Spider veins are those tiny, twisted blood vessels that usually show up on the legs and face. They can be more than just a beauty problem — they often make people feel less confident about their skin’s appearance. These veins normally look like thin red, purple or blue lines that look similar to spider webs or little tree branches. Even though they are usually harmless, lots of people really want good ways to make them much less noticeable. For clinics, med spas and aesthetic centers looking for safe and modern choices, laser treatment — especially using special diode laser equipment — gives a gentle, accurate and non-surgical method to remove spider veins.
As a leading manufacturer, supplier, and factory of medical aesthetic laser devices, Arfurla offers very advanced equipment like the 980nm 1470nm Multifunction Medical 12 in 1 Diode Laser Machine. This very useful system is especially good at spider veins removal among all its 12 different functions. It brings excellent professional results for vascular treatments around the world.
What Are Spider Veins?
Spider veins (the medical name is telangiectasias) are very small widened veins that sit close to the skin surface. They appear most often on the legs and face, but they can show up in other places too. Several common factors play a part in their development:
- Genetics — having family members with spider veins greatly increases the chance
- Age — vein valves become weaker as years pass, causing blood to collect and veins to stretch
- Hormonal changes — pregnancy, menopause and birth control pills can have a strong effect
- Sun exposure — too much sun over time makes both skin and blood vessels weaker
- Inactivity — standing or sitting for very long periods harms normal blood flow and helps veins become bigger
Although they rarely create serious health problems, many people want better-looking skin that appears smoother and more even.
Spider Veins vs. Varicose Veins: Understanding the Key Differences
Both spider veins and varicose veins involve enlarged and visible blood vessels. They share many of the same risk factors such as genetics, age, hormones, being overweight and long periods of standing or sitting. Still, they are quite different in appearance, size, symptoms and seriousness.
Spider veins are small (usually less than 1 mm), thin, and create web-like patterns of red, purple or blue lines very close to the skin surface. They hardly ever cause pain and are mostly a cosmetic concern.
Varicose veins are clearly bigger (more than 3 mm), twisted, bulging and look like thick ropes. They usually appear on the calves, thighs or behind the knees. They happen because of deeper vein problems where damaged valves cause blood to pool and create very high pressure inside the veins.
Varicose veins frequently cause aching, heavy feelings, swelling, itching or cramping — especially after standing for a long time. In more serious cases they can lead to skin changes, ulcers or even blood clots. Spider veins almost never cause these kinds of problems.
Because of these clear differences, treatment approaches are different too. Spider veins usually respond very well to gentle surface treatments like laser therapy or sclerotherapy mainly for appearance improvement. Varicose veins most often need stronger treatments that reach deeper such as endovenous ablation, foam sclerotherapy or even surgery. A proper diagnosis, frequently using ultrasound, helps choose the most suitable treatment method.
How Does Laser Treatment Work for Spider Veins?
Laser treatment for spider veins uses focused light energy to treat the unwanted vessels. The whole process happens in several clear steps:
- The laser light goes through the skin
- The energy is mainly absorbed by the hemoglobin inside the target veins
- This leaves the surrounding tissue mostly untouched
- The absorbed light changes into heat
- This heat seals and damages the vein walls
- The treated vein collapses and closes completely
- Blood flow naturally moves to healthier nearby vessels
- Over the following weeks the body slowly breaks down and absorbs the closed vein
- The area gradually becomes clearer and the vein disappears
The 980nm diode laser technology from Arfurla works especially well for this job. This wavelength has very strong absorption by oxyhemoglobin. Because of that it offers excellent selectivity, much less discomfort and very few side effects. The light only goes about 1-2 mm deep — perfect for treating the shallow spider veins (0.1–2 mm in diameter) that most people want to remove.
Benefits of Laser Treatment for Spider Veins
Modern laser systems, especially Arfurla’s diode laser equipment, are among the most popular choices for treating spider veins because they offer these clear advantages:
- Non-invasive with almost no downtime No cutting. No needles. Patients can return to normal life right after the session.
- Very quick and quite effective Most treatments take only 10–30 minutes. Many small veins disappear right away during the session. Larger ones become much lighter very quickly.
- Very precise and safe The 980nm wavelength targets blood very accurately and protects the surrounding skin. Adjustable spot size and strong metal-covered fibers increase the safety even more.
- Long-lasting results The treated veins normally do not come back in the same place.
- No anesthesia needed + basically no recovery time Most people only feel mild redness or light swelling that goes away quickly — usually within hours to a couple of days.
What to Expect During and After Laser Treatment
Before the treatment
A proper consultation checks the veins, medical history and what the patient wants to achieve. The provider decides if the person is a good candidate and makes a personalized plan.
During the treatment
A cooling gel is sometimes applied to protect the skin. The handpiece delivers the targeted 980nm energy. Most people feel only mild snapping or tingling feelings. Sessions usually last 10–15 minutes.
After the treatment
Some temporary redness, mild swelling or light bruising may appear. These side effects normally disappear very quickly. Patients can go back to normal activities right away. Doctors usually suggest avoiding very hard exercise and direct sun for a short time. Compression stockings are sometimes recommended to help circulation.
Laser Spider Vein Treatment Solutions from Arfurla
Arfurla’s 980nm focused diode laser systems give very good results for many types of vascular problems including:
- spider veins
- spider angiomas
- cherry angiomas
- venous lakes
- rosacea redness
- port-wine stains
As a trusted manufacturer and supplier, Arfurla provides powerful multifunction machines that combine excellent spider vein removal with many other applications including EVLT, lipolysis, physiotherapy, proctology, ENT, gynecology, dentistry, PLDD, surgery and veterinary uses — perfect for clinics that want one complete high-quality system.
FAQ
What causes spider veins to form?
They come mainly from genetics, getting older, hormone changes, sun damage, and bad blood flow from sitting/standing too long.
Is laser treatment painful?
Most people feel only mild discomfort — similar to a light rubber band snap. The 980nm wavelength usually causes much less pain than other lasers.
How many sessions are typically needed?
Many patients see very good improvement after just one session. People with more veins might need 2–3 treatments.
Are results permanent?
The treated veins usually disappear forever. But new veins can still appear later if lifestyle habits are not changed.
Who is a good candidate for 980nm laser spider vein removal?
People who have small superficial spider veins (0.1–2 mm) on legs or face. A consultation will confirm whether it is suitable.
Partner with Arfurla for Advanced Diode Laser Solutions
As a professional manufacturer, supplier, and factory focused on high-quality medical diode laser equipment, Hangzhou Arfurla Science & Technology Co., Ltd. warmly invites clinics, distributors, med spas and aesthetic centers worldwide to explore OEM/ODM cooperation possibilities.
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