If you notice red dots, clusters, or lines on your skin near your chin, cheeks, or nose that appear as red spots or lines, these could be broken capillaries – harmless yet unsightly.
Laser hair removal is an effective and safe method to reduce the appearance of these tiny blood vessels, though some patients may experience adverse side effects such as hyperpigmentation or hypopigmentation, scab formation, acne or purpura.
1. Overexposure to the sun
Breakned blood vessels may result in small red or pink lines beneath your skin’s surface – known as broken capillaries – appearing. While these capillaries don’t pose any direct health threats, they may make your complexion appear bumpy and uneven; laser treatments are available to lessen their visibility and help even out skin tone.
Laser hair removal may cause side effects such as redness, irritation and blistering in the treated area. Most of these effects will subside on their own; if any persist more than a few days or become bothersome contact your physician immediately as they will help determine whether laser treatment is suitable for you.
After each laser hair removal session, it’s also vitally important to use sunscreen or sunblock with an SPF of at least 30. Prolonged exposure and tanning should also be avoided during and up to two or three weeks post treatment sessions.
Common after laser hair removal, acne flare-ups are an issue. Laser beams may stimulate skin production of more sebum (the protective oil that protects against damage to cells). When combined with dead skin cells, this combination can clog pores leading to pimples.
As with any medical procedure, selecting a board-certified dermatology specialist who specializes in laser hair removal for your specific skin type is key to receiving quality treatments with reduced risks of side effects. Be wary of spas or salons offering unsupervised laser hair removal treatments from nonmedical personnel as this could increase side effects significantly. In order to receive quality treatments without experiencing side effects it’s also essential that a licensed physician oversee all procedures being conducted; otherwise they could expose themselves to liability claims from potential lawsuits from customers who experience complications as this ensures quality treatments while limiting side effects as much as possible.
2. Hormonal changes
Broken blood vessels appear as red, dot-like or string-like marks on the skin. While they can appear anywhere on the body, they’re most commonly seen on the face and legs. At times they may itch or feel irritating; other times they could even be caused by health conditions like rosacea.
Broken blood vessels can occur for various reasons, even without an underlying condition present. Scrubbing too vigorously with harsh scrub brushes may be enough to cause them to rupture; others may inherit characteristics which make them more prone to developing them than others; hormonal changes could even make existing broken vessels worsen over time.
Another common source of broken blood vessels is aggressive facial scrubbing or the use of hot washcloths; such actions can enlarge spider veins and make them more noticeable. Individuals who have an increased susceptibility may also be predisposed, while risk factors include sun exposure, extreme temperature changes (hot weather), drinking alcohol or sudden pressure changes due to sudden sneezes or vomiting may all increase their visibility.
Laser hair removal may lead to another unwanted side effect called purpura rash, typically mild but sometimes severe and itchy. This rash forms when blood cells get trapped between capillaries (tiny blood vessels) and nearby tissue and red spots are created due to blood cells being trapped therein; typically less noticeable than its counterpart itching or redness and easily avoided with cooling creams/ointments post procedure.
3. Genetics
Unfortuately, people can inherit hereditary conditions that increase their susceptibility to broken blood vessels. These include tendencies for fragile skin to allow blood vessels to be closer to the surface or a family history of hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia (HHT), which causes small vessels close to the skin surface to dilate and appear as red spots on the face or neck.
Tortuous arteries or veins, which feature twisted and distorted vessels, may also contribute to broken capillaries. This genetic condition affects large arteries as well as smaller arterioles and venules throughout the body and poses both mild and severe risks of heart disease and stroke.
Tortuous arteries and veins may also be caused by lifestyle choices, including prolonged sitting or standing, medical conditions such as scleroderma, rosacea or systemic skin infections as well as diet. Some foods and drinks may increase expansion more readily than others.
Smoking may contribute to broken capillaries by weakening vascular health. Alcohol consumption, meanwhile, may dilate close-to-skin blood vessels that dilate rapidly when drinking too much; this results in reddening skin patches around nose and cheeks that create broken capillaries.
4. Poor diet
Proper skin care after laser hair removal treatments is of utmost importance, particularly after keeping it moisturized to help avoid side effects like dryness and irritation, while avoiding foods and drinks which dehydrate can also be advantageous. A recent study conducted by scientists revealed that an unhealthy diet can actually break blood vessels resulting in health problems including skin sensitivity and inflammation.
ASAPS reports that temporary side effects associated with laser hair removal include redness or discoloration and pain. In some instances, you may also observe some areas becoming darker or lighter following treatment due to differences between hair follicle melanin production and your skin tone.
Reduce your chances of experiencing these side effects by limiting sun exposure and using sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher daily. Also avoid plucking or waxing hair removal products containing harsh ingredients like alfa hydroxyl acids and retinoids that could interfere with laser targeting of hair follicles.
Before and after laser hair removal treatments, it is advisable to avoid alcohol and smoking as both activities can make your skin more sensitive, making the treatment more uncomfortable. Please consult your treatment professional on how long to abstain from both activities prior to each session. Additionally, ensure you drink lots of water to stay hydrated prior to and post procedure as this will aid with swelling or pain that might arise afterward, and will hasten healing processes faster.
5. Stress
Laser hair removal often causes temporary irritation, reddening and swelling; these effects usually subside within hours after receiving treatment. Irritation typically dissipates shortly thereafter while reddening is due to laser light damaging cells in your skin which triggers your body’s natural response: sending blood flow toward these damaged cells in order to make repairs resulting in reddening which fades over time as these repairs take place.
If you are worried about side effects, it is advisable to visit a licensed and experienced practitioner who has performed this procedure on numerous patients. They will know how to minimize risks for you while boasting many satisfied customers as clients. A trusted dermatologist in Jacksonville or Nocatee may also be able to recommend suitable laser treatments tailored specifically for your skin type and complexion.
laser hair removal may cause broken blood vessels or purpura – bruising under the skin due to damage done to blood vessels by laser light – as well as blisters caused by its intense heat; though these will typically heal by themselves. It is wise not to pop these blisters.
Dermatologists and experts in this field consider laser hair removal to be highly safe. Not only is it effective in eliminating unwanted hair but it can also treat redness, broken blood vessels and other vascular lesions that have developed on your face, neck, chest or arms. Most people need only several sessions spaced about every month apart before experiencing desired results from this procedure.
