Broken capillaries
Broken capillaries is a skin condition that affects a large number of Quebecers, especially between the ages of 30 and 50. Characterized by persistent redness on the cheeks, nose, forehead, and chin, it can be a source of concern.
This condition can affect anyone, regardless of skin type, although people with fair and thin skin are more susceptible. Specializing in skin care, the staff at Victoria Park Medispa understands the aesthetic challenges this condition can pose and offers solutions, including IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) treatments.
Broken capillaries, a skin condition linked to several factors
Broken capillaries can have several origins, including a dysfunction of blood vessels, favored by hormonal changes or genetic predispositions. This anomaly, associated with blood stagnation and vessel dilation, creates a favorable ground for the development of the condition. Broken capillaries on the nose is just as common as facial broken capillaries. Moreover, genetic predisposition plays a significant role, especially in individuals of Nordic type with fair skin, partly explaining its higher frequency in northern regions like Quebec.
Certain mites and bacteria also act as pro-inflammatory agents, worsening the condition. Environmentally, factors like exposure to cold wind, sun, and sudden temperature changes can trigger redness flare-ups. Similarly, excessive alcohol consumption, spicy foods, strong emotions, and certain medications, such as corticosteroids, can aggravate symptoms. Understanding these multiple facets of broken capillaries is essential to develop tailored treatment strategies, offering affected individuals personalized solutions to alleviate symptoms and restore healthy, balanced skin.
Broken capillaries or acne broken capillaries
Broken capillaries, although often associated with redness, also manifests through the appearance of papules and/or pustules on the skin’s surface, making the situation even more uncomfortable. The characteristic redness of broken capillaries is frequently vivid and persistent, accompanied by sensations of heat or even burning. Inflammatory flare-ups can make the skin ultrasensitive and changeable, shifting from oily to dry.
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Broken capillaries treatments
Several options are available to treat broken capillaries. Lifestyle changes, such as reducing alcohol and spicy food consumption, as well as using certain skincare products, can already help soothe and protect the affected area.
Regarding medical procedures, laser treatment (the price of which is determined during a preliminary consultation at Victoria Park Medispa) is an effective option. The laser is applied to the affected areas, targeting small blood vessels to cause their destruction. A slight pinching sensation may be felt.
The Forever Young BBL treatment and the Lumecca IPL photorejuvenation therapy even out the complexion and target broken blood vessels to reduce their appearance. A session at Victoria Park Medispa for one of these treatments begins with the application of a cold gel to the area to be treated, followed by the application of a device delivering short bursts of high-intensity light.
It is these bursts of light that stimulate cell renewal and improve skin texture. Patients can generally expect a significant improvement in their symptoms after undergoing one of these treatments, although several sessions are necessary for optimal results. It is also important to note that these treatments may cause temporary side effects such as redness and swelling, which mostly disappear within a few days.
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Broken capillaries treatment: some advice before and after sessions
For the Forever Young BBL treatment or any other laser treatment, it is necessary to avoid direct sun exposure and the use of self-tanning products for at least four weeks before each session. Additionally, the application of certain topical products, such as retinol and acids, should be stopped a few days before the treatment.
After each session, it is normal to experience mild erythema and edema, as well as the possible formation of scabs on pigmented lesions, which usually subside within hours or days. To relieve heat sensations, it is recommended to use a cold compress on the area.
Moreover, the application of makeup immediately after the treatment should be avoided, as well as activities such as intense exercise, swimming, and exposure to heat, such as in a sauna, for some time. Finally, a tailored skincare protocol, including the use of sunscreen and medical-grade products, is recommended by the staff at Victoria Park Medispa to optimize results.
In summary
Broken capillaries is caused by a dysfunction of blood vessels, often linked to genetic, hormonal, or environmental factors such as exposure to cold, sun, or sudden temperature changes.
Victoria Park Medispa offers treatments based on pulsed light, such as IPL Photorejuvenation Lumecca and Forever Young BBL, which reduce redness and even out the complexion.
Before treatment, avoid sun exposure and certain topical products (such as retinol). Afterward, it is recommended to use sunscreen, avoid immediate makeup application, and limit intense activities like swimming or saunas.
Broken capillaries, acne, scar treatments: skincare services offered at Victoria Park Medispa
Like broken capillaries, certain aesthetic conditions such as acne or scars can tarnish self-confidence. Victoria Park Medispa and its team of aesthetic surgery professionals can help anyone looking to improve their appearance for renewed well-being.
Among the non-invasive treatments offered, treatments based on microneedling (such as the DP4 treatment), pulsed light (IPL photorejuvenation Lumecca), or the combination of radiofrequency and microneedling (Forever Young BBL) stimulate the production of elastin and collagen in the skin while significantly reducing imperfections. The team of renowned plastic surgeons can also offer surgical scar removal procedures to those who wish, especially when the scars are more prominent and their discomfort affects patients’ daily lives.
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