Spider veins are small, red, spider-web-like veins that can appear when the blood flow in your legs is weakened by aging, hormonal changes, or a medical condition such as diabetes. While they might not be aesthetically pleasing, they’re not harmful—they don’t affect the health of your skin or change the way your body works. However, they can be unsightly and uncomfortable to look at and feel, especially if you have large patches on your legs.
The most cost- and time-effective method is by using a chemical peel that will not only remove the spider veins but will also address any other skin concerns you have at the same time. For your convenience, chemical peels are available in either a home care kit or at a professional spa.
However, that’s not the only way to get rid of them. There are many ways to remove spider veins at home, which we will discuss below.
Compression Stockings or Socks
Compression stockings or socks are a great way to improve the appearance of spider veins in the legs. Compression stockings or socks are essentially tights that don’t have feet but rather just stop at the legs. They provide pressure on the calves and feet, which helps to improve circulation to prevent spider veins from expanding and becoming darker. Unfortunately, the increased pressure also pushes venous blood back up to your heart and keeps it there.
Compression garments like these are typically prescribed by a doctor or therapist who determines how much compression you need based on what areas of the legs are affected by spider veins. Patients will wear them for a set period every day to help with circulation and keep the blood from pooling in their legs.
If you don’t want to wear these yourself, you can always find a salon that offers these and other vein treatments. You’ll be able to get them as often as once a week for optimum results, but even just twice a month can make a very big difference.
