We offer Laser Thread Vein treatment in Oxford. Facial thread veins, cherry angioma and spider naevi can be treated very successfully. Depending on the lesions, leg vessels can also respond well to treatment.
Light energy is applied to the skin where it is readily absorbed by blood vessels.
The laser beam reacts with the colour in the blood within the vein creating heat which damages the vein walls and seals them off. The light applicator is placed on the skin and a short pulse of light is released. The applicator is moved to the neighbouring area and the process is repeated until the entire area is treated. During treatment, protective eyewear will be provided. Following treatment, gradually over a week, very small fine veins fade away. Larger ones on the face can take up to 2 weeks to fade but leg veins can take 2-3months to fade and may need 2-3 treatments.
Treatment is suitable for most people with skin types 1-3. Best results are obtained for those with fair skin, and there is less chance of side effects.
Treatment is mildly uncomfortable but there is no need for anaesthesia and the procedure is actually quite quick. Sensations vary but most describe it as a very quick hot pin prick.
After treatment the area may feel warm for a few hours. Rarely, some delicate skin areas such as the cheeks or décolleté can be red and slightly swollen for a few days. Occasionally there is a chance a small blister may form and there could be temporary lightening or darkening of the skin.
Treatments typically take from 15 to 45 minutes, depending on the type and size of vein.
Typically 3 to 5 treatments are needed for optimum results, though small veins may clear in just a single session. Repeat treatments are spaced every 4 to 6 weeks.
We will always see you for a consultation and patch test before carrying out a full treatment and at that time we will give you an estimate of the time and therefore the cost of treating your individual problem area.
Small area from £150
Additional areas at the same time £110
Patch test and consultation £50
If the area is very small and the full treatment is applied the patch test the cost will be the same as small area £150
These unsightly blemishes can usually be eliminated or faded in a few short treatments.
Call: 01865 930339
Email: info@bareuk.co.uk
Text/Whatsapp: 07773 764817
Hours: by appointment only, please contact us to arrange a suitable time.
