The Real Reason Hands and Feet Age Faster

Slow Recovery at the Body's Extremities

The "end of the line," farthest from the heart
Do you know why hands and feet age faster? They're the "end of the line," farthest from the heart, so blood arrives late — which means nutrients arrive late and recovery is slow.

Thin Skin That Shows Aging

Little fat and visible wrinkles
The skin on the backs of your hands and the tops of your feet is very thin, with almost no fat layer. Lose even a little collagen and wrinkles appear right away, and bones and veins show through.

A Harsh External Environment

UV exposure and chemical irritation
The backs of your hands are practically No. 1 for UV exposure. They work hard all day and get washed with soap, detergents and alcohol.

Accumulated Pressure and Physical Fatigue

Friction on the feet and a heavier life
Feet also wrinkle from constant pressure, sweat, dead skin and friction. As a bonus, life and the body both get heavier over time.

Why Daily Care Matters

The effect of moisturizing and exfoliating
Sunscreen, moisturizer, ten minutes of warm water — and for your feet, just regular exfoliating — make a dramatic difference.