Center for Vein Wellness

The appearance of spider veins isn’t a sign of aging; it’s more of a result of aging. As we grow older, our skin loses elasticity and blood vessels become less able to handle the stress of standing upright all day every day. When increased pressure causes tiny veins in your legs to burst, they appear as small red dots that look like spiders — hence the name spider veins. You don’t have to feel embarrassed or self-conscious about having spider veins. They’re common among adults who are around 40 years old, which means there are plenty of people around you who likely have them too! Unless you have a secondary condition like lymphedema or another underlying issue, spider veins are almost always caused by genetics and natural aging processes — not some sort of disease or eating habits.