Medical description
Vascular laser treats small dilated blood vessels visible through the skin. Its light is selectively absorbed by the blood in these vessels, which heat up and then close, before being naturally eliminated by the body. It is used for broken capillaries and diffuse redness of the face, small spider veins on the legs, certain port-wine stains and cherry angiomas. The number of sessions depends on the area, the extent and the type of vessels.
What the procedure can correct
- Broken capillaries and facial redness
- Small spider veins on the legs
- Cherry angiomas
- Certain port-wine stains
- Persistent redness after rosacea
The ideal candidate
A person with visible vessels on the face or legs, whose skin is not tanned at the time of treatment. Large varicose veins require a venous assessment and a different treatment. Very dark skin, pregnancy or certain photosensitising medications may require the sessions to be adapted or postponed.
The technique
The session takes place in the clinic, without anaesthesia, most often with a skin-cooling system that limits the sensation of heat. The practitioner passes the laser over the areas to be treated after protecting your eyes. Several sessions, a few weeks apart, are often necessary.
Your stay, step by step
- 1
Arrival and consultation
Welcome by your coordinator, examination and pre-operative consultation with the practitioner, who confirms the treatment plan.
- 2
Procedure
None · 15–45 min
- 3
Back to the hotel
Day-case treatment: you return to your hotel the same day, accompanied.
- 4
Check-up before departure
Follow-up visit, care, instructions and prescription before your flight home. Recommended stay: 2–4 days.
- 5
Remote follow-up
Back home, your coordinator remains your contact and organises follow-up with the practitioner (photos and messages via WhatsApp, then through your secure patient area once it opens).
Risks and recovery
Redness, slight swelling and sometimes small scabs or purplish marks are common for a few days. Less commonly, a change in skin colour (light or dark patches), a superficial burn or, in exceptional cases, a scar may occur. Your practitioner will explain these in detail during the consultation.
The information on this page is provided for guidance only and does not replace a medical consultation. Every procedure carries risks; the indication is made by the practitioner after examination, and results vary from person to person.
Frequently asked questions
How many sessions should I plan for?
Depending on the area and extent, one or more sessions a few weeks apart are needed. During a short stay, your practitioner will tell you what can be done on site.
Can I go in the sun afterwards?
You should avoid the sun and protect your skin with high-protection sunscreen before and after the sessions, to limit the risk of pigmentation marks.
Can the vessels reappear?
The vessels treated do not come back, but new ones may appear over time, particularly in people who are predisposed. Maintenance sessions are sometimes offered.
