The ClearV laser, developed by Sciton, treats veins and other vascular concerns on the face and the body. It harnesses the power of light to target and destroy unwanted or abnormal blood vessels without harming the surrounding healthy skin.
A type of Neodymium YAG laser, commonly called an Nd:YAG, the ClearV can treat:
- Broken capillaries
- Spider veins
- Vascular lesions, like port wine stains and hemangiomas
- Veins around the eyes (aka periorbital veins)
- Skin discoloration
The ClearV laser has a wavelength of 1064 nanometers, which targets the red pigment in blood vessels. The laser energy selectively, precisely reaches the deeper layers of the skin, to heat and destroy unwanted blood vessels or lesions. Over time, the damaged veins or lesions break apart and are naturally absorbed by the body.
The ClearV handpiece is unique because it’s designed to visualize below the skin using built-in yellow or orange light. According to the manufacturer, this “subsurface vein illumination” helps to illuminate blood vessels—including those that can’t even be seen on the skin yet—for more thorough and effective treatment.
RealSelf Tip: Make sure to find a provider who specializes in laser treatments, especially for treatments performed around the eye, where the safety of your vision has to be the top priority.
