The neck is often overlooked when it comes to skincare, but its appearance can have a big impact on our overall look. So, if we want to look after our skin we mustn’t forget to take our skin treatments below the jawline – or as many skincare experts suggest, all the way down to the décolletage.
Aging neck treatments
What are the best treatments for an aging neck? Put simply, that would be the same skincare therapies and products you would use on your face. But keep in mind that your skin concerns on your neck and chest may be different to those on your face, as with combination skin.
Age spots on the neck (or hyper-pigmentation) is a common concern, much like the face. It can be caused by various factors but the number one cause of pigmentation is sun damage. For this reason, regular SPF applied to the face (and neck) is important.
Vitamin C and bakuchiol are also key natural players to help ward off a prematurely aging neck. LED (light emitting diode) therapy is also a powerful tool. The different wavelengths of light penetrate the skin at different depths, which can trigger biological processes that help the skin rejuvenate.
And, you don’t even need to visit a salon to enjoy the benefits of LED light therapy. We trialled the Silk’n LED Neck Mask (£130, silkn.co.uk) to find out the results you can expect from this type of treatment on an aging neck. Read on to find our what our tester thought…
On trial: Silk’n LED Neck Mask
“The neck mask was very quick and easy to set up. After the initial charging time I strapped the mask around my neck – it is sturdy but surprisingly comfortable. I was slightly concerned that it would feel too tight or constricting, but it is soft and easy to wear while reading, watching TV, or whilst meditating, as I’ve been doing it. I use the automatic setting, which lasts for 15 minutes, so I’ll listen to a guided meditation at the same time to maximise the wellbeing benefits.
The mask works with red, blue, yellow and purple LED light, said to target various skin concerns including fine lines, wrinkles, skin elasticity, pigmentation and skin texture.
I’m in my early 40s and have recently started to notice a rougher texture and fine lines creeping in on my neck. Although I’ve always been quite strict when it comes to my facial skincare routine, I must admit that I haven’t cared for my neck as well as I should’ve done!
I started using the neck mask twice a week, then three to four times a week as per the instructions. It’s quick and easy and after four weeks I’m so pleased with the results. The skin on my neck is noticeably smoother and feels firmer, plus my fine lines and pigmentation marks are reduced.
Since using the mask regularly, it’s actually changed my whole approach to skincare. I always cleanse and treat my neck now and include some face and neck massage as I do it, and it’s become a sort of meditation/skincare hybrid ritual that helps me unwind at the end of the day.”
