Hand Rejuvenation

While the skin of the face and neck may take center stage in the fight against aging, the condition of one’s hands might want to be considered. Hands are often damaged by the sun, which can be seen as freckles and age spots. As a woman ages, the hands lose fat that pads the back of the hands. The skin becomes thin and the tendons and veins become prominent.

Hand rejuvenation treatments can help restore the hands to a more youthful appearance. Several procedures are typically used to treat aging hands including laser skin resurfacing. IPL can remove dark spots from the back of the hands.

Skin texture and pigments of the hand is best treated with non-ablative lasers. Hand volume loss is best addressed by dermal fillers, which results both in immediate volume correction and delayed volume correction. The ideal filler for the hands is calcium hydroxyapatite (Radiesse). The technique involves using a mixture of Radiesse and lidocaine to create a suspension that is easily administered through the skin, followed by vigorous massage to spread the filler evenly through the hands. An immediate volume correction is noted, which continues and is sustained for 12-18 months following injection.

This non-surgical hand rejuvenation approach can be safely and effectively accomplished. This method is safe in all skin types and is rapidly gaining momentum as the treatment of choice for the aging hand. As with facial rejuvenation, combination therapy achieves a complete effect, complementing each other.

Although reasons vary from person to person, those looking to enhance the appearance of their hands feel it has boosted their self-confidence. A smooth appearance to the back of the hands without doubt creates a more youthful look. Don’t let your hands give your age away.