How To Get Younger-Looking Hands

Hands show a person’s age more than any other part of the body, due largely to the fact that people frequently wash and strip them of natural oils, says Revision Skincare expert Emily Velez. Hands also end up with more sun damage due to constant exposure, and washing them throughout the day makes consistent protection difficult. Finally, the hands tend to lose fat and volume as you age, which leads them to have a bony and veiny appearance. Treat them to some TLC for a healthy, younger looking complexion.

At a certain point, looking younger starts to sound pretty good. Most of us already employ night creams, day creams, sunscreens, and exfoliating scrubs to keep our faces looking dewy-fresh. But don't overlook the biggest age indicator of all  your hands! Washed, dried, and exposed to the elements, your hands have worked hard for you  and it likely shows.

To keep your hands looking as young as you feel, follow these handcare tips .

Always Wear Sunscreen:
Hands get extra sun exposure from their position on the steering wheel when you’re driving your car the backs of your hands get all the sun’s damaging rays right through the windshield,  Use a higher SPF sunscreen on the backs of your hands when you know they’ll be exposed for long periods of time, just as you would on the rest of your body.

Wash Your Hands Gently:
When you wash your hands, use the mildest anti-bacterial cleanser you can find to prevent them from drying out too much (which can cause your hands to look older faster), says Bank. Also, be sure to wear gloves when washing dishes or bathing your children (or pets!) hot water really dries out skin.

Keep Moisturizers Close By:
“It’s a great idea to keep moisturizers by your sink. Apply moisturizer to still-damp hands after washing to minimize moisture loss, especially in the colder months. Don’t forget your cuticles, either they’re subject to drying and cracking, so be certain to take a moment to massage them with moisturizer, too.

Age Spots Aren't Forever:
Here's a new twist on the old Golden Rule: Treat your hands the way you want your face to be treated. Moisturize frequently, use sunscreen, and minimize exposure to the elements."anti-aging hand cream with brightening ingredients," such as "kojic acid, mushroom extract, vitamin C, and licorice," to fade any dark spots you may have.
"Use the hand cream at least once a day twice is better. Depending on how often you apply, you'll start to notice a difference in two to three months.

Home Remedies That Work:
It's important to keep your hands clean, moisturized, and exfoliated. You can accomplish all of this at once with a once-weekly homemade scrub. Just combine equal parts "sugar and olive oil, and massage it into your hands. If your hands still feel greasy after wiping off the scrub, feel free to wash them afterward. Sweet and simple who said beauty had to be difficult?

Low-Cost Hand-Care Products:
Anyone can have healthy, youthful hands with diligent maintenance, and it doesn't have to cost a fortune! She recommends using Vaseline Intensive Rescue Healing Hand Cream nightly and Boots Protect and Perfect Hand Cream with SPF 15 each day. Use a hand cream with higher SPF on days you anticipate greater sun exposure.

Prevent Your Hands from Aging:
We've said it before, but it surely bears repeating: the best way to help keep your hands from aging is to keep them out of the sun and to wear SPF on a daily basis. "If you drive a lot, wear gloves. UV rays come right through your car windows, and a cute pair of gloves could make all the difference.

Nails Need Love, Too:
Want better-looking hands from wrist to fingertip? Make sure you care for your nails, too:
For stronger nails, apply cuticle oil every day, even over a manicure. Healthy nails start with healthy cuticles.
Periodically give your nails a break from polish  it can be hard on your nails. Taking a few days off lets your nails recover.
Always wear gloves when doing the dishes. Harsh soap and hot water aren't good for your nails.