Our methods for dermal fillers and hand moisturising treatments
To achieve a genuine, sustainable and medically safe result in this sensitive area, the demands placed on materials and technology are extremely high.
Volume-building (Fillers for the hands)
For patients with significant volume loss where tendons and blood vessels are very prominent, a structural hyaluronic acid filler is injected. This is injected deep beneath the skin to act as a soft, cushioning layer and restore the smooth contour of the back of the hand.
Skin-sculpting hydration treatment (Skinboosters)
If the main concern is primarily dry skin and fine lines (extremely wrinkled hands), we can inject a lighter form of hyaluronic acid that is distributed microscopically within the outermost layer of the skin to lock in moisture and stimulate collagen production from within.
Gentle technology and medical precision
The back of the hand has a highly complex network of superficial veins and tendons. We use only blunt-tipped cannulas (microcannulas) when treating hands. Through a single small puncture at the wrist or knuckle, the cannula can glide gently and safely under the skin. This minimises the risk of bleeding and ensures that the product is distributed into exactly the right layer of tissue.
A clinic full of expertise
Administering injections into the back of the hand requires a thorough understanding of the anatomy of the hand’s veins, nerves and tendon sheaths. At The Faculty, your medical safety is always our top priority. Our practice is characterised by clinical expertise, sterile environments and an open, honest dialogue about what the treatment can achieve physiologically. You can feel completely confident that you are being treated to the highest medical standards.
Price of hand fillers
Your exact price will always be determined during your personal consultation, as the amount of product (in millilitres) required to cover the backs of both hands varies depending on the initial condition of your skin and the degree of volume loss.
Hand fillers (1 ml, hyaluronic acid)
4 500
Nursing consultation
0
Consultation with a surgeon
600
Pre-treatment consultation
The first step is a consultation with one of our injection specialists. You can choose whether to book a virtual appointment or meet us in person at the clinic. During the appointment, you will receive medical information about risks, current waiting times, and which techniques and volumes are best suited to you. You will receive a specific treatment proposal based on your facial anatomy.
After the consultation, you have a statutory cooling-off period of at least 48 hours (which applies to aesthetic injection treatments) to allow you to decide in your own time whether you wish to give your consent.
Injection therapy
Step by step
To ensure you feel completely at ease and know exactly what to expect, we have a strict and safe procedure in place for our injection treatments
Consultation
Medical assessment and choice of method
Your practitioner will carry out a very thorough clinical assessment of your bone structure, skin elasticity and the lymphatic system beneath the eye. We will determine whether the hollows are due to bone structure or pigmentation, and go through your health declaration.
Preparations
Preparing for a safe operation
We will ensure that you have not taken any blood-thinning medication prior to your appointment. The back of your hand will then be cleaned and thoroughly disinfected with chlorhexidine to maintain a sterile working area.
The treatment
Safe care at the clinic
A small amount of local anaesthetic is often applied to the injection site. A blunt cannula is then inserted under the skin. The hyaluronic acid, which also contains an anaesthetic (lidocaine), is distributed in a fan-shaped pattern across the back of the hand. The treatment usually takes around 30 minutes.
After treatment
Awakening and initial rest
The practitioner massages the hands thoroughly, sometimes using a specific cream, to ensure that the filler is completely and evenly distributed and that no lumps form. We go through the expected healing process verbally.
Recovery & healing
Self-care and convalescence guidelines
Avoid exposing your hands to dirty work (such as gardening) or extreme temperatures for the first 48 hours. You should also refrain from strenuous exercise and sauna sessions to minimise the risk of swelling.
Monitoring & results
Medical check-up and final assessment
After around 14 days, the hyaluronic acid will have integrated with your own tissue and settled gently. The final skin-rejuvenating result will then be assessed during a follow-up appointment, if required.
Our specialists in injections
At The Faculty, we prioritise medical expertise above all else. All treatments are carried out exclusively by qualified doctors and qualified injection nurses. The back of the hand is a highly complex area to treat, and our specialists possess the in-depth clinical knowledge and fine motor skills required to navigate safely above tendons and beneath veins using a blunt-tipped needle, which is absolutely crucial for a complication-free treatment.
Who can undergo the treatment?
To undergo medical injection treatments, you must be over 18 years of age, in good health and generally well. We do not treat women who are pregnant or breastfeeding. The ideal candidate is someone who is experiencing a loss of volume, has prominent blood vessels or very thin skin on their hands. Prior to treatment, we will assess your medical history to rule out any autoimmune diseases or active skin infections that could affect the procedure.
Our clinics
Hos The Faculty möter medicinsk expertis en omhändertagande atmosfär. På Hangövägen 20 finner du vår specialistanpassade klinik, utformad för att möta mycket stränga kliniska krav på hygien och säkerhet. För injektionsbehandlingar och hudvård tar vi emot dig på vår walk-in-klinik på Humlegårdsgatan 14 på Östermalm. Vår verksamhet genomsyras av ett vetenskapligt förhållningssätt och lång erfarenhet, vilket skapar en säker och transparent behandlingsresa.
Payment guarantee and insurance
Att välja att genomgå ett estetiskt kirurgiskt ingrepp eller en injektionsbehandling är ett personligt beslut, och på The Faculty värdesätter vi fullständig transparens genom att alltid erbjuda en tydlig och specificerad prisuppgift vid din konsultation. För din trygghet omfattas du av en omfattande patientförsäkring samt en förlängd garantitid under läkningsperioden, och för de som önskar erbjuder vi även finansiell vägledning kring delbetalning som ett valbart alternativ helt separerat från den medicinska bedömningen.
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Frequently asked questions about hand fillers
Here we have compiled some frequently asked questions about skin rejuvenation for the hands
Why do you get wrinkled hands at a young age?
This is largely down to genetics. People with a naturally low body fat percentage, or those born with anatomically thin skin on their hands, often find that their blood vessels and tendons are clearly visible as early as their twenties. Extreme sun exposure early in life also breaks down collagen more quickly and can cause premature ageing of the hands.
Do hand fillers help with visible and protruding blood vessels?
Yes, that is one of the main aims of the treatment. The filler is injected between the skin and the underlying blood vessels/tendons. By building up this layer, the underlying anatomy is ‘cushioned’, making the veins much less prominent and the hands look smoother.
What can you do about extremely thin skin on your hands?
If your skin has become paper-thin and fragile with age (age-related hands), hyaluronic acid can make a huge difference. By injecting a moisturising filler or skin booster, water is bound deep within the tissue, which increases the skin’s thickness, elasticity and radiance from within.
Does it hurt to have fillers injected into your hands?
Many people think it will be very painful because the hands are sensitive, but the treatment is generally very gentle. We use a blunt cannula, which minimises the number of injections, and the hyaluronic acid contains a local anaesthetic (lidocaine) that numbs the back of the hand from the inside as the product is distributed.
How long do the results of hand injections last?
The longevity of fillers in the hands is very good. As this area does not experience the same kind of intense, degrading muscle activity as, for example, the lips, a volume-enhancing treatment usually lasts between 9 and 12 months, and sometimes considerably longer, before the body gradually breaks down the hyaluronic acid.
Is it common to have a manicure?
It is a very common and popular treatment, but often receives less attention than facials. Many people place great importance on looking after their face, only to realise later that their hands (wrinkled hands) do not match the rejuvenated appearance of their face.
Can you massage your hands yourself after the treatment?
Immediately after the treatment, your injection specialist will massage your hands to ensure the product is distributed evenly. We recommend that you avoid pressing or massaging the area firmly yourself for the first few days, to allow the filler to settle exactly where it has been medically administered.
