| Time | 30 min |
| Number | 1-3 |
| Season | Whole year |
| Downtime | Mild |
| Cost | £200 |
Sclerotherapy for Spider Veins
Sclerotherapy is a minimally invasive treatment used to treat spider veins (thread veins) and some small varicose veins. A clinician injects a special solution (called a sclerosant) into the affected vein, causing it to collapse and gradually be absorbed by the body. The treated vein fades over several weeks to months.
- Compression stockings are often recommended for several days to a few weeks after treatment.
- Improvement is usually visible within 2–12 weeks, depending on vein size.
- Multiple sessions may be needed for optimal results.
- Common temporary side effects include bruising, redness, itching, and mild pigmentation changes.
Benefits:
- Many veins disappear during the session
- Skin looks clearer immediately or shortly after
- Once sealed, that specific vein does not return
- New veins can still form elsewhere (normal)
- Very quick treatment per vein
- You can go back to normal activities same day
- No bandages or heavy aftercare
- Targets only the visible vein
- Does not damage surrounding skin
- Patients can typically return to normal activities quickly