Broken Capillaries
WHAT ARE BROKEN CAPILLARIES?
Broken capillaries show up on the skin as very thin, red threads. They are the result of the widening and narrowing of the capillary walls, which ultimately results in a tear. When the capillary tears, the blood seeps to the surface of the skin.
The widening and narrowing of the capillaries can be caused by a number of physical and environmental factors. Many of these factors can be avoided, thus decreasing your chances of developing broken capillaries.
Genetics
Broken capillaries can be caused by genetics. If your parents or other immediate family members have a history of broken capillaries, the chance of you developing them later in life increases.
Pregnancy
Women who are pregnant have an increased amount of blood flowing through their bodies. As a result, their veins enlarge, causing both varicose veins and broken capillaries.
Leg Injuries
Individuals who have suffered leg injuries may have experienced increased or decreased blood flow. Individuals who spend a great deal of time standing, followed by long periods of time sitting or lying down, are more likely to have broken capillaries as well.
Hormones
Individuals who are going through hormonal changes may develop broken capillaries as their bodies adjust. This condition is common in children going through puberty, pregnant women, and women going through menopause.
Skin Damage
The skin around the face is more susceptible to damage than in the rest of the body. Therefore, broken capillaries around the face are very common. Damage caused by wind, sunburn, temperature changes, and even your glasses pressing on parts of your face can cause broken capillaries to form.
To eliminate future broken capillaries avoid:
- Hot conditions
- Wind blowing on the face
- Burning e.g. sunburn
- Moving from one extreme temperature to another
- Pressure i.e. squeezing spots or glasses pressing on the face Broken capillaries can be prevented by avoiding all of the above.
Treatment(s):
Once capillaries are formed they can be treated by a series of laser treatments but specific recommendations would need to be made by your esthetician and/or doctor. In addition, there are also special creams on the market that aim to strengthen the capillary walls thus reducing the redness.
At Lina Diminno Med Spa, we provide Broken Capillaries Treatment in King City, Vaughan, New Market, Richmondhill, Barrie, Sharon, Bradford, and Queensville areas.