Turn Back Time With Hand Rejuvenation
Our hands can show signs of ageing more than other, more obvious parts of the body. Constant use combined with sun exposure causes our hands to age faster, and can often make you look older than you are.
So, how can hand rejuvenation help reverse signs of ageing? Hand rejuvenation is an increasingly commonly requested treatment, also known as the ‘Radiesse Hand Lift’ because of the special long-lasting Dermal Filler used. Lost volume in the back of the hands is restored in a quick and simple procedure.
Treatments for Ageing Hands
It’s a common misconception that hand creams with anti-ageing properties are your only solution for hand rejuvenation. Here, at Infinity Aesthetics, we can offer the following treatments to enhance your youth:
Let’s take a look at each of these treatments for ageing hands, to see how each can help you get your hands back to looking their youthful best.
Dermal Fillers
Radiesse is a calcium-based Filler that is robust and can withstand the pressures and movement within the hand. This restores lost volume in the back of the hands and is done with a very simple and convenient procedure, usually with some topical local anaesthetic for a few minutes.
Dermal Fillers help to reduce the prominence of visible veins and tendons, while also smoothing out fine lines and improving skin texture for a more youthful look.
The treatment is highly effective and delivers long-lasting results. The first injections often last a year or so, but subsequent maintenance ones can last for 18 months or more.
What Is The Downtime For Hand Rejuvenation By Dermal Fillers?
You can resume most activities or return to work right away, but it is generally recommended that you avoid intense physical activity for the first 24-48 hours to minimise swelling and bruising.
Read our helpful guide on exercising with Dermal Fillers
Profhilo®
Profhilo® is an innovative treatment as it leverages the power of Hyaluronic acid and slowly hydrates the skin evenly from within, enhancing elasticity and firmness, resulting in aesthetic beauty. Profhilo® treatment restores healthy and glowing skin on your hands.
In contrast to wrinkle-reducing and Dermal Filler procedures, Profhilo® stimulates collagen and elastin, drawing water into the dermis in much greater amounts.
Profhilo® is precisely injected into the skin in several points before spreading under and through the dermis. As a stabilised substance, elastin and collagen are stimulated by a slower-released form of hyaluronic acid. This causes a significant boost in tissue quality.
Because of this, we cannot say that Profhilo® is a skin booster as it also has a significant tightening/lifting effect on tissue.
Profhilo® is a stand-alone treatment that offers the ideal injectable for dry and ageing skin, making it perfect for rejuvenation. Using the natural compound of hyaluronic acid, Profhilo® is not chemically cross-linked and therefore may be used in conjunction with other aesthetic treatments such as Dermal Fillers and wrinkle-relaxing injections.
How Does It Work?
This two-session bio-stimulation treatment uses highly purified, stabilised hyaluronic acid, injected into key areas of the hands. Over 4-6 weeks, it stimulates natural collagen and elastin, improving skin firmness, elasticity, and hydration.
Is Profhilo® Better Than Fillers?
They serve different purposes. Fillers restore volume, while Profhilo® improves skin quality and tightens without adding volume.
Therefore, they are often used together in a hybrid approach to rejuvenation.
Signs Of Ageing Hands
Signs of ageing hands include:
- Skin thinning
- Wrinkles
- Loss of volume
- Sun spots
- Prominent veins and tendons
Is Ageing In Our Hands Preventable? – Caring For Your Hands
As much as ageing is a natural process, there are a few solutions to preventing and lessening the effects of this on our hands.
Caring for your hands can be done in many ways. Implementing products such as SPF and hand creams into your daily routine can increase moisture in the skin for a brighter complexion, whilst also preventing sun spots and pigmentations.
Wearing protective gloves when handling household chores such as cleaning or gardening, for example, can also protect the skin from things like harsh chemicals and other drying agents.
There is only so much preventative measures can accomplish. Dermal Fillers and Profhilo® are the natural next steps to achieving youthful hands.
Why Choose Infinity Aesthetics
Doctor Owen Thomas
Dr Owen Thomas is a highly trained aesthetic physician with a level 7 qualification in injectable treatments. He uses his passion and skill combined with a professional, ethical and safe approach to enable his patients to feel rejuvenated, confident and ready for everything life has to offer.
Dr Owen now uses ultrasound in many procedures to enhance safety for his clients, using the Clarius L20 HD ultrasound device to map blood vessels, assess Filler placement and many other uses.
Our Promise
At Infinity Aesthetics, Dr Owen is dedicated to delivering a high-quality service and stays up-to-date with the latest industry news and techniques.
Our practice is also accredited with SaveFace – a national register of Accredited practitioners providing non-surgical aesthetic treatments such as Dermal Fillers and anti-wrinkle injections.
To gain accreditation with SaveFace, we have had an independent audit of our procedures, medicines, premises and qualifications to be able to prove that we only offer safe and effective treatments to our clients.
FAQs
How Much Does Hand Rejuvenation Cost?
Hand rejuvenation with Radiesse – £375 per session.
Profhilo® costs:
- £299 1 session,
- £500 2 sessions,
- £700 3 sessions.
Read our full price list for our Swansea practice here, or contact one of our helpful team members to find out more.
Are There Any Complications Or Side Effects From Fillers?
As with any medical treatment, there can be side effects, although these are usually mild given that hyaluronic acid is a natural substance.
Transient swelling is common, sometimes with occasional redness and bruising, which settles after a couple of days. Dr Thomas will discuss all possible side effects at the time of the assessment.
Although Radiesse isn’t yet reversible, the risk of blood vessel complications is less than in the face, and with expert techniques, this is minimised further.
Where Is The Clinic For Hand Rejuvenation Located In Swansea?
Nestled between Langland, Caswell, and the bustling village of Mumble in Swansea, our boutique clinic can be found.
There is free parking available at the side of the building.
The clinic is now on the ground floor level to ensure disabled or elderly patients can access our aesthetic clinic without any issues.
Swansea Clinic
44 Sketty Road, Uplands, Swansea, SA2 0LJ
Tel: 01792 807005
Is Dr Owen Accredited?
Dr Owen has the following accreditations and certifications:
- Full-time GP for 12 years
- MBBCh (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery) in 1999
- MRCGP (Membership of the Royal College of General Practitioners, a postgraduate medical qualification in the UK) in 2002
- Level-7 Master’s Degree in injectable aesthetic treatments at Harley Academy
- Additional study with Empire Medical Training in the US
- Scholarship in the prestigious Aesthetic Intelligence Fellowship ran over 7 months in Kensington, London and Paris. This is thought by many to be the most advanced training programme available
When Do I Need To Book My Hand Rejuvenation Treatments?
The first injections often last a year or so, but with subsequent maintenance, effects can last for 18 months or more.
Which Is The Best Option For Hand Rejuvenation For Me?
Both Dermal Fillers, such as Radiesse, and treatments such as Profhilo®, have similar immediate effects, but are absorbed by the body differently and last for different lengths of time.
Which option is best is completely subjective; therefore, it is best to arrange a consultation with a doctor before booking an appointment.
Book your consultation with Dr Owen today!
Owen Thomas
Dr. Owen Thomas has been a medical doctor for more than 20 years since qualifying from Cardiff in 1999, now specialising in aesthetics in London and Swansea. After a 2 year level-7 Master’s Degree course in injectable aesthetic treatments training at Harley Academy, and additional study with Empire Medical Training in the US and other experts renowned in their field, he won a scholarship in the prestigious Aesthetic Intelligence Fellowship run over 7 months in Kensington, London and Paris.
