SKIN CONCERN
Redness and Visible Vessels
Redness and Visible Vessels
Redness and Visible Vessels
Redness can appear as temporary flushing, persistent facial redness, visible vessels or marks remaining after inflammation. Identifying the pattern matters because different types of redness may require different treatment approaches.
Redness can appear as temporary flushing, persistent facial redness, visible vessels or marks remaining after inflammation. Identifying the pattern matters because different types of redness may require different treatment approaches.
What best describes your redness?
What best describes your redness?
Choose the pattern that most closely resembles your concern. Redness can have several possible causes, so professional assessment may be important when it is persistent, worsening, uncomfortable or difficult to identify.
Choose the pattern that most closely resembles your concern. Redness can have several possible causes, so professional assessment may be important when it is persistent, worsening, uncomfortable or difficult to identify.
FLUSHING THAT COMES AND GOES
Episodes of facial redness triggered by heat, exercise, alcohol, spicy food, emotions or temperature changes.
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PERSISTENT FACIAL REDNESS
Redness that remains visible across areas such as the cheeks, nose, chin or central face.
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VISIBLE CAPILLARIES OR FACIAL VESSELS
Fine red, purple or branching vessels visible beneath the skin, commonly around the nose or cheeks.
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RED MARKS AFTER ACNE OR INFLAMMATION
Flat red or pink marks that remain after a breakout, irritation or another inflammatory skin concern.
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REDNESS WITH BUMPS, BURNING OR SENSITIVITY
Redness occurring alongside inflammatory bumps, stinging, burning, dryness or increased skin sensitivity.
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I’M NOT SURE
Different redness patterns can look similar even when the underlying cause and most appropriate treatment are different.
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Why the redness pattern matters
Why the redness pattern matters
Temporary flushing, persistent redness, visible vessels and inflammatory redness are not necessarily the same concern. A treatment that targets visible blood vessels may not address active inflammation, sensitivity or the triggers causing repeated flushing.
Temporary flushing, persistent redness, visible vessels and inflammatory redness are not necessarily the same concern. A treatment that targets visible blood vessels may not address active inflammation, sensitivity or the triggers causing repeated flushing.
Treatment approaches by redness pattern
Treatment approaches by redness pattern
These are general educational pathways. The most appropriate option depends on the redness pattern, possible underlying cause, vessel size and depth, skin characteristics and individual treatment history.
These are general educational pathways. The most appropriate option depends on the redness pattern, possible underlying cause, vessel size and depth, skin characteristics and individual treatment history.
01
IDENTIFY TRIGGERS + SUPPORT BARRIER
Flushing that comes and goes
Episodes of facial redness triggered by heat, exercise, alcohol, spicy food, emotions or temperature changes.
START HERE
Identify and manage individual triggers
Begin with trigger management, barrier-supporting skin care and professional assessment if flushing is frequent or worsening.
CONSIDER NEXT
Selected vascular laser or light treatment
When it may fit: when flushing patterns and assessment suggest a vascular treatment may be appropriate.
Medical management
When it may fit: when an inflammatory condition is suspected or needs assessment.
WHY THIS ORDER
Treatment results for flushing can be less predictable than treatment of fixed, visible vessels. Identifying triggers and any underlying inflammatory condition may be an important first step.
01
IDENTIFY TRIGGERS + SUPPORT BARRIER
Flushing that comes and goes
Episodes of facial redness triggered by heat, exercise, alcohol, spicy food, emotions or temperature changes.
START HERE
Identify and manage individual triggers
Begin with trigger management, barrier-supporting skin care and professional assessment if flushing is frequent or worsening.
CONSIDER NEXT
Selected vascular laser or light treatment
When it may fit: when flushing patterns and assessment suggest a vascular treatment may be appropriate.
Medical management
When it may fit: when an inflammatory condition is suspected or needs assessment.
WHY THIS ORDER
Treatment results for flushing can be less predictable than treatment of fixed, visible vessels. Identifying triggers and any underlying inflammatory condition may be an important first step.
01
IDENTIFY TRIGGERS + SUPPORT BARRIER
Flushing that comes and goes
Episodes of facial redness triggered by heat, exercise, alcohol, spicy food, emotions or temperature changes.
START HERE
Identify and manage individual triggers
Begin with trigger management, barrier-supporting skin care and professional assessment if flushing is frequent or worsening.
CONSIDER NEXT
Selected vascular laser or light treatment
When it may fit: when flushing patterns and assessment suggest a vascular treatment may be appropriate.
Medical management
When it may fit: when an inflammatory condition is suspected or needs assessment.
WHY THIS ORDER
Treatment results for flushing can be less predictable than treatment of fixed, visible vessels. Identifying triggers and any underlying inflammatory condition may be an important first step.
02
TARGET VASCULAR REDNESS
Persistent facial redness
Redness that remains visible across areas such as the cheeks, nose, chin or central face.
START HERE
Vascular laser or IPL
Vascular laser or IPL may be considered for diffuse persistent redness.
CONSIDER NEXT
Barrier-supporting skin care
When it may fit: when skin sensitivity or barrier support also needs attention.
Management of underlying inflammation
When it may fit: when active inflammation needs to be stabilised first.
Combination treatment
When it may fit: when more than one contributing factor is being addressed.
WHY THIS ORDER
Diffuse persistent redness may respond to vascular laser or light-based treatment, but active inflammation and skin sensitivity may need to be stabilised first.
02
TARGET VASCULAR REDNESS
Persistent facial redness
Redness that remains visible across areas such as the cheeks, nose, chin or central face.
START HERE
Vascular laser or IPL
Vascular laser or IPL may be considered for diffuse persistent redness.
CONSIDER NEXT
Barrier-supporting skin care
When it may fit: when skin sensitivity or barrier support also needs attention.
Management of underlying inflammation
When it may fit: when active inflammation needs to be stabilised first.
Combination treatment
When it may fit: when more than one contributing factor is being addressed.
WHY THIS ORDER
Diffuse persistent redness may respond to vascular laser or light-based treatment, but active inflammation and skin sensitivity may need to be stabilised first.
02
TARGET VASCULAR REDNESS
Persistent facial redness
Redness that remains visible across areas such as the cheeks, nose, chin or central face.
START HERE
Vascular laser or IPL
Vascular laser or IPL may be considered for diffuse persistent redness.
CONSIDER NEXT
Barrier-supporting skin care
When it may fit: when skin sensitivity or barrier support also needs attention.
Management of underlying inflammation
When it may fit: when active inflammation needs to be stabilised first.
Combination treatment
When it may fit: when more than one contributing factor is being addressed.
WHY THIS ORDER
Diffuse persistent redness may respond to vascular laser or light-based treatment, but active inflammation and skin sensitivity may need to be stabilised first.
03
TARGET DISTINCT VESSELS
Visible capillaries or facial vessels
Fine red, purple or branching vessels visible beneath the skin, commonly around the nose or cheeks.
START HERE
Vascular laser
A targeted vascular laser may be considered for distinct visible vessels.
CONSIDER NEXT
IPL
When it may fit: when redness is more widespread.
Combination treatment for mixed diffuse redness and individual vessels
When it may fit: when both diffuse redness and distinct vessels are contributing.
WHY THIS ORDER
The preferred technology depends on the vessel’s size, colour, depth and location. A targeted vascular laser may be more appropriate for distinct vessels, while IPL may be considered when redness is more widespread.
03
TARGET DISTINCT VESSELS
Visible capillaries or facial vessels
Fine red, purple or branching vessels visible beneath the skin, commonly around the nose or cheeks.
START HERE
Vascular laser
A targeted vascular laser may be considered for distinct visible vessels.
CONSIDER NEXT
IPL
When it may fit: when redness is more widespread.
Combination treatment for mixed diffuse redness and individual vessels
When it may fit: when both diffuse redness and distinct vessels are contributing.
WHY THIS ORDER
The preferred technology depends on the vessel’s size, colour, depth and location. A targeted vascular laser may be more appropriate for distinct vessels, while IPL may be considered when redness is more widespread.
03
TARGET DISTINCT VESSELS
Visible capillaries or facial vessels
Fine red, purple or branching vessels visible beneath the skin, commonly around the nose or cheeks.
START HERE
Vascular laser
A targeted vascular laser may be considered for distinct visible vessels.
CONSIDER NEXT
IPL
When it may fit: when redness is more widespread.
Combination treatment for mixed diffuse redness and individual vessels
When it may fit: when both diffuse redness and distinct vessels are contributing.
WHY THIS ORDER
The preferred technology depends on the vessel’s size, colour, depth and location. A targeted vascular laser may be more appropriate for distinct vessels, while IPL may be considered when redness is more widespread.
04
CONTROL INFLAMMATION FIRST
Red marks after acne or inflammation
Flat red or pink marks that remain after a breakout, irritation or another inflammatory skin concern.
START HERE
Control any ongoing acne or inflammation
Allow time for natural fading where appropriate once the underlying inflammation is controlled.
CONSIDER NEXT
Vascular laser
When it may fit: once the underlying inflammation is controlled.
IPL
When it may fit: once the underlying inflammation is controlled and a light-based approach is being considered.
Selected gentle skin-renewal treatments
When it may fit: once the underlying inflammation is controlled and surface renewal is also relevant.
WHY THIS ORDER
Red post-inflammatory marks are different from brown post-inflammatory pigmentation. Treatments aimed at vascular redness may be considered once the underlying inflammation is controlled.
04
CONTROL INFLAMMATION FIRST
Red marks after acne or inflammation
Flat red or pink marks that remain after a breakout, irritation or another inflammatory skin concern.
START HERE
Control any ongoing acne or inflammation
Allow time for natural fading where appropriate once the underlying inflammation is controlled.
CONSIDER NEXT
Vascular laser
When it may fit: once the underlying inflammation is controlled.
IPL
When it may fit: once the underlying inflammation is controlled and a light-based approach is being considered.
Selected gentle skin-renewal treatments
When it may fit: once the underlying inflammation is controlled and surface renewal is also relevant.
WHY THIS ORDER
Red post-inflammatory marks are different from brown post-inflammatory pigmentation. Treatments aimed at vascular redness may be considered once the underlying inflammation is controlled.
04
CONTROL INFLAMMATION FIRST
Red marks after acne or inflammation
Flat red or pink marks that remain after a breakout, irritation or another inflammatory skin concern.
START HERE
Control any ongoing acne or inflammation
Allow time for natural fading where appropriate once the underlying inflammation is controlled.
CONSIDER NEXT
Vascular laser
When it may fit: once the underlying inflammation is controlled.
IPL
When it may fit: once the underlying inflammation is controlled and a light-based approach is being considered.
Selected gentle skin-renewal treatments
When it may fit: once the underlying inflammation is controlled and surface renewal is also relevant.
WHY THIS ORDER
Red post-inflammatory marks are different from brown post-inflammatory pigmentation. Treatments aimed at vascular redness may be considered once the underlying inflammation is controlled.
05
STABILISE INFLAMMATION
Redness with bumps, burning or sensitivity
Redness occurring alongside inflammatory bumps, stinging, burning, dryness or increased skin sensitivity.
START HERE
Professional skin or medical assessment
Stabilise inflammation and support the skin barrier before treating visible redness alone.
CONSIDER NEXT
Medical management
When it may fit: when inflammatory bumps, burning, stinging or marked sensitivity are present.
Vascular laser or IPL
When it may fit: once the skin is sufficiently stable.
Combination treatment
When it may fit: when more than one contributing concern needs to be addressed.
WHY THIS ORDER
When redness occurs with bumps, burning, stinging or marked sensitivity, treating the visible redness alone may not address the underlying concern.
05
STABILISE INFLAMMATION
Redness with bumps, burning or sensitivity
Redness occurring alongside inflammatory bumps, stinging, burning, dryness or increased skin sensitivity.
START HERE
Professional skin or medical assessment
Stabilise inflammation and support the skin barrier before treating visible redness alone.
CONSIDER NEXT
Medical management
When it may fit: when inflammatory bumps, burning, stinging or marked sensitivity are present.
Vascular laser or IPL
When it may fit: once the skin is sufficiently stable.
Combination treatment
When it may fit: when more than one contributing concern needs to be addressed.
WHY THIS ORDER
When redness occurs with bumps, burning, stinging or marked sensitivity, treating the visible redness alone may not address the underlying concern.
05
STABILISE INFLAMMATION
Redness with bumps, burning or sensitivity
Redness occurring alongside inflammatory bumps, stinging, burning, dryness or increased skin sensitivity.
START HERE
Professional skin or medical assessment
Stabilise inflammation and support the skin barrier before treating visible redness alone.
CONSIDER NEXT
Medical management
When it may fit: when inflammatory bumps, burning, stinging or marked sensitivity are present.
Vascular laser or IPL
When it may fit: once the skin is sufficiently stable.
Combination treatment
When it may fit: when more than one contributing concern needs to be addressed.
WHY THIS ORDER
When redness occurs with bumps, burning, stinging or marked sensitivity, treating the visible redness alone may not address the underlying concern.
Not every treatment for redness works in the same way
Not every treatment for redness works in the same way
Vascular lasers and IPL may both be used for facial redness, but they do not necessarily target every vessel or redness pattern equally. Vessel depth, size, distribution and the presence of inflammation can influence which approach is more appropriate.
Treat the Concern, Not the Device.
Not sure which redness pattern sounds like yours?
Not sure which redness pattern sounds like yours?
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