[Clearly Visible Blood Vessels, Neatly Treated] Capillary Blood Vessel Laser

What is a Broken Capillaries & Redness Laser Treatment?

You may have been concerned about the red broken capillaries visible on the sides of your nose or on your cheeks. You might have wondered why these blood vessels appear and if there's a way to improve them.

Broken capillaries and redness refer to a condition where tiny blood vessels beneath the skin dilate, appearing on the skin's surface as fine red or purplish lines.

Blood vessels that are already dilated and visible to the naked eye can be difficult to reduce or may have limited improvement with only general cosmetics or soothing treatments.

The 1064nm long-pulsed redness laser is a treatment that selectively delivers thermal energy to dilated blood vessels, causing them to coagulate. Coagulated vessels are absorbed by the body over time, which can help gradually reduce the visible broken capillaries. The 1064nm Nd:YAG laser is used for photo-coagulation and hemostasis of vascular lesions, and its application may also be considered for telangiectasia and rosacea.

This treatment doesn't merely cover red skin; it directly addresses the blood vessels that cause the redness.

The 1064nm long-pulsed redness laser is a device that targets dilated blood vessels, not pigmentation.

When laser energy delivers heat to dilated blood vessels, it selectively coagulates the vessel walls and blocks blood flow.

Immediately after the procedure, blood vessels may contract or temporarily appear darker. Coagulated vessels are expected to be naturally absorbed by the body over time, causing visible broken capillaries to gradually fade.

You can expect the redness to diminish, leading to an improved and more even skin tone.

This treatment aims for vascular improvement by addressing clearly visible broken capillaries on the sides of the nose and cheek areas.

What are the unique features of our clinic's redness treatment?

1064nm Long-Pulsed Laser

The 1064nm wavelength has the characteristic of penetrating relatively deep into the skin. This makes it useful for treating thick and dilated blood vessels that are clearly visible on the sides of the nose or on the cheeks.

The long-pulsed method continuously delivers heat to the blood vessels for a certain period, gradually heating and coagulating the vessel walls.

According to comparative study results involving patients with facial telangiectasia, both the 1064nm long-pulsed Nd:YAG laser and pulsed dye laser showed improvement, with the 1064nm long-pulsed laser tending to show a more pronounced effect on thick and dilated blood vessels.

Our Clinic's Broken Capillaries & Redness Laser

Our clinic's redness laser precisely identifies the areas where broken capillaries are visible—such as the sides of the nose, bridge of the nose, cheeks, and chin—along with the thickness, color, and depth of the vessels. We then perform the treatment meticulously, following the flow of the blood vessels.

1. Targeted Treatment Following Visible Broken Capillaries

Broken capillaries and redness often appear not as uniformly red skin, but as fine blood vessels extending in various directions.

Instead of simply treating a broad red area, we identify the starting point and direction of the blood vessels, then meticulously trace and treat each visible broken capillary.

2. Customized Settings Considering Vascular Characteristics

Even broken capillaries on the same face have different characteristics—some are thin and bright red, others are thick and dark, and some appear purplish beneath the skin.

Therefore, rather than applying the same power and pulse values to all vessels, it is necessary to adjust the energy intensity and delivery time according to the vessel's thickness, color, depth, and skin thickness.

At our clinic, we meticulously check the condition of blood vessels in each area through a consultation with the director. We proceed with the treatment after customizing the settings to deliver sufficient thermal energy to the necessary blood vessels while minimizing unnecessary irritation to the surrounding normal skin.

3. Real-time Feedback by Monitoring Vascular Response

When appropriate energy is delivered, blood vessels may show a response such as contraction or fading in color during the procedure. Additionally, some vessels may temporarily become darker.

At our clinic, we monitor these vascular responses in real-time, carefully adjusting to supplement areas needing more treatment and ensuring that excessive energy is not delivered to the same area.

We aim for precise treatment, observing the vessel's response and treating as needed.

With a delicate approach, you can expect an improvement in visible broken capillaries.

4. Distinguishing Between 'General Redness' and 'Visible Broken Capillaries'

Not all symptoms of facial redness are caused by the same underlying factor.

Redness that temporarily appears due to temperature changes or tension, redness caused by dermatitis or inflammation,

Redness accompanied by rosacea, and redness where visible broken capillaries appear due to dilated blood vessels, each require different therapeutic approaches.

In particular, the 1064nm long-pulsed laser is highly effective for treating thick blood vessels clearly visible on the sides of the nose or on the cheeks. For faint and widely spread redness or fine superficial blood vessels, other combination treatments may be necessary.

At our clinic, we do not immediately perform vascular laser treatment solely because “the face is red”. We first meticulously identify the precise cause of the redness and the morphology of the blood vessels.

Broken Capillaries & Redness Laser Effects

Selective Coagulation and Improvement of Dilated Broken Capillaries

The thermal energy of the 1064nm long-pulsed laser penetrates deep into the skin, selectively coagulating the walls of red or purplish dilated blood vessels on the sides of the nose and cheeks, and blocking blood flow. This can contribute to the gradual reduction of visible broken capillaries.

Alleviation of thick and prominent facial telangiectasia is expected.

This treatment delivers concentrated thermal energy to thick or deep blood vessels that are difficult to access with shallow pigment treatments confined to the skin surface. The delivered energy helps the blood vessels to be naturally absorbed and excreted by the body, which can help noticeable red blood vessels fade.

It helps reduce redness around the nose, contributing to improved skin tone.

Spider-web-like dilated blood vessels on the sides of the nose or on the bridge of the nose can make one look as if they've been drinking. By directly treating these vessels, we can help the red or blotchy skin tone in that area appear more even and stable.

We focus on reducing the burden of vascular lesions that can accompany rosacea-prone skin.

This treatment focuses on abnormal capillary dilation around the nose and cheeks, which often occurs with rosacea. This can help reduce the appearance of enlarged vascular structures and improve redness or irritation.

We accurately target and treat red thread veins appearing on the sides of the nose or on the cheeks.

Energy is delivered only to dilated blood vessels, inducing selective coagulation.

The treatment accesses and treats even thick or deep blood vessels that are clearly visible to the naked eye.

Laser energy is custom-adjusted considering each patient's blood vessel thickness and depth within the skin.

This treatment aims to reduce the size of the blood vessels themselves.

Blood vessels appearing on various parts of the face, such as the sides of the nose, bridge of the nose, cheeks, and around the chin, can be treated.

A more precise treatment is performed, considering the flow and direction of the blood vessels.

Unlike pigment-focused lasers, this approach primarily targets dilated blood vessel issues.

This treatment can also be helpful for telangiectasia associated with rosacea.

The 1064nm long-pulsed Nd:YAG laser has reported positive effects in improving telangiectasia around the face and nose. However, it's important to understand that the results and the number of treatments required may vary depending on the size of the blood vessels and the patient's skin condition.

Please make your final decision regarding the treatment carefully after a thorough consultation with our director.

When Treatment is Needed

Individuals with clearly visible red thread veins on the sides of their nose.

Individuals with red blood vessels appearing in a spider-web pattern on their cheeks.

Individuals whose red blood vessels are not fully covered by makeup and are still visible.

Individuals whose blood vessels appear particularly red in specific localized areas rather than across the entire face.

Individuals who are stressed because blood vessel problems around their nose make them look as if they have been drinking.

Individuals whose red thread veins persist despite consistent soothing skin care.

Individuals with rosacea symptoms accompanied by dilated capillaries around the nose.

Individuals with thick, red or purplish blood vessels visible to the naked eye.

Individuals who wish to improve red thread veins that make their skin tone appear somewhat uneven.

Treatment Process

STEP 01. Self-Cleansing

Before the treatment, thoroughly remove all makeup and impurities from the skin.

STEP 02. 1:1 Personalized Consultation with the Director

We meticulously check the cause of redness, as well as the exact location, thickness, color, and depth of the thread veins within the skin.

STEP 03. Vascular Area Design

We identify and plan the flow of thread veins in the areas requiring treatment, such as the sides of the nose, bridge of the nose, cheeks, and chin.

STEP 04. Eye Protection and Skin Preparation

Before starting the laser treatment, we take measures to protect the eyes and check the overall condition of the skin.

STEP 05. 1064nm Long-Pulsed Vascular Laser

Considering the thickness and depth of the blood vessels, the treatment is performed with delicate adjustments to laser energy and pulse width.

STEP 06. Confirming Vascular Response

We meticulously check for color changes and contraction of blood vessels in the treated area, and if necessary, additional treatment can be performed on that area.

STEP 07. Post-Treatment Soothing with Jaungo Modeling Pack

A Jawoongo modeling pack is applied to soothe the skin's heat and redness that may be felt after the procedure.

Our Medical Team's Treatment Philosophy

"The process of reducing red capillaries is not merely about lowering skin temperature or covering them up. It is crucial to meticulously trace and precisely treat the visibly dilated blood vessels."

Many individuals who visit our clinic are concerned about red capillaries visible around their nose or cheeks, and often express frustration that expensive soothing products or treatments haven't helped. Blood vessels that have expanded and lost elasticity are difficult to recover with general moisturizing or soothing care alone. Therefore, an approach that precisely coagulates blood vessels using specific wavelengths is necessary.

At our clinic, we aim for a precise approach rather than simply scanning broad areas when performing red capillary and rosacea laser treatments. Utilizing a 1064nm long-pulse laser, which delivers energy deep into the skin, our medical team meticulously identifies the starting point, direction, thickness, and depth of each blood vessel, proceeding carefully one by one. During the procedure, we observe the vascular contraction response in real-time and protect the skin with powerful gas cooling and a Jawoongo modeling pack, helping to reduce red capillaries that were difficult to conceal even with makeup.

Post-Procedure Precautions

After the procedure, temporary redness, warmth, stinging, or swelling may appear on the skin.

Blood vessels in the treated area may temporarily appear darker or purplish-red.

Depending on individual skin condition and vessel thickness, bruising or purpura may occur.

Rarely, blisters, scabs, or pigment changes may appear. Please be careful not to forcefully remove any scabs if they form.

Avoid rubbing or massaging the treated area vigorously.

On the day of the procedure, it is best to refrain from saunas, jjimjilbangs (Korean bathhouses), hot baths, and strenuous exercise.

Alcohol and stimulating spicy or hot foods can cause redness, so it is advisable to avoid consuming them for a few days.

Apply moisturizer generously and pay attention to using sunscreen.

If discomfort or swelling persists or worsens, please contact the clinic for consultation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Can capillaries completely disappear after laser treatment?

A. The 1064nm long-pulse laser is a treatment that aims to reduce visible capillaries by selectively acting on dilated blood vessels and coagulating them.

Some blood vessels may contract and lighten in color or become less visible to the naked eye immediately after the procedure, while others may temporarily darken before gradually reducing over time.

However, depending on the thickness, depth, and distribution range of the blood vessels, it's possible that not all capillaries will improve with just one treatment.

Q. Can I expect results with just one treatment?

A. While it varies depending on individual conditions, some people may notice changes even after a single treatment.

However, if the blood vessels are tangled in multiple directions or exist at various depths, multiple treatment sessions may be required.

Indeed, studies on telangiectasia around the nose often evaluate results after repeated treatments.

It is best to determine the appropriate number of treatment sessions through consultation with your medical team.

Q. Do capillaries disappear immediately after the procedure?

A. Depending on the type and condition of the blood vessels, they may contract and lighten or fade immediately after the procedure, but they may also temporarily appear darker or purplish-red.

Since it takes time for coagulated blood vessels to be naturally processed by the body, it is best to assess the final improvement after the skin has stabilized.

Q. What is the difference from general laser toning?

A. Laser toning is a treatment that primarily targets melanin pigment to manage melasma, blemishes, and hyperpigmentation.

In contrast, red capillary rosacea laser focuses on targeting and coagulating blood vessels that cause redness.

In other words, pigment lasers are used for brown pigment lesions, and vascular lasers are used for red capillaries. As such, the treatment goals themselves are different.

Q. Can it help with overall facial redness?

A. Among types of facial redness,

if dilated blood vessels are the main cause of redness, it can help with improvement.

However, if rosacea is accompanied by other causes such as inflammation, dermatitis, temperature changes, or neurogenic factors, capillary treatment alone may not resolve all redness.

Specifically, the 1064nm long-pulse laser is useful for thick and dilated blood vessels. For light, widespread redness, other combination treatments such as Genesis Toning, exosomes, or Potenza may be more effective.

Q. Is treatment possible even with rosacea (skin inflammation)?

A. If telangiectasia appears around the nose or cheeks along with rosacea (skin inflammation), it can be used to reduce visible blood vessels.

However, inflammation, burning sensations, papules, and pustules caused by rosacea (skin inflammation) may be difficult to completely resolve with vascular laser alone. Therefore, it is important to consider combining other treatment methods under the accurate diagnosis of a medical professional.

Q. Is it effective for capillaries next to the nose?

A. Yes, the areas around the nose and the bridge of the nose are where blood vessels can often be visible or prominent.

The 1064nm long-pulsed laser can help improve thick or dilated vascular lesions around the nose.

Q. Does it hurt a lot?

A. When energy is delivered to the blood vessels, you might feel a stinging sensation or a sensation like a hot rubber band snapping.

The degree of pain can vary depending on the condition of the blood vessels, the treatment area, and individual sensitivity.

Typically, a powerful cooling system operates during the procedure to minimize discomfort, and it is generally tolerable.

Q. Will I get bruising or petechiae?

A. Depending on the treatment method and the condition of the blood vessels, temporary redness, swelling, or minor bruising or petechiae may appear in the treated area.

It is a normal part of the process for the treated blood vessels to temporarily darken, which can gradually subside over time.

Q. When can I apply makeup and wash my face?

A. Light face washing and makeup application are possible on the day of the procedure.

However, it is advisable to avoid aggressively rubbing the treated area and using irritating products such as exfoliants or peels on the day of the procedure and for a while thereafter.

Q. Can the removed capillaries reappear?

A. Blood vessels that have been coagulated and removed will not reappear. However, due to constitutional factors such as skin aging, UV exposure, frequent temperature changes, alcohol consumption, and rosacea,

there is a possibility that new blood vessels may expand and appear in adjacent areas.

Therefore, consistent lifestyle management, such as paying attention to sun protection and avoiding excessive heat stimulation after the procedure, can help alleviate symptoms and prevent recurrence.