{"id":2711,"date":"2021-12-22T10:46:00","date_gmt":"2021-12-22T18:46:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wellconnected.murad.com\/?p=2711"},"modified":"2023-03-29T09:26:02","modified_gmt":"2023-03-29T16:26:02","slug":"how-to-treat-and-prevent-neck-wrinkles","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wellconnected.murad.com\/how-to-treat-and-prevent-neck-wrinkles\/","title":{"rendered":"Wrinkle wrap-up, part 4: It\u2019s time to talk neck wrinkles, from neck lifts to tech neck"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

When dermatologists\u2019 doors swung open after being shuttered for the pandemic, skincare procedures apparently spiked, especially for the neck. Understandable, given endless chest-up Zoom meetings and the phenomenon known as “tech neck” (muscle movement while using phones, tablets and computers, resulting in neck and shoulder soreness). The American Society of Plastic Surgeons reports<\/a> that 96% of the procedures performed on women and 14% of the procedures performed on men were\u00a0neck lifts, whereas 20 years ago, there weren\u2019t even enough\u00a0neck lifts\u00a0to gather data. While steps for preventing neck wrinkles<\/a> are in line with preventing wrinkles overall<\/a>, there are a few nuances for what’s going on south of your chin. Here, a few FAQs.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Q:<\/strong> Is neck skin thinner than the rest of the face?  
A:<\/strong> Yes. Because it needs to accommodate neck muscles that move quickly and freely in almost all directions. This thinness combined with exposure to UV damage means the neck can show signs of aging quicker than other areas. Sagging skin also exacerbates the look of neck wrinkles<\/a> and crepey skin. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q:<\/strong> Are there different kinds of\u00a0neck wrinkles<\/a>?\u202f\u00a0
A:<\/strong> Sure are. While\u00a0horizontal neck wrinkles\u00a0are the natural direction, vertical\u00a0neck wrinkles\u00a0can show up, too. Both are triggered by the same\u00a0sun damage, loss of elasticity, and hormonal imbalances that decrease the production of\u00a0collagen\u00a0and\u00a0elastin.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q:<\/strong> Can a\u00a0neck lift\u00a0prevent neck wrinkles<\/a>?\u00a0\u00a0
A:<\/strong> It depends. The\u00a0neck muscle\u00a0is attached to the face and when the face starts the sag, the neck follows suit.\u00a0While many believe a neck lift can deliver incredible cosmetic benefits, many professionals believe that a procedure focused solely on the neck won\u2019t deliver the youthful contour that comes from firmer ski<\/a>n further up the face. Pairing a\u00a0neck lift\u00a0(also known as a lower rhytidectomy) with a facial lift might deliver a longer-lasting and more structured result.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q:<\/strong> Can anything be done to correct and prevent\u00a0neck wrinkles<\/a>?\u00a0
A:<\/strong> When considering\u00a0how to prevent neck wrinkles, retinol<\/a> and retinal<\/a> (two derivatives of retinoids) are all-star ingredients.\u00a0Whether applying to your d\u00e9colletage<\/a>, face<\/a> or just the skin around eyes<\/a>, retinal<\/a>\u00a0takes on the loss of firmness and elasticity<\/a> for a visible lift<\/a> and smoother, more sculpted skin<\/a>. It can also help prevent wrinkles thanks to its collagen-boosting abilities.\u00a0And don’t forget the SPF<\/a>. Always with the SPF, since sun exposure\u00a0is one of the biggest culprits of premature sagging. Apply sunscreen\u00a0from the forehead\u00a0all the way down to your chest to optimize defense.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

More about wrinkles here<\/strong>:
Wrinkle wrap-up, part 1: The bottom line on preventing wrinkles<\/em>? Do these 5 things every. Single. Day.<\/a>
Wrinkle wrap-up, part 2: How to give smile lines<\/em> (aka wrinkles around your mouth) the boot<\/a>
Wrinkle wrap-up, part 3: Why you have forehead wrinkles<\/em> and what you can do about it<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

References for this information<\/strong>:
Skin Research & Technology,<\/em> volume 9, issue 3, pages 236-241<\/a>
Genetics and Skin Aging, Dermato-Endocrinology,<\/em> 2012, volume 4, issue 3, pages 280-284<\/a>
Plastic Surgery Statistics Report<\/em>, American Society of Plastic Surgeons, 2020<\/a>
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