Hand rejuvenation
For hands that look older than you feel: thinner, crepier skin, or veins and tendons that show more than they used to.
Hands are on show all day, rarely get the same sun protection as the face and often age faster. The skin on the backs of the hands thins, loses hydration and elasticity, and the soft fullness underneath gradually reduces, so veins and tendons stand out.
There are two approaches, and many people only need one. If the skin itself has become thin and crepey, a regenerative treatment with polynucleotides works on skin quality. If the main change is lost volume, carefully placed dermal filler softens the look of veins and tendons.
Depending on your goals, Rebeca may suggest combining it with polynucleotides or dermal fillers as part of a wider plan.
Two hand treatments
Polynucleotide injections across the backs of the hands to improve thin, crepey skin. Priced per session; a short course is usually advised.
Dermal filler to replace lost volume, so veins and tendons look softer. Price covers both hands.
Who it's for
People whose hands look thinner, drier or more lined than their face, or who are bothered by prominent veins and tendons. It suits both women and men, and works well alongside sun protection and a good hand-care routine.
It isn't suitable during pregnancy or breastfeeding, if you have an active skin infection on the hands, or with certain autoimmune conditions. Rebeca checks your medical history before recommending anything.
How the regenerative treatment works
Polynucleotides are highly purified DNA fragments. Injected in small amounts into the skin, they support the skin's own repair processes, and over the following weeks skin can look thicker, better hydrated and more even.
Some products combine polynucleotides with non-crosslinked hyaluronic acid, which adds hydration straight away while the regenerative effect builds. Results develop gradually across a course of sessions spaced a few weeks apart.
How the volume treatment works
A soft hyaluronic-acid filler is placed under the skin on the backs of the hands, usually through one or two entry points with a blunt cannula. It restores some of the cushioning that has been lost, so the hands look smoother and less bony.
The change is visible straight away, once any swelling has settled. How long it lasts depends on the product and on you, and Rebeca will give you a realistic timeframe.
Afterwards
Swelling, tenderness and small bumps at the injection points are common for a day or two, and bruising is possible. You'll be asked to avoid strenuous use of your hands, heat and heavy lifting for 24 hours, and to wear SPF on your hands every day.
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How it works
Your goals, history and questions first.
Rebeca explains options, cost and timings.
Around 45–60 min, only what you need.
Aftercare to follow and a review if needed.
Is it right for you?
- Not offered to anyone under 18.
- Not offered during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
- Not offered where there's an active infection or skin condition at the treatment site.
- Common: small raised bumps at injection points, redness, tenderness and bruising, usually settling quickly.
- Less common: lumps or nodules, particularly with collagen-stimulating treatments, and infection.
- Your medical history is checked first to reduce the chance of a reaction.
Results vary from person to person. Everything is explained before you consent, and you can take time to decide.
Good to know
Which hand treatment do I need?
It depends on whether the main change is the skin or the volume underneath. Rebeca looks at your hands at consultation and explains which approach would help, or whether a combination makes sense.
How many sessions will I need?
Filler is usually a single appointment. The regenerative treatment is normally given as a short course, with sessions a few weeks apart.
Will my hands bruise?
They can. The skin on the backs of the hands is thin, so bruising and swelling are possible for a few days.
Can I use my hands normally afterwards?
Yes, for everyday tasks. Avoid the gym, very hot water and heavy lifting for the first 24 hours.
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