Hand Rejuvenation Cost and Procedure Guide

The hands tend to show age earlier than other areas of the body. While there is an endless array of products and procedures designed to protect, support and renew the skin on the face, the hands often don’t receive the same products and attention.

Natural aging leads to a decrease in collagen and elastin production, which can cause a loss of volume in the hands and more prominent veins. Dehydration due to harsh weather, repeated hand washing or interaction with chemicals can cause the skin to dry and wrinkle.¹ In addition, sun exposure and hormone changes can lead to hyperpigmentation, like discoloration or dark spots.²

Hand rejuvenation treatments can improve skin tone, texture and volume, helping restore a youthful appearance in your hands.

What Is Hand Rejuvenation?

Hand rejuvenation includes a collection of cosmetic treatments designed to restore a more youthful, refreshed look to the back of the hands by addressing common signs of aging, such as:³

• Dark spots
• Visible veins
• Volume loss
• Wrinkles

Treatment options can vary by provider and may include a variety of cosmetic injectables and topical options, as well as laser and light-based treatments.³ 

Types of Hand Rejuvenation Treatments

Various treatments can be included in hand rejuvenation depending on the specific concerns you want to address.

Treatments to restore volume 

If you are looking to restore volume to your hands, dermal fillers or fat grafting may be treatments to consider.

• Dermal fillers. Injectable hyaluronic acid fillers like Restylane® or calcium hydroxyapatite fillers like Radiesse® can be used to add volume to hands, which can make veins and tendons less prominent. Results can be immediate but will only last as long as the particular dermal filler.³
• Fat grafting. Fat taken from your thighs or abdomen is purified and injected into the hands, providing a longer-lasting solution that restores volume and improves skin texture.³

Treatments to improve skin texture and tone 

If you are looking to improve rough skin, wrinkles or hyperpigmentation, hand rejuvenation treatments designed to improve texture and tone may help.

• Chemical peels. Topical chemical peels can be applied to the back of the hands to address mild hyperpigmentation and skin texture.³
• Laser skin resurfacing. Laser treatments like intense pulsed light (IPL) or Fraxel® can be used to remove damaged outer layers of skin, address sunspots and help promote collagen production and new skin cell growth for smoother skin.³
• Platelet-rich plasma therapy. Platelet-rich plasma PRP therapy involves a blood draw to concentrate your own body’s platelets and inject them back into your hands to stimulate collagen production and improve skin texture.⁴ 
• Radiofrequency treatments. Radiofrequency (RF) treatments like Thermage® can be used to stimulate collagen production and improve skin firmness.⁵

Treatments to address prominent veins

If prominent veins are a concern, injection, laser or surgical treatment options may be used along with dermal fillers to minimize their appearance.⁶

• Endovenous laser treatment. This laser-based treatment seals off prominent veins from the inside, reducing their size and appearance.
• Microphlebectomy. If a surgical solution is needed, a microphlebectomy uses small incisions in the back of the hand to manually remove larger, bulging veins. 
• Sclerotherapy. With this minimally invasive procedure, a solution is injected into the veins in the back of the hand to cause them to collapse and fade.

A consultation with a hand rejuvenation specialist can help you build a treatment plan to best address your hand concerns.

How Much Does Hand Rejuvenation Cost?

The cost of hand rejuvenation will vary greatly depending on the specific treatments that are recommended to achieve your desired results. The total cost will also depend on your geographic location, provider experience and how many treatments are needed.⁷

Average cost of hand rejuvenation by type of treatment

Here's a look at the national average costs* of treatments that may be used for hand rejuvenation.

Average cost of Radiesse dermal filler by state/district

Dermal fillers are a common option for addressing loss of volume and prominent veins during a hand rejuvenation. Here’s a look at the average costs* for a Radiesse dermal filler (per syringe) for all 50 states and the District of Columbia.⁸

Are Hand Rejuvenation Treatments Covered By Insurance?

Hand rejuvenation is typically considered a cosmetic procedure and not covered by most health insurance plans. However, coverage may be available if treatment is deemed medically necessary.¹⁰ If the procedure is not covered by insurance, you can explore payment plans or the CareCredit credit card** to help spread out payments over time.

Good Candidates for Hand Rejuvenation

If you have been diligent about taking care of your face, but not applying the same products and treatments to your hands, they could be revealing signs of aging faster.² Men or women who are dissatisfied with the look of prominent veins, dark spots or loose, crepey or rough skin on the back of the hands may be good candidates for hand rejuvenation treatments.¹¹

While often seen as a treatment for those who are older, hand rejuvenation treatments can be performed on anyone over 21 years old.⁵ 

What to Expect During Hand Rejuvenation

If you’re considering getting a hand rejuvenation, here is what you may expect during the procedure.

Preparation

Any hand rejuvenation will start with a personalized assessment of your hands, skin type and goals. From there, your provider can explain treatment options, timeline and any expected downtime and review estimated pricing. You may be asked to stop or avoid tanning, self-tanner, retinols and alcohol prior to your treatment.¹¹  

Procedures

Your hand rejuvenation procedure experience will vary based on the specific treatments selected. Common procedures include:

• Chemical peel
• Dermal filler
• Platelet-rich plasma treatment
• Radiofrequency treatment
• Skin resurfacing treatment
• Sclerotherapy

Some procedures may need to be performed only once, while others may require multiple treatments to see results.⁵

Recovery

Recovery will vary based on the treatments received. You may experience mild swelling or bruising after injectable fillers. This typically fades within a few days. Laser treatments like IPL and fractional CO₂ treatments can also involve a short downtime as hyperpigmentation spots darken, surface and shed, revealing refreshed, renewed skin.¹¹ 

Results

Your hand rejuvenation results will vary based on the specific treatments used. Dermal filler treatments can provide immediate results that may last nine to 12 months. Laser treatments like IPL may cause sun and age spots to darken initially, but then fade over the weeks following the treatments. Results can be long-lasting, but can return with additional sun exposure.¹¹

Tips to Support Healthy-Looking Hands

After completing hand rejuvenation treatments, there are steps you can take at home to maintain and support healthy, youthful-looking hands.³

• Apply sunscreen daily. Aim for a broad-spectrum sunscreen of SPF 30 or higher.²
• Drink water. Stay hydrated to help maintain skin moisture.²
• Make hand care routine. Give your hands the same care and treatments you would for your face by integrating ingredients like retinoids, vitamin C or hydroquinone into your hand care routine.⁵
• Moisturize regularly. Look for moisturizers that include ingredients like hyaluronic acid or glycerin.³

Taking a little time each day to care for your hands can help to maintain the results from hand rejuvenation treatments and prevent the need for future procedures.

Explore Your Options for Younger-Looking Hands

If you're not happy with the skin tone, volume or texture of your hands, there are things you can do to improve their appearance. From fillers and peels to lasers and beyond, there are many hand rejuvenation treatment options for refreshed, more youthful-looking hands.

Financing Hand Rejuvenation With the CareCredit Credit Card

When getting hand rejuvenation treatments or another cosmetic procedure, the CareCredit credit card can help you pay for costs not covered by insurance.** Use our Acceptance Locator to find a doctor or cosmetic specialist near you that accepts CareCredit. Continue your wellness journey by downloading the CareCredit Mobile App to manage your CareCredit account, find a provider on the go and easily access the Well U blog for more great articles, podcasts and videos.

In addition to cosmetic procedures, you can also use your CareCredit credit card for dentistry, pet care, vision, hearing, health systems, dermatology, pharmacy purchases, spa treatments and so much more within the CareCredit network. How will you invest in your health and wellness next?

Author Bio

Kate Bayless is a health and wellness freelance writer with 20 years of experience. Her work has appeared in Parents, Women's Health, Beachbody and OpenFit.