5 Ways To Get Rid Of Stubborn Spider Veins

As if stretch marks and cellulite weren’t enough of a pain, many of us also have to deal with spider veins. For those who’ve never experienced them, spider veins are small, visible veins that sit close to the skin’s surface and are typically blue, purple or red in colour. They get the name ‘spider’ as they often resemble a spider web. They shouldn’t be confused with varicose veins, which bulge and are abnormally large in appearance.

Spider veins most commonly appear on the legs or face, so when they do pop up, it’s typical for people to want to get rid of them ASAP. But like most body imperfections, spider veins are hard to budge. That being said, there are some things you can do to prevent and reduce their appearance.

#1 Massage

Spider veins can be caused by a build-up of blood, so massaging the area will help to improve circulation and physically move the blood through dilated surface veins. If you love multi-tasking, use a body oil or lotion as you massage to smooth the appearance of your spider veins AND keep your skin hydrated.

bh recommends: Be genki Serene Body Oil and Shanga Body Yoghurt.

#2 Heal from within

As we all know by now, what we do for our insides is just as important as what we do for the outside. There are three natural ingredients that can help diminish the appearance of spider veins: TTFCAs (total triterpenic fraction), OPCs (oligomeric procyanidins) and ruscus root extract. Together, they work to improve circulation in the legs, strengthen blood vessels and reduce leaking capillaries. By taking Perfect Pins® Oral Capsules ($55, www.perfectpins.com.au) twice daily, you can benefit from these ingredients and manage the symptoms of spider veins.

Learn more about Perfect Pins® here.

#3 Exercise

You’ve probably picked up that good circulation is a huge help when it comes to spider veins - and what better way to get things flowing than with exercise? Physical activities such as jogging, dancing and yoga are particularly great at getting the blood pumping, especially if you’ve been sitting at a desk all day.

#4 Get juicy

Nutritionist Erin Doblo recommends juicing daily and says berries, kale, and citrus fruits with a good layer of white pith are best. “Juicing is a delicious way to use your food as medicine,” she explains. “These specific fruits and vegetables are high in vitamin C and hesperidin, which are the nutrients required to make the ‘glue’ that repairs weak capillaries and veins.”

#5 Cover them

For the spider veins that refuse to budge (or are settling down, but aren’t quite there yet), there are things you can do to cover them. As these types of veins aren’t raised, it’s their blue and red colour that draws attention to them, so using a fake tan is an easy way to camouflage them. For extra coverage, you can also sweep over the area with a matte bronzer to blend with the rest of your skin.

bh recommends: SunFX Caribbean Summer, Salon Tan Face Tan, Sheer Cover Studio Sun-Kissed Bronzing Minerals and Paula’s Choice SunKissed Custom Color Bronzer.

Do you have spider veins? What are your top tips for getting rid of or preventing them?

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68 Member Comments

Jacko 18 Dec 2019 1:30 AM

Though generally harmless, hair-thin blemishes, known as spider veins, can cause some to want to cover up even in the heat. Actually, you can also try a laser spider veins removal, Laser light can destroy the vein without damaging your skin. Then, Spider veins usually disappear in 3 to 6 weeks.

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nadiabai989 12 Jul 2018 6:31 AM

I had spider veins on my face and legs. NOT COOL! I now use the Made from Earth Apple Cider Vinegar Toner, both on my face and the spider veins on my leg. Really good for clearing up redness, age spots & minimizing spider veins. Must have for those us over 50 whose skin is starting to change - this neutralizes your skins ph & doesn't leave it overly dry or too oily. I use it about 5 nights a week to clean my face.

The smell is not the best, it does smell like apple cider vinegar. . .but its worth the results!

BeautifulJusty 11 May 2017 9:09 PM

I know exercise helps a lot, as well as acupuncture. Another great reason to get a massage :)

aoperez 8 Apr 2017 8:52 PM

I get spider veins and apart from the tanning - nothing seems to make them better! I do notice I seem to get more when going jogging regularly but willing to try the perfect pins capsules.

Lots of standing and crossing my legs probably doesn't help tho.

veininstitute 15 Mar 2017 5:14 PM

Hi,

As a specialist Vein clinic we understand how frustrating and painful veins can be. Sometimes these can be a health issue as well as looking unsightly. Certainly covering them or improving your health can help.

Genetics also plays its part as well as pregnancy, and standing on your feet all day.

If you would like to find out more please visit our website at https://www.theveininstitute.com.au/

ThisIsMe 23 Nov 2016 1:39 PM

Good tips but I think these are more for cover up & prevention once you actually have them hard to get rid of without needles ARRGGGHHH!! I have several on my legs hate them :(

june 12 Nov 2016 9:25 PM

I think I will just learn to live with my spider veins. Thanks for this article and I can see I am not alone with this problem.

itslinda 5 Apr 2016 3:06 PM

Great article

Linda_Vesinger 25 Mar 2016 8:38 PM

I have some on my legs, not easy to get rid of them

lynx 6 Nov 2015 2:08 PM

I just wish they were not hereditary .

Petal 15 Sep 2015 12:04 PM

I don't have an issue with spider veins on my body. I'm more concerned about broken capillaries on my face.

Shop A Everyday 15 May 2015 9:18 AM

They can be painful too

Bkz1 15 May 2015 8:13 AM

great article

Yohanna 12 May 2015 7:03 AM

prevention is the key! I do yoga and have no sight of them! Even though is genetic in my family. Also vegan raw whole food diet! For perfect blood vessel health!

southcoastclare 11 May 2015 11:47 AM

Interesting read, I don't have any spider veins.

Thepinkshoe 10 May 2015 11:59 AM

I don't have them but these are some good ideas to keep in mind!

Kassalee 10 May 2015 11:11 AM

Have spider veins on my legs and years ago wasted money on cream that did nothing then oil that did nothing and they've only got slightly worse - I can live with them.

Platinum Ms 10 May 2015 6:31 AM

The heading caught my eye and l was happy to see the different ways to heal - heal within never heard of those 3 different ingredients.

Seezora 9 May 2015 1:48 AM

I got spider veins on my the sides of my feet when I was in my last trimester with my second baby. I was thanking my lucky stars they weren't varicose veins. They seem to be permanent (it was 11 years ago) but because they're on my feet, they're not so noticeable, and I'm okay with them.

Rosie410 9 May 2015 12:00 AM

A friend actually got me onto Perfect Pins a few months ago and I have found a significant difference in the appearance of my legs! I'm a nurse and always on my feet and had started to see more spider veins come up over the years. Since taking Perfect Pins, my veins have faded heaps and I also don't get aching legs anymore!! I highly recommend this to everyone, thanks heaps Perfect Pins!!

Wittyusername 8 May 2015 2:40 PM

Nothing but saline injection will actually remove them.

josella432 8 May 2015 2:08 PM

Rose_P I felt dizzy reading that! I have spider veins but they've never bothered me.

CherryBlossom 8 May 2015 1:04 PM

Ugh, I'm going to try this. I have some tiny veins, but will try this. Thanks.

moncheri 8 May 2015 9:33 AM

Bronzing definitely helps disguise them - I find they are less noticeable when I use a gradual tanning product. I have them on my thighs above and around my knees. hate them!

MelissaFay89 8 May 2015 8:38 AM

Great tips. I thought they couldn't be reversed.

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