How to Solve Spider Vein Problems

People want to look young and vibrant for as long as they can. But having spider veins can make many them feel old and lose self-confidence. Weight gain, heredity, poor circulation, pregnancy and just aging are some of the factors that cause spider veins. Fortunately, many options are available to help people regain their youthful appearance. From masking them with concealers, wearing support stockings, or clinical procedures like sclerotherapy or laser surgery, there is an option for just about everyone.

Things You'll Need

• Makeup concealer
• Dark stockings
• Support stockings
• Doctor appointment

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Instructions

• 1

  Purchase a concealer and apply it to your spider veins. Any foundation makeup should be fine. Try an inexpensive drug store brand for the legs and a better cosmetic product for the face. Match the color of the foundation to your skin color. Apply a small amount onto the affected area and blend it in to hide the spider veins. A concealer is a good choice for when you wear shorts or want a bare skin look. Find a waterproof variety to wear at the beach.

• 2

  Purchase a pair of dark stockings. These will cover up your spider veins. And dark stockings generally look good with any style of clothing. Try different brands and colors, from sheers to opaques, and even stockings with designs or prints. You'll discover that stockings are really quite versatile.

• 3

  Purchase a pair of support hose. No, these are not just for your grandma. These stockings can do a great job masking spider veins on the legs, and they also feel great. They are especially wonderful for people who are on their feet all day, and may even help control those spider veins.

• 4

  Go to a doctor who specializes in sclerotherapy. This is an outpatient medical treatment that involves injecting a dissolving agent into the spider veins. It is a highly successful treatment, although needle-phobic people may shy away from this procedure. Repeat treatments may be necessary, or you may be free of spider veins for years.

• 5

  Go to a doctor who specializes in laser surgery. This outpatient procedure doesn't involve needles and it also boasts a high success rate. You can have a pain-free treatment and have those sexy legs back too.