Spider veins can appear for a variety of reasons—most commonly due to genetics, but also from environmental or lifestyle factors such as pregnancy, long hours on your feet, hormonal changes, poor circulation, sun exposure, inactivity, or obesity. These thin, web-like veins occur when weakened valves in the veins cause blood to pool, creating visible red, blue, or purple lines just beneath the skin.
Procedure Time
15 - 45 minutes (depending on the area)Recovery Time
NonePain Level
MinimalResults
1 – 3 treatments, 4-6 weeks apartLasts
IndefinitelyAt Electra Laser, we offer safe, effective spider vein treatment in Vancouver using advanced laser and IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) technology. This non-invasive method targets the trapped blood within the vessel, allowing your body to naturally flush it away via the lymphatic system. Laser or IPL light is gently passed over the affected area, heating and breaking down the coagulated blood inside the spider veins so your body can reabsorb and flush it out over time.
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FAQs
What exactly are spider veins?
While spider veins aren’t life threatening, they can be unsightly and plain irritating to look at. Normally veins circulate blood across the body and return it back to the heart. Sometimes an accumulation of blood in the veins creates a backflow and spider veins develop, creating a spider web effect on the face or legs. Extreme exposure to the sun can especially irritate the condition in the face.
What is the reason behind people getting spider veins?
Spider veins can affect an adult in any stage of life and are caused by a variety of factors including gender, medical history and genetics. Fair-skinned people who are exposed to a lot of sun have a greater risk of developing facial spider veins.
How Long Does a Vein Treatment Session Take?
Spider vein removal only takes about 15-60 minutes. It is dependent on the number of veins in the treatment area. Your technician will discuss the timing during your complimentary consultation.
If I Have Spider Veins Removed, Are They Gone Forever?
Not necessarily. Since spider veins are genetic, they will continue to develop over time. People who get spider vein treatments usually get treatments every few years to maintain clear, smooth skin.
