Broken capillaries appear as red lines under the skin’s surface. Broken capillaries are common and can develop anywhere on the body, mainly on the nose, legs, cheeks, and chin. Capillaries are only millimeters thick and connect veins and arteries to aid in transporting nutrients to the blood. While transporting essential water and oxygen, capillaries morph from one size to another. In specific instances, capillaries expand too much and cannot revert to their original size. This results in telangiectasias, also known as broken capillaries.
The term broken capillaries can insinuate that the capillaries cannot function. Rather than being entirely broken, the capillaries cannot shrink back to their standard size. However, they are still capable of their primary function of transporting nutrients. Broken capillaries do not inflict any pain; they are simply a cosmetic concern. Many broken capillaries in the same area are called spider veins.
Numerous causes can contribute to broken capillaries. Excessive function of the capillaries can cause stress, leading to broken capillaries. Some reasons include sun exposure, alcohol consumption, injuries, dry skin, inflammation and rosacea, and external irritants.
The heat from the sun can expand blood vessels, while sunburn can peel the skin, making capillaries more visible. Alcohol over-dilates and inflames blood vessels, causing the skin to appear red. Injuring the skin can cause broken capillaries. When you pop a pimple or get a bruise, this can damage your capillaries. Dry skin is not as thick as normal skin, making capillaries more visible. Extreme temperature changes can cause broken capillaries during the winter. Going outside and back inside can cause unwanted stress to the capillaries resulting in permanent damage. Extremely hot water, smoke, and air pollution can also impact the health of your capillaries.
Microneedling is a promising option to treat broken capillaries. Microneedling thickens the skin, minimizing the appearance of broken capillaries. Microneedling also stimulates angiogenesis, which produces stronger blood vessel walls and connective tissue. Microneedling can stimulate collagen production, improving the appearance of broken capillaries. Microneedling reduces redness, inflammation, and swelling. Microneedling involves a small device that creates tiny wounds in the skin.
Platelet-rich fibrin uses your blood’s healing and replenishing components to rejuvenate and heal the skin through the controlled microneedled wounds.
It is vital to undergo a series of treatments to achieve your desired outcome. Your treatment plan will be personalized to your needs based on the severity and number of broken capillaries you have. Most patients receive between four and six microneedling sessions spaced around five weeks apart.
Some of the key benefits of microneedling with PRF include:
Nonsurgical and minimally-invasive procedure
Treatment sessions don’t take more than an hour
Results can last up to six months
XEO Laser is an effective treatment that will eliminate the appearance of broken capillaries. The laser is absorbed by abnormal blood vessels, and the light is converted into heat energy, causing the vessel to collapse and shut. The body absorbs the sealed vessel, and the skin returns to its original state.
Some of the benefits of XEO Laser include:
Results are long-lasting.
Treatment can address everything from broken capillaries to unwanted hair to sun damage.
Laser therapy is completely customizable to meet your needs
Treat your broken capillaries at Heartland Luxe Aesthetics today with microneedling or XEO Laser treatments. At Heartland Luxe Aesthetics in Nebraska, our skilled specialists look forward to addressing your concerns by creating a customized plan based on your concerns and needs.
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