Hands Rejuvenation Treatment

The hands can be a great give-away of your age and you should take care of them as much as you take care of your face and neck.

There are a number of visible signs that can develop on people’s hands as they age, from dark age spots to loss of elasticity in the skin, to veins that become more prominent.

Hand rejuvenation is a term used to cover a variety of treatments that treat signs of aging specifically on hands.

At Facial Sculpting we offer hands rejuvenation treatments that are tailor-made to restore the skin firmness, hydration and texture. One of the best procedures for hand rejuvenation performed by Dr Nina at her clinics is Profhilo.

What is Profhilo for Hands Rejuvenation

Profhilo is an injectable anti-ageing treatment made from hyaluronic acid and free of any chemical crosslinking agents. Invented in Italy, the treatment quickly gained traction within the UK in 2015 and has been popular ever since.

Hyaluronic acid, a naturally occurring substance produced in our body and found in our skin, joints and connective tissue, binds moisture in the skin and aids collagen production. As we age, hyaluronic acid production slows, our skin thins and the fat in the back of our hands diminishes. The reduced volume combined with decreased elasticity produce translucent skin that wrinkles and develops age spots.

The key to Profhilo’s popularity is a unique structure and balance of scientific properties, including a high cohesivity, that allow the product to flow freely through the subcutaneous tissue and the dermis, instantly boosting skin hydration in a way that traditional hyaluronic acid fillers cannot.

Its gel like consistency distributes smoothly and evenly without the formation of any lumps. This means it can be used on areas which are difficult to treat with traditional fillers, such as the neck, the chest and the hands.

How Does Profhilo Work?

Profhilo is different from other dermal fillers despite being injectable. Unlike other treatments, it does not aim to mask the imperfections, but instead gets to the core of remedying them by actively stimulating and encouraging your body to produce collagen and elastin. Hence why it is a called a ‘bio-rejuvenator’ or ‘bio- revitaliser’.

Profhilo remains in place for a short time (up to 28 days). It then breaks down and is eliminated, naturally and safely.

The procedure takes around 20 minutes. Profhilo is injected in a series of multiple injection points into your hands, targeting the areas where the skin is the thinnest and where the most lines appear. It will then spread out under the skin over a few hours.

You might get a tiny bruise at one or two of the injection sites, but they should subside in just a couple of days. Avoid having any alcohol the day before your treatment as this will help to minimise the chance of bruising.

Profhilo Side Effects and Precautions

From a safety perspective, Profhilo is highly biocompatible because it is made from ultra-pure, ultra-natural Hyaluronic Acid, which is very well tolerated by the skin. It is also stabilised without the addition of chemical cross-linking agents, to reduce the risk of adverse reactions.

The only reported side effects are bruising and mild swelling at the injection sites. These generally disappear in a short period of time and are associated with the needle, not the product.

Women that are pregnant or breastfeeding should not have Profhilo injections.

What Are Profhilo’s Results for Hands?

Immediately following the treatment there is a noticeable improvement in skin tone, hydration as well as firmness, and lines are minimised. Over the next four weeks the Profhilo treatment works to boost elastin and collagen production, effectively remodelling the skin and giving it a plumper, smoother and firmer appearance.

Two treatments are recommended four weeks apart, with a follow-up appointment at week eight, to be repeated twice a year for optimal results.

Patients can expect increased firmness, elasticity, and overall improved quality of the skin, with the effects lasting up to six months (depending on the individual and on their skin’s aging process).

The hand rejuvenation treatment with Profhilo is best for thin, crepey skin, which is delicate. However, keep in mind that while the hydration effect does create some volume in the skin, this is often not enough to cover visible veins and tendons due to fat loss under the skin.

The Profhilo treatment can work independently as a treatment on its own or in combination with other cosmetic treatments, namely because it is a natural product that is being injected.

Based on your needs and desired results, Dr Nina will be able to advise on the most appropriate treatment course during the initial consultation.