Wrinkled Hands Causes, Concerns And Treatment

Wrinkled Hands: Causes, Concerns And Treatment

People spend so much money, time and effort to keep their faces looking youthful and they neglect the part of their body that is a dead giveaway for age- their hands. Without a proper protection plan for the delicate skin on your hands, they are more likely to show aging signs such as veins, wrinkled skin and brown spots. These are easy issues to treat. The good news is that there are several ways to make your hands look younger and also prevent aging on the back of your hands.

What Causes Hand Wrinkles?

The skin on the back of the hands is very thin and has no fat. Most people take extra precautions with their faces by applying sunscreen and use anti-aging products, but they forget to do the same on their hands. Since we require using our hands constantly, our delicate skin tends to lose elasticity and crease, resulting in wrinkles.

We wash our hands more than other parts of the body, and while this is hygienic, too much hand washing can cause skin dehydration leading to hand wrinkles. Also, habits like smoking reduce blood flow which accelerates aging on the skin- especially around the hands, neck and mouth. In addition, most physical activities require the use of hands and that means the skin on the hands is exposed to some harmful chemicals that may wear down the skin.

How To Treat Wrinkled Hands

  • Chemical Peels

For quick results, you can visit a qualified plastic surgeon for a chemical peel procedure to your aging hands look younger. Chemicals are applied on the skin to make the underlying tissue appear less transparent and eliminate aging spots.

This procedure uses powerful laser technology to refresh the skin by stimulating elastin and collagen production. After the procedure, veins, joints, and tendons lose their prominence and the results can last up to 2 years.

  • Sunscreen

Ensure that you wear sunscreen during the day, every day. This helps to prevent the harmful sun’s rays from penetrating the skin and damaging it.

  • Hydration

Keep your body hydrated by drinking at least 8 glasses of water during the day, especially during hot days. Water in the body helps tissues and cells to stay refreshed, thus maintaining a youthful look.

  • Rest and Relaxation

Ensure that you get enough sleep every night to aid your skin’s natural recovery and allow your body to replenish itself.

How To Prevent Aging on The Hands

If you spend most of your day in the open, consider wearing protective gear like gloves. Wear gloves even when driving since the skin on the hands gets exposed to the sun. another way to prevent hand wrinkles is by avoiding using products that dry out the hands like hand sanitizers. Such products do more harm than good as they cause fissuring, cracking or rashes on the skin. When cleaning your hands, stick to traditional soap and water.

Important Note

If you are not sure if the wrinkles on your hands are related to aging, it is best to consult a skin specialist to check if there are any medical conditions that could be the cause.

This article was not written by Dr. Robert S. Fischer M.D and may not represent his views. To talk to Dr. Robert S. Fischer M.D. please contact the office directly.

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