Spider veins or telangiectasia are enlarged veins that appear blue, purple or red at the skin's surface on the legs, back, face and other areas. Though spiders veins are typically considered a benign cosmetic problem, in some cases when they branch from deep feeder or reticular veins they can cause symptoms such as itching, burning or a dull throbbing pain. There are several treatments to remove spider veins including laser and sclerotherapy injections. However, these do not solve the underlying cause: weakened and damage vascular wall. Several herbal treatments can be used to repair and prevent spider veins by strengthening the walls of the veins and improving blood flow. Consult your doctor before taking any herbal remedy or supplement.
Step 1
Take 50 milligrams of horse chestnut supplements twice a day for at least 12 weeks to reduce spider veins and varicose veins, recommends MotherNature.com. This herb contains the compound aescin, which strengthens blood vessel walls, to help prevent and treat the formation of spider veins. Horse chestnut also reduces inflammation, swelling and promotes the regeneration of damaged vein walls.
Step 2
Make a herbal compress with witch hazel and essential oils to soothe painful spider veins. Refrigerate one half to one cup of with hazel solution for about one hour. Soak cotton or linen strips in the witch hazel and ring out. Apply six drops of cypress essential oil and one drop of bergamot essential oil to the soaked strips, suggests MotherNature.com. The witch hazel and these herbal oils help to shrink small blood vessels near the surface of the skin. Apply the herbal compress to the affected area for 15 minutes at a time while elevating the legs. Repeat regularly as needed.
Step 3
Try the herbal remedy grape seed extract, which is rich in antioxidants. This herb helps to protect the veins from damage and blood clots and improves elasticity and circulation. Purchase grape seed extract in the form of supplements and take the dosage as directed on the label.
Step 4
Use Ginkgo biloba herbal supplements. This herbal remedy is made from the leaves of the ginkgo tree and helps to strengthen the tissues of the walls of the veins. Take 40 milligrams of ginkgo supplement three times per day to treat spider veins, according to MotherNature.com.
Tips and Warnings
- Other herbal remedies for the treatment and prevention of spider veins include Japanese pagoda tree extract and Pulsatilla, a wildflower extract, which improve blood micro-circulation. Speak to a healthcare professional regarding the best herbal remedy for you to try.
- Herbal remedies are potent medications; do not treat spider veins without consulting a doctor. Do not take more than one herbal remedy at a time as these supplements can interact negatively with other herbal and prescription medications.
Things You'll Need
- Horse chestnut supplements
- Cotton strips
- Witch hazel solution
- Cypress essential oil
- Bergamot essential oil
- Grape seed extract supplements
- Gingko biloba supplements
