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Skin · Updated October 2026

Anti-aging hands: crepey skin, age spots & SPF

Your hands get as much sun as your face — plus dish soap, gardening and the gel lamp. Here's what dermatologists recommend.

Updated October 2026

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COOLA Anti-Aging Hand Cream SPF 30

A hand cream with SPF 30, so hands get sun protection along with moisture.

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MelodySusie Fingerless UV Protection Gloves for Gel Manicures

Fingerless gloves worn under a nail lamp — a thoughtful add-on for gel fans.

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Eucerin Advanced Repair Hand Cream

A urea hand cream made for dry hands.

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Every day

At the nail salon

The AAD suggests broad-spectrum SPF 30+ before a gel manicure, or dark, opaque gloves with the fingertips cut off (#S16). More in are UV nail lamps safe?

In-office options

See a dermatologist about rough, scaly patches — they can be actinic keratoses.

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FAQ

How do I make my hands look younger?

The AAD recommends daily broad-spectrum, water-resistant SPF 30+ on your hands, gloves for cleaning and gardening, moisturizer after washing, and a retinol or glycolic lotion at bedtime.

What removes age spots on hands?

Dermatologists can treat age spots in the office with cryosurgery, laser or chemical peels.

Should I protect my hands during a gel manicure?

The AAD suggests broad-spectrum SPF 30+ before the manicure, or dark opaque gloves with the fingertips cut off.

When should I see a dermatologist about my hands?

Rough, scaly patches can be actinic keratoses — have a dermatologist check them.

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