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Before & After Sclerotherapy: How to Prepare and What Results to Expect

Thinking About Sclerotherapy? Here’s What to Expect

Sclerotherapy is a tried-and-tested treatment for spider veins and thread veins, especially on the legs. If you’re considering the treatment, it’s natural to wonder what kind of results to expect — and how best to prepare.

This guide explains everything from pre-treatment steps to what happens after your appointment, so you can feel confident and informed every step of the way.

How to Prepare for Sclerotherapy

Before your appointment, there are a few simple things you can do to help ensure the best possible outcome:

  • Avoid blood thinners such as aspirin, ibuprofen, or certain supplements (unless prescribed — always check with your GP first).

  • Skip tanning beds or sunbathing for at least 2 weeks before treatment. Tanned skin can increase the risk of pigmentation changes.

  • Wear loose, comfortable clothing to your appointment, especially something that allows easy access to the area being treated.

  • Stay well hydrated and have a light meal beforehand.

During your consultation at Serene Skin & Beauty, we’ll take a full medical history and walk you through everything tailored to your needs.

What Happens During the Treatment

The procedure itself is quick and relatively comfortable. Using a very fine needle, a specialist solution is injected into the problem veins. This causes the vein walls to stick together, close off, and eventually be absorbed by the body.

  • Most treatments take 30 to 45 minutes

  • No anaesthesia is needed

  • You’ll be able to walk out immediately after your session

You may be asked to wear compression stockings or support tights for a few days post-treatment to aid healing.

What to Expect After Sclerotherapy

The treated veins may initially appear darker or more visible before they begin to fade. This is completely normal and part of the process.

Typical healing timeline:

  • Week 1: Minor redness or bruising may be visible

  • Week 2–3: Veins begin to fade gradually

  • 4–6 weeks: Clear, noticeable improvement in treated areas

Some clients need more than one session depending on how many veins are being treated and how your body responds.

Before & After: Visible Improvements Over Time

Although results vary slightly between individuals, the vast majority of clients see a dramatic improvement in the appearance of spider veins and thread veins, especially with a full course of treatments.

Photographs can be taken at your first and final appointments to visually track progress, giving you a clear before-and-after record of your results.

Aftercare Tips for the Best Results

  • Avoid strenuous exercise for 48 hours post-treatment

  • No hot baths or saunas for 1 week

  • Stay out of the sun and always use SPF if your legs are exposed

  • Wear compression garments as advised by your practitioner

These simple steps will help support healing and improve long-term results.

Ready to Take the First Step?

If you’re tired of hiding your legs or avoiding certain clothes, sclerotherapy could be the solution you’ve been looking for. At Serene Skin & Beauty in Manchester, we offer expert leg vein treatments in a welcoming, discreet environment.

Let us help you restore confidence in your skin with safe, effective vein removal treatment.