No. Varicose veins are one of the contraindications to laser hair removal. Varicose veins affect the superficial veins of the lower limbs, causing them to become blocked and dilated. Laser hair removal involves localised heating of the skin to a depth of 3/4 mm. The heating dilates the venous vessels, worsening the course of the disease. However, all this applies to laser hair removal on the calf and thighs. Hair can be removed from other areas, even with varicose veins.