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Within the RED concept of Medicadermis in The Hague, I focus on various forms of redness and vascular abnormalities, such as rosacea, diffuse redness, and visible capillaries.

You are bothered by redness. And I understand that very well. Redness in the skin is often undesirable and can be perceived as bothersome, especially when the skin reacts quickly, is sensitive, or looks visibly irritated.

Therefore, RED combines a combination of treatments and product advice, aimed at skin conditions in which redness plays the main role.

Should your skin require a treatment that falls outside the area of expertise of our skin therapist, we collaborate interdisciplinarily with other specialists. In this way, we guarantee that you receive the best care.

Do you suffer from persistent redness, rosacea, or visible blood vessels?

I would be happy to help you look for a suitable treatment.

Which forms of redness fall under the RED category?

From couperose to visible leg veins and both superficial and deep-seated capillaries, our RED program offers a personalized and effective approach to these specific skin challenges:

Rosacea: This is a chronic skin condition that causes redness and visible blood vessels in the face. Medicadermis' IPL and vascular lasers are powerful, meet the highest standards, and can help reduce redness by treating the small blood vessels. Treatments such as IPL or laser therapy, targeting the vessels, can lead to a decrease in skin inflammation and significantly improve skin texture. Read more about rosacea treatment in The Hague. It is less well known that rosacea can affect not only the skin, but also the eyelids and eyes. Symptoms such as dry eyes, burning, a gritty feeling, eyelid margin inflammation (blepharitis), and meibomian gland dysfunction occur regularly in people with rosacea. Would you like to know more about this? Then read on the page. dry eyes and eyelid margin complaints in The Hague.
Rosacea (Telangiectasia): This involves permanently dilated small blood vessels that are primarily visible on the cheeks and nose, and is often seen as a symptom of rosacea. Treatment with vascular lasers or IPL helps minimize these blood vessels by coagulating them, resulting in reduced redness.
Spider nevi (spider angiomas): These are spiderweb-like vascular networks that usually occur on the face and legs. Laser treatments can effectively reduce these networks by selectively heating the capillaries and thus making them disappear.
Cherry angiomas: Small, red moles that can occur anywhere on the body. These are often bright red to purple and usually appear in people over the age of 30. Laser treatments can safely remove these spots by coagulating the blood vessels.
Port wine stains (nevus flammeus): Congenital, often purplish-red spots caused by blood vessels in the skin. Laser treatments can significantly fade these spots by targeting the blood vessels.
Venous lakes: Small, blue spots that usually appear on the lips, caused by dilated blood vessels. These can be effectively treated with vascular lasers that coagulate the vessels and thus reduce their visibility.
Poikiloderma of Civatte: This often occurs on the neck and the sides of the neck, and sometimes on the face. It is characterized by a mix of hyperpigmentation, hypopigmentation, telangiectasias, and atrophy.Treatments can target the vascular abnormalities within this condition to reduce visible redness and capillaries.
Besenreiser veins: These small, red or purple veins are usually located close to the skin surface and are often seen as a network of fine lines or dots, similar to the veins in a brush (hence the name "besenreiser", which means "brush-broom blood vessel" in German).
Redness and discomfort around the eyes: Redness is not always limited to the skin of the face. In some people, rosacea and vascular reactivity are accompanied by complaints regarding the eyelids and eyes. Scientific research describes a relationship between rosacea, eyelid margin inflammation (blepharitis), meibomian gland dysfunction, and dry eyes. This can lead to symptoms such as burning, irritation, a gritty feeling, tired eyes, or excessive tearing. Therefore, during a consultation, I look not only at the visible redness of the skin but also at factors that can affect the skin around the eyes and the eyelid margins. Would you like to know more about dry eyes, meibomian glands, and eyelid margin complaints? Then read on the page. dry eyes and eyelid margin complaints in The Hague.
Skin therapy for varicose veins
Varicose veins fall under a different category of problems and can be a symptom of Chronic Venous Insufficiency (CVI). This is a condition in which the valves in the veins of the legs do not function properly, preventing blood from flowing back to the heart efficiently. It can lead to an increase in visible veins on the legs, as well as symptoms such as swelling, pain, and cramps. Light and laser therapy are not a solution for this, but at Medicadermis, we can treat the symptoms of CVI through compression therapy. We collaborate with the general practitioner in this regard.
- Regular physical activity, such as walking or cycling, and avoiding prolonged standing or sitting can significantly help reduce symptoms.
- Wearing compression stockings is an essential part of the treatment of CVI. Compression helps to improve blood circulation, reduce swelling, and relieve symptoms such as pain and fatigue. The stockings are measured specifically for you, ensuring you have the best-fitting stockings.
- Regular physical activity, such as walking or swimming, can improve blood circulation and reduce the symptoms of CVI. Exercises that strengthen the calf muscles, such as calf exercises, can also be helpful.
- In addition to compression therapy using, for example, compression stockings, elevating the legs above heart level is very effective. Avoiding tight clothing and prolonged standing or sitting help to alleviate symptoms that may accompany venous complaints.
Causes of Redness on the Face and Elsewhere on the Body.
Redness in the face and visible veins on the legs are common skin conditions that can have various causes:
- Genetic factors: Many people have a natural susceptibility to certain skin conditions such as rosacea, which is often genetically determined. This predisposition to vascular disorders makes the skin more vulnerable and can play a role in the development of visible blood vessels.
- External Factors: Daily exposure to UV radiation, extreme weather conditions such as cold wind or high temperatures, can contribute to skin redness.
- Lifestyle factors: Habits such as alcohol consumption, smoking/vaping, and spicy food, along with high stress levels or the use of skin products containing irritants, can worsen redness. Adjusting these factors can help reduce symptoms.
- Age: As we age, the skin becomes thinner and blood vessels become more prominent, contributing to a reddish complexion on the face. With aging, veins also lose their elasticity, which can result in more visible veins on the legs and arms.
- Skin diseases: Specific conditions can also cause redness.
- Medication: Certain medications can dilate the blood vessels and thus increase redness in the face.
- Tax: Prolonged standing or sitting can increase pressure in the leg veins. Inactivity in general increases pressure on the veins, but also hinders blood circulation. Therefore, both static load and inactivity can lead to visible veins on the legs.
- Hormonal Changes: During pregnancy, menopause, or when using hormonal contraception, hormone fluctuations can affect the condition of veins, thereby causing redness. The growth of the uterus during pregnancy exerts extra pressure on veins and can exacerbate this phenomenon.
- For both facial redness and visible veins on the legs, you can take (preventive) measures. Medicadermis helps with this. We offer light and laser therapy. We can camouflage your redness with our Medical Camouflage Therapy, which is often covered by insurance. Alternatively, we can fit compression stockings for the legs and arms.
We understand that all the choices we offer online can be difficult. And that sometimes you need advice in addition to the information we share online. Our skin therapist is ready to assist you. Feel free to contact us for a no-obligation consultation. consultation in the Medikadermis Skin Therapy practice. But low-threshold contact in the form of a free video consultation That is also possible, of course.
Products

At Medicademis, we utilize clinically proven technologies, including laser and IPL treatments. To support these treatments, we also offer camouflage therapy and personalized skin advice in combination with the best cosmeceuticals.
Products from the Red collection have been selected by the skin therapist to strengthen blood vessel walls and reduce redness. The products are highly suitable for treating Rosacea, where sensitivity often plays a role. The use of the right treatment creams and cosmeceuticals can effectively reduce this sensitivity. Additionally, medical camouflage can help to tone down skin redness.

The appearance of the legs can also be improved by our skincare products. To strengthen the leg veins, we offer specific products that provide relief to heavy and sensitive legs. If necessary, therapeutic compression stockings can be fitted for people with chronic venous insufficiency.

Do you suffer from persistent redness, rosacea, or visible blood vessels?

I would be happy to help you look for a suitable treatment.

Would you like more insight into the different forms of redness and the treatment options? Read more about treating redness in The Hague.