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If you are encountering thread veins on the legs, finding a cream sounds like the ideal treatment.<\/p>\n
However, while there are creams available on the market, it’s important to understand that there is unfortunately no scientific evidence to support the claims that any topical cream can effectively treat thread veins.<\/p>\n
Therefore there is no definitive answer to the question of the “best” thread vein cream for legs.<\/p>\n
In fact, many medical organisations, including the American Academy of Dermatology, warn against using these products, as they are often ineffective and may even irritate the skin.<\/p>\n
The Standard recently investigated the options for leg vein creams and two experts stressed the limited benefit of applying any external creams in treatment of thread veins, as they’re unlikely to penetrate deeply enough to tackle the root cause of visible blood vessels.<\/p>\n
Instead, the experts recommended professional treatments such as laser or sclerotherapy (injections) to destroy the veins causing them to collapse so that blood flows through deeper, healthier veins instead. They also advocated use of compression stockings to prevent veins from worsening.<\/p>\n
https:\/\/www.standard.co.uk\/shopping\/esbest\/beauty\/skincare\/best-cream-for-spider-veins-b1121432.html<\/a><\/p>\n While acknowledging that a cream is not going to fix thread veins, the experts did suggest that they may be an option for use alongside professional treatment.<\/p>\n Key useful ingredients to look out for include Vitamin K<\/a> or Arnica, a anti-inflammatory which may help prevent bruising and also reduce swelling and bruising post-procedure.<\/p>\n Alternatively, it has been suggested that horse chestnut<\/a> may improve symptoms associated such as swelling, itching, and discomfort, although these symptoms tend to indicate more serious varicose veins rather than thread veins.<\/p>\n The feature in The Standard rounded up the latest offerings. Their list of suggestions included a tanning gel, supplements and a couple of creams intended for facial capillaries\/spider veins.<\/p>\n Here are some of the reasons why thread vein creams are not effective:<\/p>\n If you are considering using a thread vein cream, it is important to understand the limitations and be realistic about your expectations.<\/p>\n Why not talk to a doctor first. They can recommend other options that may be more effective and help you weigh the risks and benefits.<\/p>\n If you are concerned about thread veins, laser therapy or sclerotherapy are clinically proven methods of dealing with unwanted vein problems.<\/p>\nCreams for thread veins<\/h2>\n
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Why a cream won’t get rid of thread veins<\/h2>\n
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\nTopical creams cannot penetrate deeply enough to reach the blood vessels where thread veins form.<\/li>\n
\nEven if a cream could reach the blood vessels,\u00a0the ingredients are typically not strong enough to damage or shrink them.<\/li>\n
\nSome people experience redness,\u00a0itching,\u00a0or burning after using these products.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nHow to get rid of thread veins<\/h2>\n
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