They say the eyes are the windows to the soul, but the neck is a window to showing our age. The décolletage is one of the first signs of aging as the skin is so much more delicate on the neck. And because it’s rarely covered up with clothing, we are more self-conscious of lines, creepiness, and sagging. The neck gets a lot of sun exposure like our faces.
Besides using the creams below, it is important to wear sunscreen on your neck and chest area when outside under your moisturizer to help prevent further damage.
While these creams are marketed to specifically target the neck, please note that using a good moisturizer can also help with dryness, luminosity, and reducing fine lines. Creams that target the neck area usually have specific ingredients that claim to tighten and reduce deep lines.
What does dermatologist approved really mean?
Honestly, this is subjective. Just because it says dermatologist tested or approved does not mean it is guaranteed to fix the issue. Don’t be fooled. When a dermatologist recommends a product, it usually means it is safe to use and they have recommended it to their patients. Their patients may have tried it and had satisfactory results. Be aware of sponsored products any dermatologist touts heavily on social media or otherwise. Do your own research. TikTok videos are filled with influencers that are getting paid to promote products. Dermatologists have become the new “skincare” influencers. There are quite a handful of excellent doctors on social media that do give great insights into good and bad skincare products.
Be aware there is no “holy grail” or something that can completely make a 50-year-old neck look twenty again.
Since the skin on the neck is thinner than what is on our faces, be careful using retinoids in this area. It is best to consult with a dermatologist, especially with sensitive and aging skin. If you are using retinoids in the neck area, keep it to every three alternating days and gradually increase the frequency as tolerated.
Even Vitamin C creams and serums can cause irritation due to the acidic content. Be aware of the potency of vitamin C in your skincare. Usually, the Vitamin C level in a neck cream is on the lower end to lessen any irritation. By preventing free radical damage from UV exposure, vitamin C not only increases the formation of new collagen but also stops the breakdown of already-existing collagen. Peptides help collagen and elastin by acting as a foundational support and energy source.
Ingredients to watch for in your neck cream are glycerin, peptides, alpha hydroxy acids, squalene, ceramides, and hyaluronic acid that aid in skin hydration. Natural ingredients like licorice root extract are said to minimize dark spots and discoloration and are good for sensitive skin. Skin-smoothing sesame oil is a natural antioxidant which assists in cell turnover.
Topical Collagen- The Hype
There is no evidence that collagen creams absorb into the skin to make it firmer. It is best to take a collagen supplement. Dermatologists agree the collagen molecule is too large to be absorbed into the skin. Again, don’t be fooled about the hype of collagen as a topical skin ingredient. Collagen breaks down into amino acids that help build tissue. Therefore, it must be ingested.
There are a lot of amazing products that are affordable, safe, and include many of the ingredients that more expensive creams do.
Revision Skincare® Firming Night Treatment 1 oz.
This cream contains two peptides that have been shown in studies to minimize the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines. Shea butter and a combination of plant extracts help to alleviate dryness and contain sodium hyaluronate, which binds moisture to the skin. Dull, dry skin is brightened, replenished, and rehydrated. The company claims to combat photo-damage, which results in early aging. $54 at Editorspick.com The site has coupons for 10 percent off. Hurry, while supplies last.
Mario Badescu Vitamin A-D-E Neck Cream for All Skin Types
A moisture intense cream that has Vitamin E. cocoa butter and RNA to help firm the skin. For $20 it’s an affordable skin care purchase. The cream has a nourishing, skin-softening oil blend featuring rice bran oil which soothes irritation and helps with decongesting skin. Oprah Winfrey, Liv Tyler, Jennifer Aniston, Charlize Theron, Ashley Judd, Heidi Klum, and Brad Pitt have been known to be very loyal to this brand.
Eva Naturals, Neck Cream Moisturizer, 1.7 oz
This promising cream has some amazing ingredients as well as complimentary reviews on Amazon and iHerb. For about $10 you can’t beat it. The ingredients almost can’t be beat if you are looking to avoid heavy chemicals in cosmetics. Hyaluronic Acid locks in moisture and plumps wrinkles. The cream claims to lift and firm sagging skin. Ingredients- Aqua, aloe barbadensis leaf juice, glycerin (kosher, vegetable), glyceryl stearate, helianthus annuus seed oil (organic sunflower), cetyl alcohol, ethylhexyl palmitate, isopropyl palmitate, lactic acid, squalane (from olive oil), cocos nucifera oil (organic coconut), theobroma cacao seed butter, beeswax, simmondsia chinensis seed oil (organic jojoba) oenothera biennis oil (organic evening primrose), camellia oleifera seed oil (camellia), persea gratissima oil (avocado), calophyllum inophyllum seed oil (tamanu), rosa canina fruit oil (organic rosehip seed).
Yeouth Neck Firming Cream for Loose Skin
Anti-aging facial moisturizer for decolletage & double chin, skin care for wrinkles, lines, and dark spots. For women & men this product seems quite popular with over 3,000 reviews on Amazon. Made in the U.S. and owned by a cosmetic chemist. Natural, Paraben-free. The company offers a 90-day money-back refund guarantee. The main ingredients are green tea, opaline and Vitamin C. Other ingredients include- Organic aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Glycerin, Helianthus annuus (sunflower) seed oil, Glyceryl stearate, Ethylhexyl palmitate, Cetyl alcohol, Cocos nucifera (coconut) oil, Acetyl hexapeptide-8, Cetearyl alcohol, Sodium hyaluronate, Panthenol, Squalane. It sells for $28.49 on Amazon.
Perricone MD Cold Plasma Plus+ Neck & Chest Broad Spectrum SPF 25
It’s nice to have a product for the neck and chest that is not just a treatment but something you can wear every day because it has sunscreen. This cream is great for drier and normal skins. It visibly corrects & prevents discoloration and dark spots as it has vitamin C Ester, and Vitamin B, which is a dark spot & dullness eraser. The cream is fragrance-free. It’s not a cheap product, but it does come in under $90.00 and can be found in the sale. We picked it up once from Editorspick.com at $54.00. The brand itself does hold sale offers via their website and Instagram page. There is no reason this cream can’t be used on the face as well as the neck and chest. Of course, do a small test on your chin area to make sure you’re not sensitive to it.
Dr. Brandt Skincare Needles no more® Neck Sculpting Cream
This screen specifically made for the neck is supposed to help improve elasticity and firmness. The cream has sulphates and it’s made with a good dose of hyaluronic acid. It is fragrance free and has no parabens. Caffeine, soy isoflavones, spirulina, and guarana extract work together to help reduce the look of a fatty appearance below the chin and improve skin firmness. Pea Extract, a plant-derived protein that provides an instant tightening sensation and moisturization. It also has Hydra-Firm Complex, which is a combination of hyaluronic acid, glycerin, and panthenol that provides long-term hydration and prevents moisture loss for up to 72 hours. $95at Sephora.
Eucerin Q10 Anti- Wrinkle Crean
This drugstore product is a wonderful choice if you’re seeking a retinol-containing night cream for sensitive skin. This treatment also contains coenzyme q10, a potent antioxidant, along with hydrators including glycerin and vitamin E, in addition to retinol. Fragrance, alcohol, and dye free, and non-comedogenic facial moisturizer for softer, smoother looking skin. $12.00 at Amazon
Revision Skincare Nectifirm
Since it absorbs rapidly and has beneficial ingredients including skin-firming peptides, skin-brightening vitamin C, and moisture-retaining vitamin E, Revision Skincare’s Nectifirm lotion is a great option. The creme provides a decent dose of antioxidants so your skin appears brighter. $94.
L’Oréal Paris Advanced RevitaLift Face & Neck Day Cream
The L’Oréal Paris Advanced RevitaLift Face & Neck Day Cream is another option if you are looking for a face and neck cream in one jar. You can immediately show your best face (and neck) thanks to this formula’s low concentration of retinol for reducing fine wrinkles. This cream is one of the best drugstore options. $13 to $15. Loreal is now offering many fragrance-free options in their products.
This drugstore product is a wonderful choice if you’re seeking a retinol-containing night cream for sensitive skin. This treatment also contains coenzyme q10, a potent antioxidant, along with hydrators including glycerin and vitamin E, in addition to retinol. Fragrance, alcohol, and dye free, and non-comedogenic facial moisturizer for softer, smoother looking skin. $12.00 at Amazon.
The Necessary™ Neck Serum
A daily multi-peptide treatment for tech neck and aging neck, The Neck Serum. This quickly absorbing emulsion contains 5 peptides in a clinically validated concentration to stimulate the skin’s natural production of collagen and encourage more advanced repair. Skin looks lifted and feels firm. Hypoallergenic and Dermatologist-Tested $60.
Estée Lauder Resilience Multi-Effect Tri-Peptide Face and Neck Crème
Seeking to address two areas on your skin at one with your skin-care routine? With this face and neck cream set from Estée Lauder, you’re set. Its formulation uses skin-firming peptides to promote the gradual creation of collagen and elastin over time. If you are looking to strengthen and smooth the skin on your neck and face, the Estee Lauder cream is especially worth a spend because it targets two areas at once. $99
Organic Greek Anti-Aging Cream
This cream contains clinically proven ingredients in a scientifically formulated cream that makes your skin beautiful. With squalene as the fourth ingredient your skin will feel silky and non- irritated. And it has no drying alcohol. This is one of the perfect creams if you have sensitive skin and it is our “editors favorite.”
- Noticeably light clean barely their fragrance * Goes on smoothly * Absorbs quickly * All day hydration for face, neck, and eyes * Rejuvenates and replenishes skin cell production * Diminishes wrinkles, fine lines, and crow’s feet * Reduces dark circles and puffiness * Lightens dark spots and sun damage * Boosts collagen production * Increases elasticity * Non-drying and won’t irritate sensitive skin. Softens fine lines, fades age spots, brightens, and evens skin tone for a radiant glow, absorbs quickly with no greasy or sticky residue, leaving skin silky soft and smooth. Natural and organic ingredients. $29.99 at http://www.organicgreek.com
It’s clinically proven to help fade the look of stubborn deep wrinkles, including crow’s feet, forehead, and cheek wrinkles; brighten skin’s tone; and smooth fine lines and texture. All OrganicGreek products are manufactured in an FDA approved facility.
RoC Multi Correxion 5 in 1 Chest, Neck & Face Cream
Clinically Proven Hexyl-R Complex™ Visibly Even & Firm Sagging Skin on Face & Neck Broad-Spectrum SPF 30 Sunscreen Dermatologist Recommended Anti-Aging Brand RoC® is a leading French skincare brand devoted, since 1957, to developing clinically proven products that deliver visible and lasting results. Deeply moisturizes skin with glycerin and shea butter while shielding you from UV-induced sun damage with broad-spectrum SPF 30. Visibly Even & Firm Sagging Skin on Face & Neck.
it COSMETICS Confidence in a Neck Cream – Anti-Aging & Firming Moisturizer
A moisturizer that improves the look of your neck, décolleté, and chest is Confidence in a Neck Cream. It has been clinically proven to promote firmness, smoothness, and elasticity while minimizing the appearance of neck wrinkles.
ANTI-AGING INGREDIENTS – This firming moisturizer rapidly revitalizes the look of skin for a supple, smoother appearance. It contains fucoidan seaweed extract, shea butter, and a Tri-Structural Complex with elastin, collagen, and hyaluronic acid.
All-in-one Creams
In some cases, one product can be used on your face, neck, and body. Cosmetic companies don’t want to tell you that because they are upselling and trying to get you to buy more than one product from them. Please realize that everyone is different, and this may not work for everyone. Always use extreme caution near the eye area and anything with fragrance or a cream that is too heavy is not recommended in the eye area.
It’s best to test a small amount in a small area to make sure there is no redness or irritation. This goes with any cream you purchase. Of course, people with certain sensitivities will need separate products for the eyes, face, and body. Body creams are usually thicker and should not be used around the eye. And of course, eye creams are usually not rich enough for the entire body. Many people may have to use varied brands for each body part. It’s all about trying and seeing what works for you and your skin type. When in doubt and if any irritation develops, stop using the product and consult a dermatologist if a rash develops.
Check out websites like IncDecoder.com to see what is in your products. It’s a great learning and reference tool. The website lists one of the largest selections of products where you can search for skin and hair ingredients on the market.
Hydra-Repair Day Cream (65mL) Camellia, Geranium Blossom by Grown Alchemist
We found this brand via Dr Dray on You Tube. The brand was listed in one of her videos about dark spots. While we can’t attest if the cream works miracles and what the results are on the neck and chest, but if you have sensitive skin, it’s worth a try.
The cream claims to have plant-derived actives, including Aloe + Vitamin E, which alchemize to improve skin hydration levels without leaving residual oil or shine on the skin. It also doubles as a priming base for makeup application, smoothing the look of pores and leaving skin a blurred canvas. The blurring effect may diminish the look of fine lines on the neck. If you have sensitive skin, this organic brand is something to try. If you are not familiar with the $160 Chanel Le Lift line, Camellia is one of their premier ingredients and this cream is half the cost.
Aqua/Water/Eau, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Extract, Cetearyl Olivate (Plant/Plante), Sorbitan Olivate (Plant/Plante), Camellia Sinensis Oil, Cetyl Alcohol (Plant/Plante), Dicaprylyl Carbonate (Plant/Plante), Glycerin (Plant/Plante), Rosa Canina (Rosehip/Cynorhodon) Fruit Oil, Xanthan Gum, Tocopherol (Vitamin E/Vitamine E) (Plant/Plante), Pelargonium Graveolens (Geranium/Géranium) Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Citrus Reticulata (Tangerine) Peel Oil, Sucrose (Plant/Plante), Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Root Extract, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Salix Alba (White Willow/Saule Blanc) Bark Extract, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein (Plant/Plante), Sodium Phytate (Plant/Plante), Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Oil, Benzyl Alcohol, Dehydroacetic Acid, Linalool (Plant/Plante), Limonene (Plant/Plante), Citral (Plant/Plante), Geraniol (Plant/Plante), Citronellol (Plant/Plante). (*Plant Derived/Dérivé des Plantes).
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