Smooth, even-toned skin is something most aesthetic patients aspire to achieve from treatment in our clinics. As a first-base approach, we should be recommending that patients invest in medical-grade skincare products and advising them of a suitable regimen to follow. Sometimes, however, certain skin concerns call for more targeted treatment. This is the case for vascular lesions such as telangiectases.
Also known as spider veins or facial thread veins, telangiectases are tiny blood vessels that cause thread-like red lines on the skin. They generally form gradually and appear in clusters in different areas across the face. Telangiectases’ vessel diameter is usually between 0.2-0.5mm and the distribution is defined by linear, matted and combined patterns, with a depth of 200-250 microns.1 Some patients suffering from telangiectasia may experience pain or itching, but most concerns relate…
