Sclerotherapy
Sclerotherapy is a safe, effective treatment for reducing the appearance of spider veins — those small, thread-like red, blue, or purple veins that can form just beneath the surface of the skin. Also known as telangiectasias, spider veins are typically less than 2 mm in diameter and may be flat or slightly raised. While they’re smaller than varicose veins, they’re often darker and more visible, especially on the lower legs.
Spider veins can develop due to weak or damaged vein valves, hormonal changes, sun exposure, or injury. While they’re generally harmless, many people choose to have them treated for cosmetic reasons, especially when they affect confidence in wearing skirts, shorts, or swimwear.
Sclerotherapy works by injecting a specialized solution directly into the affected veins, causing them to seal shut. Over the following weeks, the treated veins fade from view, leaving the skin looking clearer and smoother.
HOW IT WORKS
Sclerotherapy is a minimally invasive treatment used to reduce the appearance of spider veins and small varicose veins on the legs. During the procedure, a specialized medical solution is carefully injected into the targeted veins, causing them to collapse and gradually fade from view as the body naturally absorbs them. This treatment improves both the cosmetic appearance of visible veins and associated symptoms such as aching, swelling, or heaviness in the legs.
RECOVERY & AFTERCARE
Most clients can resume normal activities the same day, but it’s important to walk regularly afterward to promote circulation and help prevent blood clots. You’ll be advised to wear compression stockings to maintain gentle pressure on the treated veins and aid healing.
To avoid hyperpigmentation in treated areas, stay out of the sun for at least two weeks following the procedure. Sun exposure on inflamed skin can increase the risk of dark spots, especially for those with medium to deep skin tones.
Temporary side effects may occur at the injection site, including:
Mild stinging or discomfort
Red, raised areas
Temporary brown lines or spots on the skin
These effects usually resolve within days to weeks, and the treated veins will gradually fade, revealing clearer, more even-toned skin.
