Laser closure of blood vessels

The treatment uses the Nd:YAG laser with a wavelength of 1064 nm, whose light penetrates deep into the vessel and is absorbed by hemoglobin. The heated blood cells coagulate, the vessel is closed and within about 3 weeks absorbed by the body.

It is one of the best-studied methods of treating vascular lesions — in clinical studies significant improvement or resolution of vessels was achieved in the vast majority of patients.

We recommend the treatment primarily for:

• dilated vessels on the face and legs
• erythema and vascular skin
• ruby, spider and flat angiomas
• the vascular form of rosacea

After the cosmetologist assesses the lesions, we protect the eyes and prepare the skin. We usually perform the treatment without anesthesia, because it could constrict the vessels and reduce effectiveness.

We target the individual vessels with the laser beam; you feel light pricks and heat. The procedure lasts from 10 to 60 minutes, depending on the extent of the lesions.

The vessels may temporarily darken and then — usually within 21 days — disappear or become much less visible. The optimal effect is visible after 2–3 months.

After a series of treatments the effects are permanent, although over time new vessels may appear, requiring a touch-up treatment.

After the treatment redness or swelling lasting a maximum of up to 48 hours may occur. Remember to:

• use a cream with a minimum SPF 30 filter, especially in summer
• stop retinoids a month before the treatment, and chemical peels 2 weeks before
• avoid sunbathing and overheating the skin after the treatment

Beyond that, the clinical protocol after laser therapy applies. The vessels disappear gradually, and the full effect may be visible after the series; if worrying symptoms appear, contact the clinic:

• care for the skin with the cream recommended by the specialist and do not irritate the treated area
• for about 7 days use only gentle cleansing products
• for 72 hours skip running, fitness and other heavy exertion
• use the sauna and pool once the skin has fully healed
• avoid the sun for even up to 6 months and consistently use a UV 50+ filter (risk of discoloration)

We do not perform the treatment in cases including:

• pregnancy and breastfeeding
• diabetes and cancer
• tanned skin or the use of self-tanners
• taking photosensitizing medications and herbs and isotretinoin
• epilepsy and vitiligo
• active skin inflammation

The final qualification is carried out by the cosmetologist during the consultation.