Vascular laser targets the haemoglobin in dilated vessels without damaging the surrounding skin: the vessel closes and the body gradually clears it. It is used for broken capillaries and facial redness, the vascular component of rosacea, ruby and spider angiomas, small vessels on the sides of the nose and small spider veins on the legs. In Marrakech, Dr Sara Zahid, a dermatologist in Guéliz, starts with a diagnosis, because redness is not always a vessel problem, then treats with the Fotona Nd:YAG laser, suited to dark skin types. One to three sessions are generally enough.
A laser whose light is absorbed by haemoglobin, the red pigment in blood. The heat produced in the vessel closes it without reaching the surrounding skin; the body then reabsorbs it over a few weeks. Wavelength, pulse duration and cooling are set according to the size and depth of the vessel and the colour of the skin.
Broken capillaries and facial erythrosis (persistent redness of the cheeks and nose), the vascular component of rosacea, ruby angiomas (small raised red spots, common with age), spider angiomas (star-shaped), telangiectasias of the sides of the nose and chin, and small spider veins of the legs. Diagnosis always comes before treatment.
In rosacea, laser treats visible vessels and redness, but does not cure the disease. Flares of spots, skin sensitivity and inflammatory redness call for core medical treatment (suitable care, medicines), with which laser is combined. The rosacea page details this care.
Laser treats small superficial vessels, fine "spider veins" (telangiectasias). Swollen, prominent veins, "varicose veins", are for a vascular doctor to assess, who may use a Doppler ultrasound, sclerotherapy or other techniques; they are not treated by laser alone. If your situation falls into this category, the dermatologist refers you.
The clinic has the Fotona SP Dynamis Nx Line platform, whose Nd:YAG is used for vascular lesions. Its wavelength penetrates deeper and is less absorbed by melanin, which allows olive skin to be treated more safely, with individualised settings and built-in cooling.
After consultation and cleaning of the area, goggles protect the eyes. The laser is passed over the targeted vessels, with a tingling or small rubber-band snap sensation, relieved by cooling. A session generally lasts 15 to 30 minutes. Transient redness of 24 to 48 hours is common; small scabs or bruises are possible and disappear within a few days.
One to three sessions are generally needed depending on the indication, extent and size of the vessels; improvement is often visible from the first. The laser treats the vessels present, not the predisposition: new vessels can appear over time, especially with sun exposure or rosacea, hence the value of maintenance and sun protection.
Avoid sun, tanning and UV before and after sessions, and apply sunscreen. Report photosensitising treatment, anticoagulant treatment, active herpes or damaged skin. Laser is postponed during pregnancy. The ideal time is autumn or winter, when the skin is less exposed to the sun.
Sun, heat, sudden changes in temperature, certain prolonged topical treatments and family tendency favour redness and broken capillaries. The dermatologist advises on which care to favour and which to avoid, with a gentle routine and daily sun protection, particularly useful in Marrakech.
At the Skin & Aesthetic Clinic, in Guéliz, with Dr Sara Zahid, dermatologist, by appointment, in French, English or Arabic. A consultation precedes any treatment; a detailed quote is given before any procedure, with no single displayed price.
A laser absorbed by haemoglobin that selectively closes small dilated vessels, without damaging the surrounding skin.
Broken capillaries, facial redness, the vascular component of rosacea, ruby and spider angiomas, vessels on the sides of the nose and small spider veins of the legs.
It causes a tingling or small rubber-band sensation, eased by cooling. Sessions are short, 15 to 30 minutes in general.
One to three in general, depending on the indication and extent. Improvement is often visible from the first.
No, it treats visible vessels and redness; rosacea also needs core treatment, adjusted by the dermatologist.
Not varicose veins, meaning swollen veins, which are for a vascular doctor. It treats small superficial spider veins; the dermatologist refers you if needed.
Treated vessels do not come back, but new ones can appear over time, especially with sun or rosacea. Sun protection and maintenance limit this risk.
Yes. The clinic's Nd:YAG is suited to olive and dark skin, with individualised settings.
Transient redness of 24 to 48 hours, sometimes small scabs or bruises that disappear within a few days. Avoid sun and apply sunscreen.
It is better to avoid it: laser is for untanned skin. Autumn and winter are the ideal seasons in Marrakech.
The price is given by the clinic after the consultation, as it depends on the area and extent. A detailed quote is given before any procedure; there is no single displayed price.
At the Skin & Aesthetic Clinic, in Guéliz, with Dr Sara Zahid, dermatologist, by appointment, in French, English or Arabic.
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