Aging of the hands corresponds to a set of progressive age-related changes, combining thinning of the skin, loss of elasticity, the appearance of wrinkles, increased visibility of veins and tendons, as well as hollowing of the backs of the hands and the appearance of pigment spots.
The hands are an element of seduction. Over time they change and reveal the age of the person. It is often the hands-face discrepancy that attracts attention.
Difficult to conceal, their treatment is a frequent request in aesthetic-oriented medicine.
Aging of the hands is a common aesthetic problem. Patients are bothered by the visibility of veins on the hands, hollows of the hands and wrinkled hands.
This part of the body is often neglected, but its management is easy.
Procedures of aesthetic-oriented medicine make it possible to plump the
backs of the hands, eliminate brown spots and treat wrinkled hands.
The techniques used are : hyaluronic acid for the hands, mesotherapy, laser for aging of the hands and hand peels.
The passage of time is the main cause of aging of the hands.
However, genetics plays an important role in the speed of disappearance of fat in the hands and in the thinning of the skin.
Several external factors accelerate this process.
A true rejuvenation of the hands is only possible by resorting to techniques of aesthetic-oriented medicine.
At the same time, adopting preventive measures and an appropriate skincare routine helps preserve the quality of the skin of the hands.
With age, the hands undergo various changes that can reveal a person’s true age. It is important to identify and understand the signs of hand aging in order to offer effective and appropriate solutions.
It is often said that our hands reveal our age, which is why treatment of this part of the body is an increasingly frequent request in aesthetic-oriented medicine.
The three main approaches to management are :
Hyaluronic acid injections are an effective method to hydrate and revitalize the skin, restore lost volume, smooth out wrinkles, and reduce the visibility of veins and prominent tendons.
For the treatment of the backs of the hands with hyaluronic acid, two injection techniques can be used.
The bolus injection consists of depositing a single quantity of product in the form of a “ball”, then massaged in order to distribute the hyaluronic acid in the different compartments of the back of the hand. This approach, although practiced, remains less precise in the distribution of the product.
Micro-cannula injection is based on the use of a rounded-tip cannula, introduced through an entry point made with a needle. This technique makes it possible to deposit hyaluronic acid evenly over the entire back of the hand, with better control of volumes and a reduced risk of tissue trauma. Doctor Romano favors this technique, which is more precise and better suited to harmonious and safe correction.
The hyaluronic acid used is a volumizing product. The quantity injected is adapted to the patient’s needs and to the desired result. During an initial treatment, larger volumes may be necessary, sometimes around four to five syringes, in order to properly restore the volumes on the backs of the hands.
After the procedure, Doctor Romano asks the patient to protect their hands from dusty or dirty environments (for example, gloves will need to be used for dishwashing or cleaning), and this for three days.
The after-effects may be marked by the appearance of a small hematoma at the entry points of the cannula.
The result of hyaluronic acid injection is immediate and lasts for one year.
Peels are an effective method for treating the signs of aging of the hands.
These chemical agents exfoliate the superficial layers of the skin which promotes cell renewal.
The peels used are TCA (trichloroacetic acid) and PRX-T33.
These peels visibly reduce brown spots caused by the sun and aging. In addition, by stimulating collagen production, they improve the quality and firmness of the skin and reduce wrinkles.
After the session the patient can immediately resume their usual activities.
Several sessions are necessary.
The mesotherapy is a technique of aesthetic-oriented medicine that consists of injecting a mixture of vitamins, minerals, hyaluronic acid and other revitalizing substances directly into the skin. For hand hydration, this method is particularly effective.
By infusing the deeper layers of the skin with these essential nutrients, this technique improves hydration, skin quality and elasticity. The hands are softer, smoother and visibly rejuvenated.
A superficial peel is often performed at the same time, this is called mesopeel, the goal is to combine the exfoliation of dead cells with skin hydration.
The protocol includes 3 to 5 sessions, spaced three weeks apart.
The injections of Skinboosters, low-cross-linked hyaluronic acid, act in depth to intensely hydrate the skin and improve its quality. Fine surface lines are reduced and the skin is soft.
Unlike traditional fillers, Skinboosters do not add volume, they restore the firmness, elasticity and hydration of the skin.
The initial protocol provides for the use of two to three syringes to be repeated at three months. In the maintenance protocol two syringes per year are injected.
The laser used by Doctor Romano is an ablative laser. The doctor uses the erbium laser and not the CO2. These two lasers give comparable results but the after-effects of CO2 are heavier, hence the preference for erbium.
Fractional lasers and resurfacing lasers stimulate the production of collagen, thus improving the density and firmness of the skin. The skin is denser, wrinkles are reduced, the tightening effect is quickly visible.
By precisely targeting the areas to be treated, the laser removes the pigmented cells responsible for dark spots without damaging the surrounding tissue.
The number of sessions varies between two and three. The results become visible once the healing process is complete and continue to improve over the following three months. Their duration is about two years.
The after-effects are marked by the appearance of small scabs and redness whose duration does not exceed three days.
Carboxytherapy is a non-invasive and natural technique used in aesthetic-oriented medicine to treat hand aging. This treatment consists of injecting carbon dioxide (CO₂) under the skin, which stimulates blood circulation and tissue oxygenation. By improving blood flow, carboxytherapy promotes the production of collagen and elastin, essential for the firmness and elasticity of the skin. This method is particularly effective in reducing wrinkles and fine lines and in improving crepey skin. The skin is smoother, firmer and rejuvenated.
Many sessions are necessary. The initial treatment plan provides for one session per week for two months. The maintenance treatment, one session every two months.
The cost of hand rejuvenation treatment in Geneva depends on the techniques chosen and the number of sessions required to achieve a harmonious and lasting result.
Hyaluronic acid injections are offered at 600 CHF per syringe. The quantities required are often significant ; two to five syringes may be necessary.
Skinboosters, used to improve skin density and hydration, are priced at 400 CHF per syringe. Three syringes are typically recommended for visible results, with the option of a repeat session one month later.
Mesotherapy for the hands is available at 250 CHF per session ; peels are priced at 200 CHF per session. Two to three sessions are recommended as an initial treatment, followed by one maintenance session every eight months.
Laser sessions are not suitable for all patients. The cost of a laser session for the hands is 400 CHF.
A personalised quote is provided during the consultation, based on the initial condition of the skin and the patient’s goals.
Patients’ feedback on treatments for hand aging is positive. The results are described as natural and long-lasting.
Patients appreciate the way hyaluronic acid injections plump and hydrate the skin ; the effectiveness of lasers and peels on dark spots and skin quality ; the hydrating and revitalizing effects of mesotherapy.
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In general, hands can start to wrinkle from the age of 40. This varies according to individual factors such as genetics, lifestyle and sun exposure.
Treatments for hand wrinkles are :
Brown spots on the hands can be treated with chemical peels and lasers. These methods reduce pigmentation and even out skin tone.
Hollow hands can be effectively treated with hyaluronic acid injections, which restore lost volume and plump up the skin.
Mesotherapy consists of the injection of vitamins, minerals and hyaluronic acid directly into the skin. This procedure improves hand hydration, stimulates the production of collagen and revitalizes the skin, thus reducing the signs of aging.
The side effects of aesthetic treatments for the hands are generally mild and temporary. They may include redness, swelling, bruising and slight skin sensitivity.
Yes, it is often beneficial to combine several treatments to obtain optimum results. For example, combining hyaluronic acid injections with laser or peeling sessions.
The results of aesthetic treatments for the hands last from several months to several years, depending on the type of treatment carried out. The benefits of hyaluronic acid injections can last up to a year. The results of lasers and peels can last longer. Maintenance sessions are required.
You can consult an experienced doctor to determine the treatment best suited to your needs. A consultation will enable us to tailor the treatment plan to your objectives and skin type.
To combat ageing hands, we recommend using creams specially formulated to moisturise, nourish and protect the skin.
