all about vascular laser in amsterdam

what is a vascular laser treatment?

The ND:YAG laser emits a specific wavelength that is selectively absorbed by the red pigment (haemoglobin) in your blood vessels. This heats the vessel and causes it to close, after which your body gradually clears it away through its own natural processes.

what makes this vascular laser unique:

• highly effective for redness and couperose
• works quickly and precisely
• no damage to the surrounding skin
• suitable for both superficial and deeper vessels
• a safe method, even under the eyes

Every treatment is tailored to your skin type and the location of the vessels.

who is a vascular laser suitable for?

The ND:YAG laser is ideal for anyone with:

• couperose
• rosacea-related redness
• broken blood vessels (telangiectasia)
• red marks after acne
• diffuse redness on the face
• visible blood vessels under the eyes
• blood vessels around the sides of the nose

Men and women alike can see great results.

vascular laser for the face, couperose and rosacea

vascular laser for couperose

The ND:YAG laser targets both superficial and deeper vessels, reducing the number of visible vessels so your skin looks less red.

vascular laser for rosacea

By closing overactive blood vessels and calming inflammation, the treatment can help reduce flare-ups.

vascular laser under the eyes

Very fine blood vessels can become visible under the eyes. The vascular laser can treat them safely, leaving the skin looking brighter and more even.

what can you expect?

during the treatment:

• you’ll feel brief warm or prickling sensations
• the vessel may darken straight away (this is normal)

after the treatment:

• mild redness or swelling (usually gone within a few hours)
• vessels may look darker for a while
• within 1–3 weeks, the vessels fade or disappear

For stubborn or more widespread redness, several sessions may be needed.

experiences with vascular laser at uma clinic

after a vascular laser treatment, our clients notice:

• calmer, more even skin
• less redness on the cheeks and nose
• fewer visible blood vessels
• brighter skin under the eyes
• fewer rosacea flare-ups

Many clients see a visible difference after just one session.

before and aftercare

before the treatment:

• avoid sun and self-tanner for 2 weeks beforehand
• no retinol or acids for 48 hours beforehand

after the treatment:

• mild redness is normal
• cool the skin if needed
• use SPF 50 every day
• avoid sauna, hot showers and intense exercise for 24–48 hours
• don’t scratch scabs or darkened vessels

vascular laser vs other treatments

• ND:YAG laser: the best choice for prominent individual vessels
• IPL: suitable for diffuse redness
• CO2 laser: better suited to texture and wrinkles

During your complimentary consultation, we’ll work out which treatment best suits your skin and your type of redness.

how many treatments do I need?

On average:

• 1–3 sessions
• 4–6 weeks apart

It all depends on your skin type and how pronounced the vessels are.

is a vascular laser treatment painful?

Most people describe it as a small elastic band snapping against the skin. Quick and sharp, but easy to tolerate.