All about hand fillers

Many of us are meticulous when looking for signs of aging on the face, neck, and decolletage, but aging can also appear on your hands! Yes, one of the most exposed parts of our bodies is also susceptible to signs of aging. So, before things get out of hand (no pun intended), find out how you can keep them smooth, soft, and youthful.

Hands age due to a lot of factors. As we grow older, we naturally lose volume on our hands, which makes the skin more translucent and the veins more visible. The aging of the hands is also caused by exposure to chemicals, smoke, the sun, and stress. This can lead to age spots, reduced skin elasticity, dryness, and loss of volume.

Lasers, lightening creams, lotions, and peels are some of the ways to address hand aging, but they cannot solve the loss of volume or fat. This is where hand fillers can help.

Lasers, lightening creams, lotions, and peels are some of the ways to address hand aging, but they cannot solve the loss of volume or fat. This is where hand fillers can help. Radiesse is a dermal filler that has been around for a decade. It is made of calcium hydroxyapatite, which is a natural composition of the bones of our body and the only US FDA-approved hand filler. Radiesse can restore hand volume by stimulating collagen production. It is a quick procedure with results that can last for as long as two years. Apart from the hands, Radiesse can address other skin aging problems too, like wrinkles and volume loss on the face.

Aside from treatment, here are a few tips that can keep your hands looking young.

• Always moisturize them. The pandemic has made our hands dry and rough with frequent hand washing and alcohol use. Make up for the loss of moisture and cracked hands by applying lotion or moisturizers regularly.

• Protect them as often as you can. Hands are as susceptible to age spots as the face, so make sure to keep them protected from the sun too. Also, cover your hands when exposed to harsh chemicals like cleaning agents.

• Practice a healthy lifestyle. Stress and smoking can contribute not only to hand aging but to overall aging as well. Choosing healthy practices over bad choices will always be beneficial in the long run.

As I would always say visit a certified, trained, and qualified dermatologist and a reputable clinic when getting any skin treatment or procedure to ensure not only the best results but also for one’s safety. As long as you find the right dermatologist, you know you will be in good hands.