How Much Does Hand Rejuvenation Cost?
Hand rejuvenation costs $1,375 on average, though the price can range anywhere from $630 to as much as $4,999, according to 20 reviews from RealSelf members.
There are various hand rejuvenation treatment options to address signs of aging (like lost volume, age spots, and prominent veins) and boost new collagen production, to restore a more youthful appearance to the backs of the hands.
Cosmetic procedures like these aren't covered by health insurance, but most providers offer payment plans or accept financing options to help make them more affordable.
Keep reading to discover what you need to know about the price of hand rejuvenation.
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Is the cost of hand rejuvenation worth it?
RealSelf reviewers give hand rejuvenation a 100% Worth It Rating, so there's a good chance you'll be satisfied with the results of your investment if you do decide to move forward.
However, everyone's concerns and budgets are unique, so only you (with the help of a skilled provider) will be able to determine which treatment option will be most worth it to you.
What affects the cost of hand rejuvenation?
A small handful of factors have a big impact on the price you'll pay for hand rejuvenation, including:
1) Which treatment options you choose.
Hand rejuvenation treatment plans are customized to each patient's concerns, desired results, budget, and skin tone.
During a consultation, your provider may recommend just one procedure or a combination. The most popular options include:
- Dermal filler injections like Radiesse or Restylane Lyft (both of which are FDA-approved for hand rejuvenation) can restore lost volume in the backs of the hands for up to a year. The average cost of either type of injectable filler is $1,000.
- Fat grafting, a surgical procedure that harvests your own excess fat via liposuction and transfers it to the hands, can also address volume loss. While the aging process continues, the transferred fat cells remain there permanently, so results are very long-lasting. RealSelf members have yet to weigh in on the cost of fat transfer to the hands, but the average cost of fat transfer to the face is over $5,000. Still, this can be a more cost-effective option over time than temporary fillers.
- Chemical peels, laser resurfacing, or intense pulsed light (IPL) can target dark spots and other kinds of sun damage. Chemical peels are usually the most affordable option at about $375, on average, while laser resurfacing can cost significantly more. One of the most popular options, the Fraxel laser, typically costs about $1,600.
- Sclerotherapy can treat spider veins and small varicose veins. This nonsurgical treatment costs $750 on average, but you'll likely pay less to have your hands treated (than you would for leg vein treatment).
Treatments like dermal fillers and fat transfer offer immediate results, while others may necessitate multiple treatment sessions and downtime to achieve your desired look.
2) The complexity of your treatment.
Along with the number of procedures you have, the size of the treatment area and severity of your concerns will play a part in what your hand rejuvenation costs.
For example, if you have significant sun damage (including dark brown spots and crepey skin), you may need multiple IPL treatments or chemical peels to create a younger-looking layer of skin.
If your fatty tissue has depleted to reveal bones, veins, and tendons, you could need several syringes of dermal filler to adequately plump up the backs of your hands. All of these factors will add to your cost.
3) Your provider's credentials and level of expertise.
Who you choose to perform your treatments will also have a big impact on the price you pay.
Providers with less experience or training, such as a medical aesthetician, will be more affordable than certified medical practitioners such as a physician, physician's assistant, or nurse.
A board-certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon with decades of experience will charge more for their time and expertise, but it could be worth the added expense, to get the best result and avoid complications.
Even seemingly simple procedures can carry risks in inexperienced hands. For example, if Radiesse filler is accidentally injected into a blood vessel, there's no way to dissolve it quickly (as you could with Restylane Lyft).
An experienced aesthetician could be very competent with mild chemical peels or even nonablative laser treatments (especially if they work closely with a dermatologist), but a plastic surgeon will be your safest bet with fat transfer, since it involves liposuction and requires advanced skill with the fat injections.
If you're not sure about which kind of provider will best address your concerns, start by reading reviews and looking at before and after photos of hand rejuvenation patients who had similar concerns. You may also find providers who offer free consultations, so you can get a few different opinions before making your choice.
4) Their practice location.
Expect to pay a premium for any kind of cosmetic procedure if you're in a major metropolitan area, where prices are steeper due to higher costs of living.
That said, you may still be able to find affordable options if you're in an area where many providers offer hand rejuvenation procedures and compete on price to attract patients.
If price is big factor in your decision, seek out reputable providers with modest practices (not luxury medspas), in less desirable areas of town that don't have the highest rents.
5) Specials and discounts.
Providers often offer deals that could help save you money, whether it's package pricing for buying a series of hand rejuvenation treatments up-front or discounts on specific cosmetic procedures.
Follow your favorite providers on social media and sign up for their emails so you don't miss a good opportunity.
You can also find deals on discount websites, but be sure to thoroughly research the provider offering the deal, before you book. You want to find someone with the experience and training to deliver safe, natural-looking results with minimal side effects.