Vascular lesions are normal veins that have dilated under the influence of increased venous pressure. As we age, valves in our leg veins become less efficient, so less blood is pumped back from the legs. This means blood vessels in our legs become larger, darker and more visible. In severe cases, varicose veins may form, and may require surgical treatment (vein stripping). Other vessels can be treated by injection (sclerotherapy). Smaller vessels (leg talangiectasias) are often treated by our Ellipse Nd YAG laser.
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Vascular lesions are normal veins that have dilated under the influence of increased venous pressure. As we age, valves in our leg veins become less efficient, so less blood is pumped back from the legs. This means blood vessels in our legs become larger, darker and more visible. In severe cases, varicose veins may form, and may require surgical treatment (vein stripping). Other vessels can be treated by injection (sclerotherapy). Smaller vessels (leg telangiectasia) are often treated by our Ellipse Nd YAG laser.
The machine uses a precisely calculated pulse of laser energy, exactly directed to the vessel being treated. This causes the blood inside the vessel to heat up; causing the wall of the vessel to collapse. The vessel is reabsorbed naturally by your white blood cells. The skin surrounding the vessel is not affected by the treatment.
This depends on the size of your leg vessels, and also on your medical history. Your skin specialist can advise if your vessels are too large for treatment or if you have one of the pre-existing medical conditions that may make you unsuitable for this type of treatment. A consultation and patch test must be carried out prior to your treatment, please book your patch test by contacting us.
This will vary depending on the area being treated, however treatment times could take anything from 15 mins to 45 mins.
Ellipse leg vein treatment uses the latest in cooling techniques - SoftCool, to minimise discomfort and protect the surrounding skin. Most people find that treatment of smaller vessels is practically pain free. Even treatment of larger vessels is only mildly uncomfortable. The results are worth it, the Ellipse machine is known to hurt less than those from most other Nd:YAG systems due to the cooling application.
Smaller vessels may disappear immediately after treatment, larger ones fade away more gradually over the next few weeks. Normally clients experience a little redness and/or swelling (lasting up to 2 days) in the treated area. Rarely blood may collect in the treated vessel. In this case your skin specialist will most likely request that you call back two days after your treatment.
This depends on the number of vessels to be treated. A single treatment is typical for most individual vessels, though some larger ones may need more treatments. Your skin specialist will be able to make a more accurate assessment following examination.
A consultation and patch test must be carried out prior to your treatment, please book your patch test by clicking on the following link… You must refrain from smoking 4 hours prior to your treatment and stop taking anti-inflammatories 7 days before your treatment. It is important to avoid tanning (sun, solarium or self-tanning cream) 30-60 days before and during the treatment period. Tanned skin will absorb more light which will make the treatment more painful and will put you at risk of burning. People with sensitive skin may benefit from using 100% pure Aloe Vera Gel for a few days after treatment. We recommend you limit sun exposure and use a sunscreen (SPF 50) for a few weeks following treatment.
Clinical trials documenting Ellipse’s safety and effectiveness were carried out by leading doctors prior to the release of the product. The results of these tests are then published in respected, refereed medical journals. You are welcome to view these scientific papers on the Ellipse website at www.ellipse.org. Ellipse offers a clinically proven effective treatment to remove leg veins, either on its own or as a follow up treatment to sclerotherapy. Whereas classical IPL works for certain smaller leg veins, it is generally accepted that Nd:YAG technology is much more effective than IPL for the majority of leg veins. Research has shown that an Ellipse Nd:YAG treatment is suitable for resistant telangiectasia (those that reappear after IPL treatment).
We are a fully trained and authorised Ellipse IPL treatment centre. We have specialist Ellipse IPL therapists who are dedicated to providing personalised aesthetic treatments designed to address a wide range of skin care issues for the face and body. Their training, knowledge and expertise match their personal abilities and commitment to delivering safe and ethical treatments. Our hygiene standards are excellent and the environment is very relaxing. All the top brands in the industry are used alongside such attention to care. Aura Beauty has received awards 10 years in a row for 5 star client care satisfaction along with being highly rated amongst Google Reviews.
The cost of the Leg Vein removal treatment is dependant on the area treated. Generally prices start from £150 per session, prices are always confirmed prior to you treatment. Please do not hesitate to contact the clinic for more pricing options on 020-7490 4999. A consultation and patch test must be carried out prior to your treatment, please book your patch test by contacting us.
Consultation & Patch Test: 30 minutes - £50 (refundable if treatment is booked)