Professional Vascular Lesion Treatment in Glendale

Feel Confident in Your Own Skin Again

We know how frustrating it can be to look in the mirror and see those tiny spider veins on your face, the persistent redness of rosacea, or broken capillaries that seem to appear out of nowhere. You might find yourself reaching for concealer every morning or avoiding certain lighting because you’re self-conscious about how your skin looks.

At Fix Med Spa, we understand that these visible blood vessels and vascular lesions affect more than just your appearance - they can really impact your confidence. The good news? We can help you achieve the clear, even-toned skin you’ve been hoping for with our advanced Cutera Excel V+ laser system.

Understanding What You’re Dealing With

First, let’s talk about what’s actually happening with your skin. These visible vascular lesions come in different forms:

Spider veins are those thin, web-like red or purple lines that often show up on your face, especially around your nose and cheeks. They’re incredibly common and usually develop from sun damage, genetics, or just natural aging.

Rosacea creates persistent redness, often accompanied by visible blood vessels across your cheeks, nose, forehead, or chin. If you’ve been dealing with a “flushed” look that just won’t go away, this might be what you’re experiencing.

Broken capillaries appear as small red spots or lines, often after trauma to the skin, extreme temperature changes, or even from something as simple as blowing your nose too hard.

Port wine stains and cherry angiomas are birthmarks or growths that can appear anywhere on your body and often become more prominent over time.

Here’s what’s important to know: these aren’t just cosmetic issues you have to live with, and covering them with makeup every day isn’t your only solution. We can actually treat and significantly reduce or eliminate many of these vascular concerns.

How Our Treatment Gives You Back Your Confidence

Our Cutera Excel V+ laser system is specifically designed to target these visible blood vessels with incredible precision. Think of it as having a conversation with your blood vessels - the laser speaks directly to the hemoglobin (the red part of your blood) inside those unwanted vessels.

Here’s what makes our approach so effective: we use two different laser wavelengths that can be customized for your specific skin type and the particular vascular issues you’re dealing with. The shorter wavelength works beautifully on superficial spider veins and broken capillaries near the surface, while the longer wavelength can reach deeper vessels and is safe for all skin tones.

The process itself is pretty fascinating - the laser energy is absorbed by the red blood cells in those visible vessels, which causes them to heat up and collapse. Your body then naturally clears away these collapsed vessels over the following weeks, leaving you with clearer, more even-toned skin.

Most of our patients start noticing improvements within a few weeks of their first treatment, with optimal results typically achieved after 2-4 sessions depending on the size and depth of the vessels being treated.

What Your Treatment Experience Will Be Like

Your Personal Consultation

We’ll start by really listening to your concerns and understanding what’s been bothering you about your skin. Our medical team will examine the areas you want to treat, discuss your medical history, and create a treatment plan that’s tailored specifically to your needs.

If you’re worried about discomfort, we can apply numbing cream about 30 minutes before your session - though many patients find our treatment more comfortable than they expected.

During Your Treatment Session

Here’s what you can expect during the actual treatment: you’ll feel the cooling system activate first (this helps keep you comfortable), followed by quick pulses from the laser. Most patients describe the sensation as a brief, warm snap - like a rubber band against your skin.

Treatment times vary depending on what we’re treating: small facial spider veins might take just 15-20 minutes, while larger areas or multiple concerns could take 30-45 minutes. The cooling system works throughout the entire process to keep you as comfortable as possible.

You might notice that the treated vessels look darker immediately after treatment - don’t worry, this is completely normal and actually a good sign that the laser is working effectively.

Preparing Your Skin for the Best Results

To help ensure your treatment goes smoothly and you get the best possible results:

• Protect your skin from the sun for 4-6 weeks before treatment - this includes avoiding tanning beds and self-tanning products
• Let us know about any medications you’re taking, especially blood thinners, aspirin, or supplements like fish oil (we may ask you to pause these for 48 hours before treatment)
• Skip retinoids and vitamin C serums for about a week beforehand - these can make your skin more sensitive
• Come to your appointment with clean skin - no makeup, lotions, or perfumes on the treatment area
• Stay well-hydrated in the days leading up to your appointment - healthy, hydrated skin responds better to treatment

Taking Care of Your Skin Afterward

Right after your treatment, you might notice some redness or mild swelling in the treated area - this is your skin’s normal response and typically settles down within a few hours to a couple of days.

Here’s how to care for your skin as it heals:

• Apply cold compresses if you experience any swelling - 10 minutes at a time with a clean cloth
• Use gentle, fragrance-free moisturizers to keep your skin comfortable
• Apply arnica gel if you develop any bruising - it can help reduce both bruising and swelling
• Be religious about sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher) - your treated skin will be more sensitive to UV rays
• Take cool or lukewarm showers and avoid hot baths, saunas, or steam rooms for about a week
• Skip intense workouts for 24-48 hours to avoid excessive heat and sweating
• Be patient with the process - you’ll see the treated vessels gradually fade over 2-6 weeks

What You Should Know Before Treatment

Is This Right for You?

We want to make sure you get the safest, most effective treatment possible. Here are some important considerations:

• If you’re pregnant or breastfeeding, we’ll wait until after this special time in your life
• If you have certain medical conditions like blood clotting disorders or autoimmune diseases, we’ll need clearance from your physician first
• If you’re taking photosensitizing medications, we may need to adjust your treatment plan
• If you have very dark skin, we’ll use specific settings to ensure your safety and effectiveness
• If you have a history of keloid scarring, let’s discuss this during your consultation

Treatment Expectations

We believe in being completely honest about what to expect:

• Most patients need 2-4 treatment sessions spaced about 4-6 weeks apart for optimal results
• Some vessels respond faster than others - superficial spider veins often clear quickly, while deeper vessels may take more sessions
• Larger varicose veins typically require different treatments like sclerotherapy
• Some maintenance treatments might be needed over time, especially if you’re prone to developing new vessels
• Complete clearance isn’t always possible, but we can usually achieve significant improvement that makes a real difference in how you feel about your skin

Making Treatment Convenient for You

• Need to reschedule? Just give us 24 hours notice and we’re happy to accommodate
• Same-day cancellations have a $50 fee, but we understand that emergencies happen
• Package pricing is available for multiple sessions and can save you money
• Free touch-up treatments within 90 days if needed
• Flexible scheduling including evenings to work with your busy life
• Free consultations so you can ask all your questions without any pressure

Ready to Feel Confident Again?

You don’t have to keep hiding behind makeup or avoiding certain situations because of visible blood vessels or rosacea. Our team has helped hundreds of patients achieve clearer, more even-toned skin that they feel confident showing off.

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If you experience any unusual symptoms like blistering, significant skin discoloration, or signs of infection after treatment, please contact us immediately. We’re here to support you throughout your entire treatment journey.