Why do I have broken Capillaries?

"Broken capillaries on the face and around the nose can be caused by a variety of conditions. Most commonly, the cause is sun damage,

Over time, the sun's rays thin out the dermis of the skin, which causes a decrease in collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid. "As this occurs, blood vessels become slightly more obvious and emerge close to the junction between the epidermis and the dermis,

Anyone who exposes themselves to the sun without proper SPF protection is putting themselves at risk of developing broken capillaries. And while they can occur in any skin type, they are most common in fair-skinned individuals with thin or sensitive skin and those with skin conditions, such as rosacea and scleroderma, notes

Why do you get Capillaries?

• Genes: People whose family members experience spider veins are more likely to have them, too.

• Sun exposure: Sun damage can enlarge the blood vessels and draw them closer to the skin.

• Changes in weather: Drastic changes in the weather may affect the circulation in the body, causing the skin in the face to flush. The blood vessels may burst, causing a spider vein.

• Changes in pressure: Sudden, extreme changes in pressure may cause small broken blood vessels to appear. An exceptionally hard sneeze or vomiting can cause this change in pressure.

• Pregnancy: Hormonal changes during pregnancy may also cause broken blood vessels. Pregnancy-related spider veins usually disappear after giving birth.

• Environmental irritants: Exposure to certain chemicals or environmental pollutants may damage the skin and make blood vessels more visible.

• Rosacea: This is a common condition that causes the skin to become flushed and red due to enlarged veins. People with rosacea often experience spider veins.

• Alcohol consumption: Alcohol can dilate the blood vessels temporarily. Frequent alcohol consumption may lead to longer-lasting broken blood vessels and redness on the face.

• Injuries: Head injuries that cause bruising may also cause broken blood vessels. In this case, the blood vessels will often heal as the bruise does.