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Here Are Quick Ways To Get Rid Of Spider Veins

Read on to know about the ways to get rid of spider veins.

By Lekhaka

According to studies, it is said that spider veins can be due to a weak or damaged valve in the veins. These are tiny swollen blood vessels that can be easily visible through your skin.

Like the name suggests, spider veins can appear like a thin web of the skin in red or purple colour. These spider veins look like jagged lines which mostly appear on the face, thighs, ankles, legs and inner thighs.

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When the valves become weak, it becomes very difficult to push the blood towards the heart and hence the blood flows backwards, thus getting accumulated at one place.

This condition of spider veins should be treated at the earliest, as it may lead to several issues in the body if left untreated. Spider veins may sometimes result in swelling, bleeding, deep vein thrombosis and skin ulcers as well.

Here we mention to you some of the quick and effective remedies to get rid of the condition of spider veins.

1. Go For A Massage:

1. Go For A Massage:

Massaging your body is one among the simplest ways to get rid of spider veins. Poor blood condition or blood clots can be one of the reasons behind spider veins, which can be treated by a massage. Massage helps to boost the blood circulation throughout the body and reduces pain and inflammation in the body. You can massage your body with warm olive oil every day to get rid of the spider veins quickly. Gently massage on the centre of the veins which are visible through your skin.

2. Horse Chestnut:

2. Horse Chestnut:

After research and studies, it was found that horse chestnut can help to get rid of the condition of spider veins easily. It is an effective remedy in reducing swelling and discomfort caused by spider veins. Due to anti-inflammatory and anti-swelling properties found in horse chestnut, it can help to relieve spider veins easily.

Apply some horse chestnut seed oil on the affected area and do this twice a day. Another way to use horse chestnut is to mix some horse chestnut with witch hazel oil and then massage the mixture on the affected area.

3. Apple Cider Vinegar:

3. Apple Cider Vinegar:

Another natural remedy that can help to get rid of spider veins is apple cider vinegar. Apple cider vinegar contains anti-inflammatory properties that help to improve blood circulation in the body, which in return reduces swelling and heals the pain to a great extent. Take a piece of cloth and soak it in apple cider vinegar. Now place this on the affected area for 20-30 minutes and do this several times in a day. You can also drink a solution of apple cider vinegar, water and honey to get rid of the condition of spider veins.

4. Workout:

4. Workout:

Working out is another easy way to treat the problem of spider veins. Spider veins can be formed due to poor blood circulation in the body, which can be easily treated with workouts and exercise. Exercise can help to boost blood circulation in the body, thus improving the condition of spider veins.

You can opt for 30-40 minutes of jogging, running or walking, which will help to improve the blood circulation inside the body. If not this, you can go for 10-minute walks in every one hour, so that it keeps your heart pumping and blood circulating. Simple workout like climbing stairs can also help to get rid of spider veins.

5. Witch Hazel Oil:

5. Witch Hazel Oil:

Another effective remedy that can help to get rid of spider veins is witch hazel oil. Witch hazel is an effective herb that can help to circulate the blood inside the body and also strengthen the blood vessels.

It helps to reduce the inflammation and prevent the appearance of those bulging veins on the body. Take some witch hazel oil and dab some on the affected area. Now, allow it to dry on its own and prevent wiping it off. You can try this remedy at night before going to bed and leave it on overnight.

Another option to use witch hazel oil is to add some witch hazel oil in water and boil it for some time. Allow the water to cool down and apply this water on the affected areas. It is also good to add some witch hazel oil to your bathing water as well.

6. Oranges:

6. Oranges:

Oranges contain a high amount of Vitamin C that helps in treating spider veins effectively. Due to Vitamin C and essential nutrients present in oranges, they can help to strengthen the blood vessels and also improve the circulation of blood. Due to a large amount of antioxidants present in oranges, they help to protect your skin tissues from facing any damage further.

Story first published: Saturday, February 18, 2017, 15:12 [IST]
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