How to Remove Blue Veins in the Face
If you have blue veins on your face, also known as spider veins, you do not have to simply rely on heavy make-ups and powders to cover them. Spider veins are dilated blood vessels. They can present as short, unconnected lines or form a "sunburst" pattern. The veins are typically about the size of a large hair and can be extremely unattractive on the face. With a little help from your doctor, you can actually remove the blue veins from your face and leave the cosmetics behind.
Instructions
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Visit a dermatologist. The first step in treating your veins is having a doctor evaluate them and determine the safest course of treatment. Your doctor will choose a treatment based on your skin type, the size of your veins, their placement and how many you have on your face.
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Understand your options. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, laser therapy, pulsed light therapy and electrodessication are the most common treatments for blue veins on your face. With both laser treatment and pulsed light therapy, the hemoglobin in your veins absorbs the light from laser or pulsed light, which destroys the vein. Electrodessication involves using an electrical current to destroy the vein.
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Consider prevention. Although doctors do not fully understand why some people develop blue veins, the dermatology academy recommends maintaining a healthy weight and using sunscreen to help prevent blue veins from coming back and new veins from developing. Hormone replacement therapy and birth control pills may also play a role. Your dermatologist can help you develop a plan to help prevent blue veins in the future.
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Tips & Warnings
Sclerotherapy, a common method for treating blue veins in the legs, is not used to treat veins on the face as the skin is too sensitive.
The side effects you experience will depend on the kind of treatment used, how extensive treatment was and your skin type. Discuss what to expect with your doctor before the procedure.
Treatment of blue veins is considered cosmetic by most insurance companies, so usually the procedures are not covered.
