Clearing Broken Capillaries After Summer Sun: How IPL or Pico Spider Vein Removal Works

After months of summer sun, you may notice small red, purple, or blue vessels becoming more visible on your skin. Often called spider veins or broken capillaries, these tiny blood vessels can appear on the face and other areas of the body. While they are usually a cosmetic concern, they can become more noticeable after prolonged sun exposure.

At Sedora Medical Spa in White Plains, we offer IPL or Pico spider vein treatments designed to reduce the appearance of these visible vessels and create a clearer, more even-looking complexion.

Why Broken Capillaries May Look More Noticeable After Summer

Sun exposure can affect the skin in several ways, including contributing to redness and making superficial blood vessels easier to see. Heat, genetics, aging, rosacea, and other factors may also play a role in the development of visible capillaries.

By late summer, you may notice these vessels around areas such as the nose, cheeks, chin, or legs. If they are bothering you, professional spider vein treatment can target the visible vessels without surgery.

How IPL Spider Vein Treatment Works

IPL, or Intense Pulsed Light, delivers controlled light energy to the targeted blood vessel. The energy is absorbed by the vessel and converted into heat, helping the treated vessel gradually fade from view.

IPL can be especially useful when redness or multiple small visible vessels are present. Because every patient's skin tone, vein size, and treatment area are different, we evaluate your skin before recommending the appropriate approach.

How Pico Technology Targets Spider Veins

Pico technology provides another option for addressing certain visible vessels. At our White Plains medical spa, IPL or Pico technology may be selected depending on the appearance and location of the spider veins.

During treatment, targeted energy is delivered to the vessel so it retracts beneath the skin's surface and becomes less noticeable over time. The process is focused on the unwanted visible vessel while minimizing unnecessary treatment of the surrounding skin.

What To Expect After Spider Vein Treatment

Results develop gradually rather than immediately. Patients considering IPL or Pico spider vein removal should know that:

•          Treated vessels typically begin fading over the following weeks

•          Sedora Medical Spa notes that fading can occur over approximately 3 to 6 weeks

•          Some spider veins may require more than one treatment session

•          The number of treatments needed depends on the size and visibility of the vessels

•          Following recommended skincare and sun protection can help support your skin after treatment

If you have recently spent significant time in the sun or have a fresh tan, let us know during your consultation. We can evaluate your skin and determine the appropriate timing for treatment.

Refresh Your Skin After Summer

Visible capillaries do not have to be the lasting reminder of summer sun exposure. With IPL or Pico spider vein treatments in White Plains, we can create a personalized plan based on your skin, the vessels you want to address, and your aesthetic goals.

Schedule your spider vein treatment consultation with Sedora Medical Spa to take the next step toward clearer, more even-looking skin. Contact our office in White Plains, NY, by calling (914) 902-8087 today.