FACIAL THREAD VEIN TREATMENTS

What Are Facial Thread Veins?

Facial thread veins, also known as telangiectasia, spider veins or broken capillaries, are small, visible blood vessels that appear just beneath the surface of the skin.

They most commonly affect the:

• Nose

• Cheeks

• Chin

These fine red or purple lines can develop as a result of:

• Sun exposure

• Ageing and thinning skin

• Genetics

• Rosacea or skin inflammation

• Hormonal changes or steroid use

Although harmless, facial thread veins can affect confidence, especially when widespread or visible in high-exposure areas.

At Dr. Jenny Clinic, we offer precise, effective removal of facial thread veins using electrosurgery (thermocoagulation) and Lumecca Peak IPL.

The best treatment for you will depend on the type, distribution and density of the veins.

Electrosurgery (Thermocoagulation)

• A very fine probe delivers a tiny electrical current directly into the vessel

• This causes the thread vein to seal and collapse, with minimal damage to surrounding skin

• Ideal for isolated or visible branches of thread veins, particularly those around the nose and cheeks

This treatment is quick, highly targeted and well tolerated.

Lumecca IPL (Intense Pulsed Light)

For fine, widespread or more diffuse redness, Lumecca Peak IPL may be more suitable.

• This advanced light-based treatment targets superficial blood vessels and pigmentation

• It works by heating and collapsing vessels across larger areas in one session

• Especially effective for patients with rosacea, sun damage or generalised facial flushing

We will recommend which of the treatment options are best suited to your particular clinical presentation or advise on whether a combination of the two is required.

The number of sessions varies depending on the extent and severity of the thread veins.

These may require 1-3 sessions to fully clear and due to the vascular nature of this condition, we do advise that vascularity can sometimes re-occur.

Maintenance treatments may be required every 1-2 years to stop the progression of any recurrent veins.

Aftercare is an important part of achieving the best results:

• The treated area may be slightly red or warm for a few hours

• A small scab or pinpoint crust may form along the length of the treated vessel after electrosurgery and fall off naturally

• Avoid excessive heat (hot showers, saunas), strenuous exercise, alcohol or active skincare for 3-5 days

• Use daily SPF 50 to protect the skin and reduce risk of recurrence

• Avoid harsh skin care ingredients, exfoliation or facials in the treated area until fully healed

You will receive tailored scar advice and aftercare tips during your consultation

Our team will schedule a follow-up if required and you are always welcome to contact us with any post-treatment concerns.