Why Do My Hands Bruise So Easily? Dermatologist Explains

Bruising on the backs of your hands? Thin, paper-like skin that seems to tear easily? In this video, board-certified dermatologist Dr. Dray explains senile purpura (actinic purpura), why the backs of the hands age faster than other areas of the body, and the evidence-based strategies that can help protect and strengthen aging skin over time. Learn how sun damage, collagen loss, elastin breakdown, and thinning skin contribute to easy bruising, plus what actually works to improve the health and appearance of aging hands. Dr. Dray reviews the science behind sunscreen, topical retinoids, adapalene, alpha hydroxy acids like AmLactin, vitamin C, moisturizers, red light therapy, and in-office procedures including fractional lasers, microneedling, Sculptra, Radiesse, and fat grafting. Suggested products discussed in this video: UPF Driving Gloves: https://amzlink.to/az05hYZ8Kcr6f AmLactin: https://amzlink.to/az0r9ArzAFr9W Adapalene: https://amzlink.to/az0qNXhCFlS26 Omnilux Contour Glove: https://go.shopmy.us/p-9210939 TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Introduction 0:52 Why the backs of the hands age so quickly 3:05 What is senile purpura (actinic purpura)? 4:37 What easy bruising says about skin health 6:09 Evidence-based treatments that actually help 6:28 Daily sunscreen for aging hands 7:39 Topical retinoids and adapalene 9:13 Moisturizers for fragile skin 10:31 AmLactin and alpha hydroxy acids 12:06 Vitamin C for aging skin 13:14 Red light therapy for the hands 14:30 In-office pr