Thread vein removal

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Has anyone had any thread veins on their face removed? I've got a couple which have appeared recently and because I'm very pale they're really obvious, would like to hear if anyone has had theirs successfully 'zapped' - was it expensive/painful?

I have one or two on one leg and also would love some advise...
please someone

I am having my legs lasered to or row for the first time so will report back.

thanks deaddei, I've just found a clinic in town that offers this, so might give them a ring tomorrow to see what's involved. I'm just worried that it might cost a fortune but still not work! Hope you get on ok

Apparently veinwave is the best treatment nearest to me is Harley Street and I have been thinking about contacting them . Saving up atm.
will try and find link to dr's site

dr newman he was featured on this morning tv apparently. Supposed to have much better results than laser.

I had laser treatment for one on my face. I actually got it on the Nhs, I guess because it was very noticeable. It only took one treatment, vanished completely. Brilliant.

that's encouraging tinierclanger, would be lovely to get such a quick result.

Veinwave looks interesting. I wonder approx. how much it costs? Any idea?

ggirl, do you think you'll do it? I would love it done but I'm worried about my nose looking even worse after the treatment.

It's so tempting but I need to hear more success stories.

Ive had a couple of treatments on my face; around nose and cheeks. I went to Sk:n clinic which are nationwide and was pleased with results. Cost around £200 and went back (after a pregnancy) for a top up and it was free. Its a really quick treatment and feels like a speck of boiling water on your face. I'd do it again.

Just had first session of leg/bikini lasering.
Not painful at all- feels a little bit tingly.
Apparently I have the perfect skin for it- pale, dark hair.

I had a very large one done on my face which was the end of a thread vein just at my local beauticians, she charged £30 for thread vein removal.

As my was quite large I had to be very careful that I didn't disturb the scab and make a scar.

I am so glad I had it done, should of had it done 5 years ago to be honest ! It just feels like a needle pricking so its really not that bad.

After this pregnancy I am definitely going to get my legs done.

I'm really encouraged by the positive stories - I've just made an appointment for a patch test on Friday, if that's ok will book in for a treatment next week. Thanks all

There are 2 different kinds of treatment; laser treatment (less painful and more expensive) and a needle based treatment (essentially like electrolysis). I had the latter done last year on thread veins around my nose, cheeks and chin (I never knew I had them on my cheeks and chin until I looked into the magnifying mirror at the clinic).

It hurt more than I expected - not as bad as going to the dentist, but still not a comfortable experience - and the scabs looked horrible for about 7-10 days afterwards. However, I'm so glad I had it done. My skin looks so clear now and I'll definitely keep on top of it in the future. Best of luck with it!

Formerdiva, was the method you underwent 'veinwave'?

I thought it only left redness for a couple of days not scabs.