for thread veins are available at their clinics in London Harley Street, Bristol, Birmingham, Buckinghamshire, Manchester, Northampton and Leeds.

For more information or to book a consultation with our experts at any of our clinics please call us on 0333 920 2471 or use our online thread vein contact form.