Visible blood vessels, including broken capillaries, facial spider veins, and cherry angiomas, can develop when blood vessels remain visible near the surface of the skin. These concerns are often influenced by genetics, sun exposure, temperature changes, and skin sensitivity. At Pura Vida, we take a careful approach to vascular concerns, selecting targeted treatments based on the type of vessel and your individual skin needs.
CONTRIBUTING FACTORS
Aging
Sun exposure
Genetics
WHAT WE TREAT
Facial vessels
Redness
Vascular lesions
COMMON SIGNS
Broken capillaries
Spider veins
Cherry anginomas
Redness
Understanding Vascular Concerns
Vascularity refers to enlarged or visible blood vessels close to the surface of the skin. These vessels can become more noticeable over time due to sun exposure, aging, and genetic factors. While generally harmless, visible vessels can contribute to persistent redness and uneven skin appearance.
These concerns do not typically improve with skincare alone and often require targeted treatments designed to address visible vessels safely and precisely.
OUR APPROACH
We evaluate texture concerns based on depth, sensitivity, and skin behavior rather than relying on aggressive resurfacing.
Treatment plans are developed to:
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Encourage healthy cell turnover
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Smooth uneven areas
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Refine pores
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Support long-term skin function
The goal is visible improvement without compromising the skin barrier.
TREATMENT OPTIONS
Treatment options may include IPL and Dye-VL technologies. Explore treatment options below.
Medical Grade Skincare
Clinically formulated products with active ingredients at proven concentrations. These are designed to treat skin concerns at the cellular level and support the results of in-office treatments.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Visible blood vessels may fade at different rates depending on their size, location, and depth. Some vessels respond more quickly, while others may require additional sessions for optimal improvement. Your provider will explain what level of change is realistic and how progress typically occurs.
Not sure where to start?
If you’re unsure which treatment is right for your skin, we recommend starting with an advanced skin analysis and consultation.
Using advanced imaging technology, we assess what’s happening both on the surface of your skin and below it. This allows us to evaluate hydration, texture, tone, elasticity, congestion patterns, pigment, and early changes that aren’t visible in regular lighting.
During your visit, you’ll review your images and results directly with your licenced provider, so you understand what your skin is doing now, how it’s changing, and where its strengths and areas of concern are showing up.
This information becomes a useful reference point. You can use it to guide your home skincare routine, track progress over time, or decide whether in-office treatments make sense for your goals.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Visible blood vessels may be caused by sun damage, rosacea, genetics, or thinning skin. They often appear as broken capillaries or spider veins.
Yes. Light based and laser treatments can reduce or eliminate visible blood vessels by targeting them beneath the skin.
Treated vessels typically do not return, but new vessels may form over time due to genetics or sun exposure.
IPL and vascular laser treatments are commonly used to safely target visible blood vessels.
Most treatments are well tolerated, with sensations often described as brief warmth or snapping.
