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Hand Rejuvenation in 535 Miller Ave
Mill Valley, CA 94941
Many people want to rejuvenate their hands as well as their faces, since older-looking hands can seem out of step with a refreshed, youthful face. At Aesthetic Dermatology And Skin Cancer, Inc., hand rejuvenation is tailored to each specific sign of aging, from thin, crepey skin and brown spots to bony, hollow contours, so your hands look as youthful as you feel.
How Hands Show Signs of Aging
The backs of the hands receive a lifetime of sun exposure and are often overlooked in skin care routines. Over time, they lose fat and collagen, making veins and tendons more prominent and giving the hands a bony appearance. The skin becomes thin and paper-like, brown spots and age spots appear, and rough, scaly precancerous spots can develop.
Treatments Tailored to Aging Hands
Restoring Volume
The bony appearance of the hands is one of the most distressing features of aging. Fillers such as Radiesse and Sculptra Aesthetic fill the hollow spaces between tendons and restore a smoother, more youthful contour.
Improving Skin Texture
The Fraxel Restore laser improves the thin, crepey, paper-like texture of aging hands. Peels and CO2 lasers are usually too harsh for the delicate skin on the hands, which is why we favor Fraxel for this area.
Clearing Brown Spots
Brown spots and age spots respond well to Fraxel Restore and the Excel V laser, which target excess pigment to even out skin tone.
Treating Precancers and Skin Cancer
Actinic keratoses and skin cancers on the hands can be treated with liquid nitrogen, topical 5-fluorouracil, or photodynamic therapy. Regular skin cancer screenings help catch changes early.
Maintaining Your Results
An appropriate skin care routine is important for keeping your hands looking rejuvenated. We recommend daily sunscreen on the backs of your hands, prescription Retin-A, and driving gloves to protect against sun exposure through car windows. Our physician-grade skin care products can also support healthy skin. Explore our other cosmetic procedures.
Hand Rejuvenation FAQs
What causes hands to look older?
Hands age from sun exposure and the loss of fat and collagen, which leads to thin skin, brown spots, and prominent veins and tendons.
How can fillers rejuvenate the hands?
Fillers such as Radiesse and Sculptra Aesthetic fill hollow areas between the tendons, softening the bony appearance and restoring a youthful contour.
Can brown spots on the hands be removed?
Yes. Brown spots and age spots on the hands respond well to Fraxel Restore and the Excel V laser.
Why aren’t peels used on the hands?
Chemical peels and CO2 lasers are usually too harsh for the thin skin on the backs of the hands. Fraxel Restore is a gentler, more effective option.
How many treatments will I need?
It depends on your concerns. Fillers may need one or a few sessions, while Fraxel and Excel V are often performed in a series.
How do I keep my hands looking younger after treatment?
Apply sunscreen daily, use Retin-A as directed, and wear driving gloves to limit sun exposure.
Can precancerous spots on the hands be treated?
Yes. Actinic keratoses can be treated with liquid nitrogen, topical 5-fluorouracil, or photodynamic therapy.
Give Your Hands a Youthful Refresh
Schedule your hand rejuvenation consultation at Aesthetic Dermatology And Skin Cancer, Inc.. Call (415) 383-5475 or request an appointment online today.