DO I REALLY NEED A NECK CREAM?
21st Jan 2022
When it comes to skincare, the neck should be treated as an extension of our faces - but with a unique set of needs. Just like the skin on our face, our neck and décolleté requires the same key components of skincare, such as intensive hydration, protective antioxidants and sun protection. However, its difference in cellular composition and the fact that it is always in constant motion, means it requires more targeted ingredient science to achieve firm, plump, smooth, and youthful-looking skin.
How is the neck and décolleté area different?
The neck and décolleté are often neglected areas, but skin here contains less sebaceous glands and therefore tends to be thinner, meaning that it is more prone to the visible signs of aging. The neck area, without proper care, is the first place to experience dehydration, wrinkles, fine lines, loss of elasticity, visible oil glands, telangiectasias (small, dilated blood vessels, also known as spider veins), hypo- and hyperpigmentation and crepiness. Certain lifestyle habits will also have an effect; sun exposure can cause long lasting hyperpigmentation and exacerbate dryness, and excessive screen time can lead to ‘tech neck’ - fine lines and wrinkles caused from constantly looking down at our phones and computers.
What makes an effective neck cream?
Your neck will benefit from intensive anti-aging ingredients that help firm and smooth the skin and nourishing lipids and ceramides to support the skin’s own lipid barrier. Hyaluronic Acid will also offer intensive hydration and skin smoothing benefits. My newest invention, SUPER ANTI-AGING NECK & DÉCOLLETÉ CREAM is the latest addition to the SUPER ANTI-AGING COLLECTION and contains a high concentration of potent ingredients that target the specific skin needs of the neck and décolleté. Hyaluronic Acid and Prickly Pear provide the essential hydration that delicate skin requires, Ceramides and nourishing lipids from Shea Butter, Marula Oil and Mango Seed Oil support the skin’s own lipid barrier and Mangosteen has a plumping effect. It also contains Shiitake Mushroom Extract, which helps tighten and firm the skin and Kombucha and Daisy Extracts which balance skin tone and help diminish the appearance of dark spots caused by sun exposure and aging. With regular use, it leaves skin more plump, youthful, and even toned.
How should I apply a neck cream?
Apply after cleansing your face and neck, (it’s essential to continue your skincare routine down your neckline and even the décolleté). Gently pat the SUPER ANTI-AGING NECK & DÉCOLLETÉ CREAM onto the skin using the hands, pressing the product into the skin. Next, stroke the neck and décolleté with both hands in upwards movements and finally, pat ‘dry’ with both hands. Use AM and PM and in the morning, remember to also apply sun protection such as my SUN DROPS SPF50 after applying your moisturizer to protect against sun exposure.
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Dr. Barbara Sturm
DATE:
21 January 2022
