Target Vascular & Thread Veins With Precision.
Small vascular and thread veins can become more noticeable over time, particularly across the legs. They may appear as fine red, purple or blue lines beneath the skin and, although they are often harmless, their appearance can become a source of frustration.
At Pure Perfection, we offer sclerotherapy to target suitable vascular and thread veins. Treatment involves carefully injecting a specialised solution into the affected vessel, causing it to close so that it can gradually be broken down and absorbed by the body. Every treatment begins with an assessment to determine the type of vein present and whether sclerotherapy is the appropriate approach.
Sclerotherapy is a minimally invasive injectable treatment for suitable vascular and thread veins. The number of veins treated and appointments required will depend on the extent of the area and how your vessels respond.
Mild
Long-lasting for successfully treated veins
Minimal
15 - 60 minutes
Not usually required
Develop gradually over several weeks
Thread veins, sometimes referred to as spider veins, are small blood vessels that become visible close to the surface of the skin. They may appear individually or form branching networks of red, purple or blue vessels. They are particularly common on the legs and can become more noticeable with age.
Sclerotherapy works from within the vessel itself. A sclerosant solution is carefully injected into a suitable vein, irritating its inner lining and causing the vessel to close. Blood is naturally redirected through healthier vessels, while the treated vein is gradually broken down and absorbed by the body.
Before treatment, we'll examine the veins you would like to address and assess their size, location and appearance. It is important to establish that the vessels are suitable for cosmetic sclerotherapy and whether any further vascular assessment may be required.
Using a very fine needle, small amounts of sclerosant solution are carefully injected into the selected veins. Multiple injections may be needed during one appointment depending on the number and distribution of vessels being treated.
Following treatment, the area may look temporarily red, raised or bruised. Compression may be recommended depending on the veins treated, and we'll provide clear aftercare instructions to support recovery and help you understand what to expect as the vessels gradually fade.
Sclerotherapy may be suitable for adults bothered by visible vascular or thread veins, particularly on the legs. The treatment is intended for appropriate superficial vessels rather than every type of visible or problematic vein, which is why assessment before treatment is essential.
The first step is identifying the vein, not simply trying to make it disappear.
Different vascular concerns require different approaches. We'll assess the vessels carefully before recommending treatment and will not perform cosmetic sclerotherapy where symptoms or the appearance of the veins suggest that further medical or vascular investigation would be more appropriate.
Treated veins do not disappear immediately. Following sclerotherapy, the vessel gradually closes and becomes less visible as the body naturally processes it. Smaller thread veins may respond relatively quickly, while larger vessels can take longer to fade.
More than one treatment may be required to achieve the desired improvement, particularly where there are multiple or more extensive veins. Successfully treated vessels can remain closed, although sclerotherapy cannot prevent new thread or vascular veins from developing elsewhere in the future.
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Visible vascular concerns can vary considerably in size, depth and location. Where appropriate, sclerotherapy may form part of a wider skin or vascular treatment plan rather than being used for every visible vessel.
Sclerotherapy is used to target suitable superficial vascular concerns. Your veins will be assessed before treatment to determine whether this is the most appropriate option.
Fine red, purple or blue thread veins can be injected individually, causing the vessel to close and gradually become less visible.
Selected superficial vascular veins can be assessed for sclerotherapy according to their size, depth, location and appearance.
Every treatment begins with understanding what you would like to improve and making sure sclerotherapy is appropriate for the vessels you are concerned about.
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Sclerotherapy can significantly reduce the appearance of suitable thread and vascular veins, but results vary between patients and vessels. Some veins may require more than one treatment.
The veins fade gradually rather than disappearing immediately. Improvement can become visible over the following weeks, although some vessels may take longer to resolve.
Once a treated vein has successfully closed, it can remain closed. However, sclerotherapy does not stop new thread or vascular veins from developing in the future.
Downtime is usually minimal, and walking is generally encouraged following treatment. Bruising, redness and temporary changes in the appearance of treated veins can occur while the area heals. Your practitioner will provide specific aftercare advice.
A very fine needle is used, so you may feel small pinpricks during treatment. Some patients also experience temporary stinging or discomfort when the solution is injected.
Temporary bruising, redness, swelling, tenderness, itching or changes in pigmentation can occur. Other complications are less common and will be discussed fully during your consultation so that you can make an informed decision about treatment.
