How to Get Rid of Spider Veins Once and For All

According to Eidson, spider veins are the result of little valves within the vein becoming weak or damaged. To support capillary permeability, elasticity, and venous tone, Eidson recommends taking diosmin supplements—but not without talking to your doctor first, of course.

Keeping the venous pressure normal or reduced can prevent the formation of spider veins or decrease their appearance, says Eidson. In order to do just that, he suggests wearing compression socks, as they support the normal function of leg veins and prevent increased venous pressure. You can wear them throughout the day, and take them off once you return home or when you go to bed.

According to Eidson, horse chestnut seed contains the active compound called aescin, believed to support the structures of veins and valves, which could possibly prevent spider veins from forming in the first place. Add a full squeeze of the dropper into two ounces of water and drink two to three times a day in between meals.

Eidson concludes that the only way to completely get rid of spider veins is with sclerotherapy injections. While the procedure can have side effects—namely inflammation and occasionally, blood clots—it is one of the only known ways to make spider veins disappear. So, just what is sclerotherapy? The in-office procedure is an injection that causes the vessels to collapse on themselves. The body then dissolves and absorbs the vessels, and your spider veins are no more.

OK, this one isn't from Eidson, but if you are self-conscious about spider veins, might we suggest body makeup to help cover the purple clusters? Beyoncé's makeup artist, Sir John, told Refinery29 that he uses this trick to get the singer ready for appearances. It's probably more of a special occasion solution, best used in conjunction with Eidson's tips. This formula from St. Tropez gives skin a lustrous glow without looking like heavy makeup. Set it with powder to avoid transferring the pigment to fabrics. It washes off easily with soap and water.