Excel V
Excel V is a dual-wavelength laser purpose-built to treat vascular and pigmented concerns, from facial redness and broken capillaries to leg veins and sunspots, with precision that broader light-based treatments can’t always match. Because it uses two distinct laser wavelengths rather than broadband light, Excel V can be tuned specifically to target blood vessels or pigments at different depths, making it one of the most effective options for stubborn vascular concerns. At Genesis Dermatology in Jupiter, FL, Excel V is a key part of how we treat redness, visible vessels, and pigmentation.
What Is Excel V?
Excel V combines two laser wavelengths, 532nm and 1064nm, in a single platform, each suited to different targets and depths. The 532nm wavelength is well absorbed by both hemoglobin and melanin, making it effective for superficial vascular concerns like facial telangiectasia (broken capillaries) and rosacea redness, as well as superficial pigmented lesions like sunspots. The 1064nm wavelength penetrates more deeply, making it the better choice for larger or deeper vessels, like leg veins, and for general skin revitalization.
During treatment, the laser energy is absorbed by its target, blood within a vessel or melanin within a pigmented lesion, generating heat that causes the vessel to collapse or the pigment to break down, all without significant impact on the surrounding healthy tissue.
What Can Excel V Treat?
Excel V’s dual wavelengths make it effective for a wide range of vascular and pigment concerns:
- Facial redness, flushing, and broken capillaries (telangiectasia)
- Rosacea-related visible blood vessels
- Spider veins on the legs and face
- Sunspots and other pigmented lesions
- General skin revitalization and tone improvement
Am I a Good Candidate for Excel V?
Excel V is a good fit for patients with visible vascular concerns, redness, broken capillaries, or spider veins, as well as those with pigmented spots they’d like addressed with precision.
Good Candidates Are Typically
- Dealing with facial redness, visible vessels, or rosacea-related vascular symptoms
- Looking to treat spider veins on the legs or face
- Interested in addressing sunspots or other pigmented lesions
- Looking for a precise, targeted approach rather than a broader, full-face light treatment
This Treatment May Not Be Right for You If
- You have a recent tan, since this affects how the laser interacts with pigment in the skin
- You are pregnant
- You have an active skin infection in the treatment area
- You have a bleeding disorder or are on certain blood thinners without medical clearance
What to Expect During Your Excel V Treatment
The specific wavelength and settings used depend on what’s being treated, superficial redness and broken capillaries versus deeper leg veins versus pigmented spots. Most patients describe the sensation as a warm snap or brief stinging, generally well tolerated without numbing, though numbing cream can be used for more sensitive areas like the legs.
- Sessions typically take 15 to 45 minutes depending on the treatment area and number of concerns addressed
- Treated vessels may look slightly darker or bruised temporarily before fading over 1 to 3 weeks
- Treated pigment darkens before flaking off naturally over 1 to 2 weeks
- Minimal downtime, most patients resume normal activities immediately
Results and How Many Sessions You'll Need
Many facial vessels and pigmented spots show significant improvement after just one or two sessions, while larger or more extensive leg veins often need multiple sessions for full clearance. Results are generally long-lasting for the specific vessels or pigment treated, though new vessels or spots can still develop over time with continued sun exposure or other contributing factors, for which additional treatment may be needed.
Why Choose Genesis Dermatology for Excel V in Jupiter, FL
Matching the right wavelength and settings to your specific vascular or pigment concern is what makes Excel V treatment effective, and that requires real clinical judgment rather than a one-size-fits-all setting. Our providers evaluate your specific concern, whether it’s facial redness, leg veins, or pigmentation, and tailor your Excel V treatment accordingly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between Excel V and BBL HERO?
Excel V uses two specific laser wavelengths for more precise, targeted treatment of vascular and pigment concerns, while BBL HERO uses broadband light to treat larger areas more broadly. Your provider may recommend one or a combination of both depending on your specific concerns.
Can Excel V treat spider veins on my legs?
Yes, the 1064nm wavelength is specifically well suited to treating larger, deeper vessels like leg spider veins, in addition to facial vascular concerns.
Does Excel V hurt?
Most patients describe a warm snapping sensation or brief stinging, generally well tolerated without numbing, though numbing cream is available for more sensitive areas.
How many Excel V sessions will I need?
Facial vessels and pigmented spots often improve significantly after one or two sessions, while more extensive leg veins may require several sessions for full clearance.
Is there downtime after Excel V treatment?
Minimal. Treated vessels or pigment may look slightly darker temporarily, but most patients return to normal activities the same day.
Can Excel V help with rosacea?
Yes, Excel V’s ability to target the visible blood vessels associated with rosacea makes it an effective option for reducing redness and improving overall skin appearance in rosacea patients.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
For precise, effective treatment of visible veins, redness, and pigmentation, Excel V delivers targeted results. Schedule a consultation with the team at Genesis Dermatology in Jupiter, FL, to see what it can do for your skin.