Neck

How to address the aging appearance of your neck and back of hands. 

There are several factors contributing to the aging appearance of your neck:

• Skin Changes: Over time, the neck’s skin undergoes a natural aging process, resulting in a loss of elasticity and collagen. This leads to sagging, wrinkles, and fine lines. On average, we lose about 1% of our collagen yearly, starting in our early thirties. 
• Sun Damage: UV exposure speeds up skin aging, causing sunspots, discolouration, and breakdown of collagen and elastin fibers in the skin. UV exposure causes approximately 80% of skin aging. 
• Muscle Weakness: The muscles in the neck can weaken over time, leading to loss of tone and firmness, contributing to sagging and the appearance of a “turkey neck.”
• Gravity: Gravity pulls down on the skin and tissues over time, exacerbating sagging and drooping. 
• Genetics: The neck area is susceptible to showing signs of aging, and genetic factors play a role in determining how quickly these signs appear
• Poor Posture: Constantly looking down at screens or maintaining poor posture can contribute to neck wrinkles and sagging skin.
• Smoking: Smoking speeds up aging by damaging collagen and elastin in the skin, leading to premature wrinkles and sagging.
• Dehydration: Lack of hydration can make the skin appear dull and exacerbate the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines.

How can we best address these issues? 

Fortunately, there are treatment options available at Shellharbour Skin.

Besides using a high-quality 50+ SPF sunscreen, incorporating a neck or hand-specific cream into your daily skincare routine is essential for achieving optimal neck rejuvenation. One excellent option is the skinbetter science Techno Neck Perfecting Cream. This advanced formula is specifically designed to target and improve the appearance of the delicate skin on the neck and décolleté area. It helps to firm and tighten the skin, reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and enhance overall skin texture and tone. When used with in-clinic treatments, such as neck rejuvenation procedures like laser therapy or injectables, the skinbetter science Techno Neck Perfecting Cream can enhance and prolong the results. Its nourishing ingredients and innovative technology work synergistically to provide long-lasting hydration, improve elasticity, and promote a smoother, more youthful-looking neck. By incorporating this neck-specific cream into your daily skincare routine, you are taking proactive steps to maintain a rejuvenated and more youthful appearance. Combing modalities is our preferred option here at Shellharbour Skin to achieve optimal results for neck rejuvenation. We begin the process by injecting bio-stimulators, such as calcium hydroxyapatite or poly L-lactic acid, into the superficial layers of the neck skin using a cannula. This helps to stimulate collagen production and improve skin elasticity.

Following the bio-stimulator injections, we perform 2-3 passes of radio frequency micro-needling on the treated area. This technique involves using a device with tiny needles that create controlled micro-injuries in the skin. Then, we deliver radiofrequency energy to different layers of the skin, promoting collagen remodeling and tightening of the neck skin.

To aid in the recovery process and minimize any discomfort, swelling, or bruising, we use LED treatment. During LED therapy, we expose the skin to specific wavelengths of light that have been proven to have therapeutic effects. Here, we use LED lights that help to reduce inflammation, promote healing, and ease post-treatment symptoms.

By combining these modalities, we can effectively target multiple aspects of neck rejuvenation, including collagen production, skin tightening, and post-treatment recovery. Our goal is to provide our patients with comprehensive and personalised treatments that yield natural-looking and long-lasting results.