How To Keep Your Hands From Giving Your Age Away
We often focus on keeping our face smooth, firm and radiant - but what about our hands? They’re one of the first areas to reveal our age.
Constant washing, sun exposure and environmental stressors can leave hands looking dull, dry and lined over time.
We believe your hands deserve just as much care as your face. The good news? With the right skincare and in-clinic treatments, you can help to keep them soft, hydrated and youthful.
Why hands show age so quickly
Your hands have thinner skin, fewer oil glands and are exposed to UV light daily — even while driving. Over time, this leads to:
Loss of volume and firmness (due to collagen and fat depletion)
Pigmentation and sun spots
Dryness and crepey texture
Visible veins and tendons
The key is prevention and correction — protecting your hands from future damage while restoring what’s been lost.
Step 1: Protect Daily with SPF
If there’s one anti-ageing step you should never skip, it’s sunscreen — and yes, your hands need it too.
Every time you wash your hands or step outside, they’re exposed to UV rays that break down collagen and trigger pigmentation. A daily SPF helps prevent new sun spots and fine lines from forming.
Our pick:
Hydra DNA Shield - a lightweight, hydrating sunscreen that doubles as a daily hand protector. It’s infused with antioxidants and niacinamide to defend against UV damage while keeping your skin supple.
Step 2: nourish & brighten with targeted skincare
Hands benefit from the same active ingredients you use on your face - think hydration, barrier repair, and gentle resurfacing.
Try:
Body Resurrect Serum - deeply hydrates and supports cell renewal to smooth rough texture and boost radiance.
Hydra Luxe Cream - a rich, restorative moisturiser ideal for overnight hand repair.
A gentle exfoliant once or twice a week to remove dead skin and allow better absorption of active ingredients.
Pro tip: Apply your serums and moisturisers right after washing your hands while the skin is still slightly damp - it locks in hydration more effectively.
Step 3: treat deeper damage with professional options
If pigmentation, thinning, or uneven texture are already noticeable, in-clinic treatments can help restore smoothness and even tone.
IPL (Intense Pulsed Light)
Targets sun spots, redness, and uneven pigmentation for clearer, more even-toned hands.
Skin Boosters
Micro-injections of hydrating ingredients (like hyaluronic acid) improve elasticity, plumpness, and skin quality over time.
Microneedling
Stimulates collagen production and strengthens the skin on the backs of the hands for firmer, smoother texture.
Step 4: consistency is key
Small, consistent habits make a big difference:
Apply SPF every day (even on cloudy days)
Moisturise after washing your hands
Avoid overly hot water or harsh soaps
Treat your hands to an overnight mask once a week (our Hydra Balm is a great option!)
Your hands work hard - show them some love with the same care you give your face.
Final thoughts
Youthful hands aren’t about perfection - they’re about healthy, hydrated, well-protected skin. With the right combination of at-home care and professional treatments, you can restore softness, fade pigmentation and maintain a smooth, glowing appearance.
If your hands are showing signs of ageing, we’d love to help.
Book your skin consult at SKN Associate Wauchope and let’s create a plan to rejuvenate your hands beautifully.
