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Can You Treat Redness & Broken Capillaries on the Body?
Most people know we can treat redness on the face — things like rosacea, broken capillaries, or scattered vascular spots. But what about the chest, neck, shoulders, arms, and body?
The short answer:
Yes, vascular lesions on the body can be treated with laser.
The longer answer:
There are a few important things you need to understand so you can make the right decision for your goals — especially because the body heals differently than the face.
At Austin Laser Solutions, our goal is not just to treat the skin. Our goal is to make sure you feel educated, confident, and prepared before committing to any treatment plan.
Let’s break it down.
Why Do Vascular Lesions Show Up on the Body?
Common causes include:
- Sun exposure (especially chest + shoulders)
- Long-term heat exposure
- Aging + collagen breakdown
- Hormonal changes
- Genetics
- Previous trauma or inflammation to the skin
One condition we see often is Poikiloderma of Civatte — a mix of redness, tiny vessels, and brown discoloration on the neck and chest. Many clients assume it’s rosacea, but it’s actually sun-induced pigment + vascular damage.
What Results Can You Expect?
Clients typically notice:
- Reduction in redness
- Fewer visible capillaries
- More even skin tone
- Brighter, clearer skin
Most people need a series of treatments, spaced 4–6 weeks apart, with maintenance once or twice a year for long-term results.
Important Risk to Understand: Light Spots Can Appear
The skin on the body holds more underlying pigment than the face.
Because of that, when we treat vascular lesions with light energy, there is a risk of lifting surrounding pigment and leaving a lighter spot in that area.
It’s not medically concerning — but it can be long-lasting or even permanent.
Some clients don’t mind this at all and care more about getting rid of the redness. Others care more about keeping their pigment consistent.
Neither preference is wrong. But it must be discussed before treatment.
What Device Do We Use?
BBL HERO (Primary Device for Redness + Pigment on the Body)
For redness, visible vessels, and mixed pigment on the body, we use the BBL HERO — one of the most advanced light-based systems for brightening pigment, diffusing redness, and improving overall tone.
For mixed pigment + vascular (like poikiloderma), we use a 2-step approach:
- First: We target the redness and vessels to calm the red component.
- Second: We target the brown pigment and sun damage to lift and brighten.
This gives the most complete improvement because poikiloderma is both red and brown.
When Clear + Brilliant Is the Better Option
Some clients prioritize keeping their pigment uniform and want to avoid even a small chance of white spots.
For those clients, Clear + Brilliant is often the safer, more predictable choice. It doesn’t aggressively treat vessels, but it:
- Brightens pigment
- Improves texture
- Blends uneven tone
- Helps give a more uniform overall appearance
C+B is ideal when the priority is to improve color safely without aggressively treating the vascular component.
How We Help You Choose What’s Right
Before treatment, we’ll ask:
“What matters most to you — getting rid of the vessels, or keeping pigment perfectly even?”
| Your Priority | Best Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Get rid of the red vessels no matter what | BBL Hero for vascular correction |
| Keep pigment uniform + avoid white spots | Clear + Brilliant or non-vascular based options |
| Both matter equally & you’re ensure | Start conservatively or test a small area first |
Who Is a Good Candidate?
You’re likely a good candidate if:
- You have visible redness or tiny broken capillaries
- You’re Fitzpatrick I–III
- You accept possible lightening in order to remove redness
- You want long-term improvement and can commit to a series
You may not be a candidate if:
- You’re Fitzpatrick V–VI
- Uniform pigment matters more than removing redness
- You want a guaranteed zero-risk treatment (no laser can promise that)
Recognizing your Fitzpatrick Skin Type is about optimizing results.
What About Pain & Downtime?
- Pain level: very tolerable (warm rubber band snap)
- Downtime: minimal
- Post-care: avoid heat, sun, workouts, and active skincare for a few days
- Redness may temporarily darken before clearing
Bottom Line
Yes — you can treat vascular lesions on the body.
It can dramatically reduce redness and broken capillaries.
There is a real risk of lighter spots afterward.
The best treatment depends entirely on your goals + priorities.
Our job is to educate you.
Your job is to decide what matters most for your skin.
Thinking About Treating Redness on Your Chest or Body?
We’d love to assess your skin and help you choose the safest, most effective plan for your priorities.
Serving Austin, Bee Cave & Sunset Valley. Book a consult anytime.
