The Cutera Xeo platform with the 1064 nm Nd:YAG laser is a gold-standard solution for treating vascular conditions on the face and body. It delivers precise thermal energy directly into unwanted blood vessels — collapsing them safely while leaving surrounding tissue unharmed. The result is a clinically proven, non-invasive approach to clearing spider veins, leg veins, facial redness, and more.
The 1064 nm wavelength is selectively absorbed by hemoglobin — the pigment inside red blood cells — while passing safely through the overlying skin. Pulses of laser energy heat the targeted vessel wall, causing it to coagulate and collapse. The body then naturally reabsorbs the treated vessel over the following weeks, clearing the visible redness or vein from the skin’s surface. The Cutera Xeo’s advanced cooling system protects the skin throughout treatment, keeping patients comfortable and reducing the risk of unwanted thermal injury.
The Cutera Xeo 1064 is highly versatile and effective for a wide range of vascular concerns, including:
Treatment sessions typically range from 15 to 45 minutes depending on the size and number of areas being treated. Integrated contact cooling on the handpiece keeps the skin’s surface comfortable throughout. After treatment, mild redness or bruising may appear and generally resolves within a few days. No significant downtime is required and patients can return to normal activities immediately, though sun avoidance and SPF are recommended.
Many patients notice visible vessel clearance within 2–6 weeks as the body reabsorbs the treated tissue. Facial veins and spider veins on the legs often respond in 1–3 sessions, while more complex or larger vessels may benefit from additional treatments spaced 4–8 weeks apart. Successfully treated vessels do not return.
