Leg and Hand Vein Removal at Aesthetics Lab
At Aesthetics Lab, we understand how thread veins and larger reticular veins can affect your confidence, particularly on visible areas such as the legs and hands. That’s why we offer Microsclerotherapy, the gold-standard treatment for the removal of unwanted veins, performed by one of the UK’s most experienced vascular specialists, Frances Devine, RGN, NIP.
With over 25 years of experience and a background working alongside vascular surgeons on Harley Street and Wimpole Street, Frances brings unparalleled expertise, precision, and care to every treatment.
No. of sessions
2 – 4
Treatment time
30 – 60 minutes
Recovery time
Same day
Microsclerotherapy is a minimally invasive injection technique designed to treat unsightly veins. A medical-grade solution is injected directly into the affected veins, causing them to collapse and gradually fade from view. It is considered the most effective and gold-standard approach for removing thread veins and reticular veins on the legs and hands.
During your initial consultation, Frances will conduct a detailed assessment of your veins, medical history, and aesthetic goals. She will create a bespoke treatment plan tailored specifically for your needs, ensuring realistic expectations and an optimised outcome.
Using fine, precise injection techniques, Frances will administer the sclerosing solution into the unwanted veins. The treatment is comfortable, quick, and highly targeted, allowing for minimal disruption to surrounding tissues.
Depending on the number and size of the veins, you may require a series of sessions to achieve optimal clearance.
You’ll receive detailed post-treatment instructions to support healing and maximise your results. Compression stockings are often recommended to help the veins close properly and reduce the risk of complications. Mild redness, swelling, or bruising is normal and usually subsides within a few days.
Leg Veins (Thread veins and larger reticular veins)
Hand Veins (Visible unsightly veins)
Registered Nurse | Independent Nurse Prescriber
Educated at St George’s Hospital (1980)
25 years’ experience in Microsclerotherapy
Formerly practiced alongside leading vascular surgeons in Harley and Wimpole Street
Frances specialises exclusively in the treatment of thread veins and reticular veins on the legs and hands, using advanced microsclerotherapy techniques. Her commitment to delivering bespoke, safe, and highly effective results ensures that every client receives the highest standard of vascular care.
Most clients require 2–4 sessions, spaced several weeks apart, depending on the size, number, and severity of the veins. During your consultation, Frances will provide a bespoke treatment plan and realistic expectations based on your individual case.
The procedure is generally very well tolerated. You may feel a slight pinching or stinging sensation during the injection, but it is brief. If you are particularly sensitive, Frances can adapt techniques to ensure your comfort throughout the session.
Treated veins typically begin to fade within 3–6 weeks, with continued improvement over the following months. Full results are usually seen after the treatment course is complete and the body has naturally absorbed the collapsed veins.