Hand rejuvenation using intense pulsed light.
BACKGROUND
The aging of the hands is typically characterized by wrinkles, skin thinning, and solar lentigines. The search for effective treatments has led to the use of laser and intense pulsed light (IPL) technologies.


OBJECTIVE
To assess the effectiveness of an IPL device for the improvement of dyspigmentation and overall skin quality on the dorsa of the hands.


METHODS
Twenty-three patients with sun damage and solar lentigines on the dorsal hands were treated with four IPL sessions at 3- to 4-week intervals. Prior to treatment, photographs were taken and informed consent was obtained. Pre- and post-treatment photography and investigator clinical assessment and patient questionnaires were collected for data analysis.


RESULTS
After four treatment sessions, good to excellent results in the improvement in solar lentigines and skin quality were assessed by investigators in 100% of the cases and in 86.94% (20 of 23 subjects) by patient self-assessments. No significant side effects were observed.


CONCLUSIONS
IPL is an effective and safe treatment option to improve solar lentigines and skin texture for hand rejuvenation.
Department of Dermatology, Laser and Plastic Surgery, Clinica Goldman, Porto Alegre, RS, Brazil. alberto@goldman.com.br
Alberto
A
Goldman
Clarissa
C
Prati
Flávia
F
Rossato
D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D005260:Female; D006225:Hand; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D010789:Phototherapy; D012060:Rejuvenation; D015595:Skin Aging / Q000528:radiation effects*; D016896:Treatment Outcome