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Solar Lentigines: Sun-Damaged Skin on the Hand
Corresponding author: Dr. Alec Sevilla, Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery, University of Miami, Miami, United States. a.sevilla@med.miami.edu
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How to cite this article: Sevilla A. Solar Lentigines: Sun-Damaged Skin on the Hand. Indian J Dermatol Venereol Leprol 2023;89:787
This acrylic painting on canvas captures the dorsum of a hand of an individual affected by sun-damaged skin and hyperpigmented sunspots, known as solar lentigines [Figure 1]. The warm colour palette, consisting of oranges, yellows, reds and browns emphasizes the role of excess sun exposure and its harmful ultraviolet radiation in the development of these skin changes. The painting’s texture and shading offer a portrayal of sun-damaged, wrinkled skin, while the overlying irregularly shaped brush strokes in varying shades of brown highlight the striking appearance of solar lentigines. This artwork aims to serve as a reminder of the importance of sun protection and skin health awareness while blending artistic elements with medical knowledge.
- Painting of the dorsal aspect of a sun-damaged hand with solar lentigines
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Patient’s consent not required as there are no patients in this study.
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