Have you got your finger on the pulse when it comes to caring for your hands?
What with the pandemic and all this sanitising and washing we’re having a hands-on moment.
Hands are often neglected when it comes to caring for our skin, but a little TLC can go a long way – especially when it comes to preventing and improving the signs of ageing.
So don’t despair. Read on…
Spotting the (hand) signs
You might notice that your nails have become more brittle, your hands look a little less youthful and the skin is becoming drier. But it’s those dreaded ‘age spots’ that can be most irritating. Age spots (also called ‘liver spots’ – although they are not related to the liver in any way) are caused by too much exposure to the sun.
Age spots are very common in adults older than 50, but younger people can get them too if they spend time in the sun.
The usual suspects!
Age spots are caused by overactive pigment cells. Ultraviolet (UV) light speeds up the production of melanin, a natural pigment that gives skin its colour. On skin that has had years of sun exposure, age spots appear when melanin becomes clumped or is produced in high concentrations.
Pigmentation on younger skin is often caused by sunbeds as well as overexposure to the sun.
Stay protected!
It goes without saying that you should always protect your hands, along with the rest of your skin, from too much sun – either by covering up or using a broad spectrum SPF50 sunscreen, we recommend Heliocare used daily, 365 days of the year on any areas exposed to daylight.
And don’t forget says – damaging UVA rays can penetrate through window glass. So, apply an SPF on your hands even when you’re working at home, commuting or in the office by a window.
Desperately dry hands?
Covid has meant that we have been relentlessly washing and sanitising our hands for almost two years now. If your hands are looking and feeling desperately dry it’s more important than ever to use a good hand and nail moisturiser regularly throughout the day..
Exfoliate to get rid of dry skin on your hands – but always moisturise afterwards. Moisturising products rehydrate the skin and also rebuild the skin’s vital barrier of protective oils which can get broken down by endless washing and sanitising.
Our current anti-ageing hand hero is Clarins Super Restorative Hand Cream which helps replenish and strengthen the damaged skin barrier, softens flaky skin and injects hydration back into the hands while reducing the appearance of age spots.
Use mild or soap-free products to wash your hands and always wear gloves when cleaning and gardening. Some cleaning products can be very harsh on the skin.
How we can help…
We offer a range of specialist anti-ageing and pigmentation reducing skincare products to keep your hands in tip-top condition and help reverse the effects of ageing. These include serums containing Retinol or AHA acid which are best applied before bedtime to give them plenty of time to work.
Chemical peels are not just for your face. They are another option to literally peel away the years. A peel can reduce the appearance of age spots and smooth out wrinkles and rough skin. Our All Skin Med AHA Retexturising Serum is perfect for a gently at home peel.
We also offer IPL laser treatments and LED Phototherapy for age spots which can work well within a few weeks and produce longer-lasting results. Call us today for a consultation if the age spots on your hands are bothering you and find out more or take a look at our Skin Solution Guide.
We always put your health first…
Here at Rejuva we always put our clients’ health and safety first.
Before starting any treatment on age spots, we will always check to see if you should seek medical advice. For example, you should always see your GP first if you have rough patches or a brown spot that’s growing rapidly or has any lumps or black spots in it.
Book a consultation
Why not book a 30 minute skin consultation with one of our skincare experts to find out more about how to care for your hands and your skin and reverse some of the signs of ageing?
Call 01745 590693 to book.