The skin on the neck is particularly delicate and thin, which means that this area can be quick to show the signs of ageing.
Any loss of fat that occurs exacerbates the issue, so for those that lose weight, the neck can be particularly ageing. Yet nearly everyone finds that with time the neck area loses tightness, leading to saggy skin and creases.
Sadly, the neck is often neglected in terms of skincare. There are few specialist products tailored to met the needs of this area and little awareness about trying to look after it until it’s too late.
For those who have taken care with their faces, the contrast of good facial skin against sagging neck tissues can be a secret giveaway of age!
Neck Rejuvenation Treatment Options
So what can you do when the neck skin starts to sag and crease?
Neck Lift Surgery
Traditionally surgery has been the only way to really improve loose neck skin. A neck lift is a surgical procedure that works to remove excess skin in order to present a smoother and more youthful appearance. The ‘lift’ created rejuvenates the area and makes it more youthful.
Surgery can be successful, but there are a few downsides to be aware of:
- Expensive treatment
- Requires general anaesthetic and hospital stay
- Aftercare and entails bandages, avoiding exercise, wound care
- Recovery after surgery tends to take a while
- Irreversible procedure, involving removal of excess skin
Non-Surgical Neck Lift
Surgery is not the only choice – there are now new non-surgical means of improving the appearance of the neck using injections and advanced technology. Some work primarily on the structure of the neck and are designed to lift and reshape the area; while others work to improve the quality and condition of the skin.
‘Structural’ – Lifting and Reshaping Treatments
Designed to improve the physical shape and profile of the neck area. Options include:
- Dermal Fillers – structural use of fillers can help to lift loose neck skin by providing more structure and shape
- Profhilo – an injectable product which works to improve loose skin, adding structure that can better support and even provide a ‘lift’ to the neck for a more youthful profile
- Jawline fillers (e.g. Radiesse) – fillers can be used to improve definition of the jawline and chin. This will also improve the neck area by lifting the skin
- ‘Nefertiti Lift’ with Botulinum toxin – where patients have visible vertical ‘neck bands’, anti-wrinkle injections (i.e. BOTOX or Bocouture) can be applied to calm the overactive muscle activity for a smoother profile. This also creates an upward lift for better definition of the neck
‘Textural’ – Skin Improvement Treatments
Designed to stimulate cell renewal and collagen production can help to improve the condition and appearance of the skin. Options include:
- Mesotherapy – injecting carefully chosen cocktail of ingredients to boost the skin’s renewal, leading to tighter and fresher looking skin
- Tixel thermal fractional rejuvenation treatment – this treatment uses heat to stimulate the skin’s healing and renewal
- Resurfx laser skin resurfacing – laser energy is delivered into the deeper layers of the skin where it boosts collagen, elastin and cell renewal – tightening and remodelling the skin
- IPL intense pulsed light – like laser, IPL penetrates to the skin’s deeper layers, where it triggers production of collagen, elastin and cell renewal
Non-Surgical Neck Lift
With a range of potential solutions at hand, the best approach starts with identifying the real cause of the problem. The starting point to any treatment is a consultation, where the neck will be fully reviewed as well as lifestyle factors such as sun exposure, weight gain/loss and natural physiology. Dr John Tanqueray carries out thorough consultations in order to provide the best possible advice on treatment.
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Mulberry House Clinic
Established 2003
Mulberry House Clinic has an excellent reputation in the Northampton area as an independent, doctor-led practice with over 15 years experience. Cosmetic skin treatments are carried out by Dr John Tanqueray, who works closely with leading manufacturers to remain at the forefront of the medical aesthetics.
A private consultation is the starting point for all patients in order to facilitate a full discussion about the desired results as well as detailed facial and skin assessment. Find out more about first consultation.
For further information or to arrange a confidential consultation, please complete our contact form, call 01604 702630 or email: info@mulberryhouseclinic.co.uk.
