can you tan after having the Sclerotherapy procedure?

I had the procedure done, but I was not told if I could tan.

Answers from doctors (10)


San Fernando Valley Vascular Group

Published on Sep 21, 2018

You should not tan for 3 months because tanning will interfere with pigmentation.

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Answered by San Fernando Valley Vascular Group

You should not tan for 3 months because tanning will interfere with pigmentation.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Vein Center at University Medicine and Cardiology

Published on Sep 06, 2011

You should avoid tanning for at least a week after sclerotherapy and use ample sunscreen. Sclerotherapy can displace blood from the veins and the vein walls can burn, even though your skin will not. This will cause dark brown marks in those areas, which is not cosmetically appealing.

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Answered by Vein Center at University Medicine and Cardiology

You should avoid tanning for at least a week after sclerotherapy and use ample sunscreen. Sclerotherapy can displace blood from the veins and the vein walls can burn, even though your skin will not. This will cause dark brown marks in those areas, which is not cosmetically appealing.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Bella MD Laser Vein and Aesthetic Center

Published on Apr 08, 2011

Ask your treating physician.

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Answered by Bella MD Laser Vein and Aesthetic Center

Ask your treating physician.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Vanish Vein and Laser Center

Published on Apr 07, 2011

I would recommend avoiding sun exposure for at least one week after sclerotherapy and using a sun block for an additional week. Usually within 48 hours all effects of sclerotherapy other than bruising are gone but I do not think it is a good idea to sunburn over areas treated.

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Answered by Vanish Vein and Laser Center

I would recommend avoiding sun exposure for at least one week after sclerotherapy and using a sun block for an additional week. Usually within 48 hours all effects of sclerotherapy other than bruising are gone but I do not think it is a good idea to sunburn over areas treated.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Angelo N. Makris MD

Published on Apr 07, 2011

Avoid sun exposure to the treated area until it has full heals, 4 to 6 weeks.

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Answered by Angelo N. Makris MD

Avoid sun exposure to the treated area until it has full heals, 4 to 6 weeks.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


The doctor (Dr. Herion) would not recommend ultraviolet light tanning beds which may lead to tinting of the skin for the first 2 weeks. Spray tan is OK.
James A. Heinz-M.A.H.A.

Answered by Center for Venous Disease - Santa Fe (View Profile)

The doctor (Dr. Herion) would not recommend ultraviolet light tanning beds which may lead to tinting of the skin for the first 2 weeks. Spray tan is OK.
James A. Heinz-M.A.H.A.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Susan B Fox, D.O. RPVI, FSVM

Published on Apr 07, 2011

Not for a week or two.

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Answered by Susan B Fox, D.O. RPVI, FSVM

Not for a week or two.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Vein Specialties of St. Louis

Published on Apr 07, 2011

Any time there is a disruption to the surface of the skin it is possible to increase pigmentation with sun exposure. I would recommend not tanning and using a good quality SPF protection while in the treatment series. Tanning is also very aging for the skin and increases the risk of skin cancers.

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Answered by Vein Specialties of St. Louis

Any time there is a disruption to the surface of the skin it is possible to increase pigmentation with sun exposure. I would recommend not tanning and using a good quality SPF protection while in the treatment series. Tanning is also very aging for the skin and increases the risk of skin cancers.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


General Vascular Surgery Group

Published on Apr 07, 2011

I generally advise patient to wait a month before tanning
Michael D. Ingegno

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Answered by General Vascular Surgery Group

I generally advise patient to wait a month before tanning
Michael D. Ingegno

Published on Jul 11, 2012


VeinCare Centers of Tennessee

Published on Apr 07, 2011

Sun exposure in the early stages after sclerotherapy may increase the likelihood of hyperpigmentation, a darker pigment in the skin overlying the treated veins. Wait until you are sure you are not developing hyperpigmentation, a minimum of several weeks.
Stephen F. Daugherty, MD, FACS, RVT, RPhS

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Answered by VeinCare Centers of Tennessee

Sun exposure in the early stages after sclerotherapy may increase the likelihood of hyperpigmentation, a darker pigment in the skin overlying the treated veins. Wait until you are sure you are not developing hyperpigmentation, a minimum of several weeks.
Stephen F. Daugherty, MD, FACS, RVT, RPhS

Published on Jul 11, 2012


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