Don’t Neglect The Neck: Why This Area Needs Special Care

As we age, it’s important to pay attention to the way our skin changes.  Aging, sun damage, dryness, and lifestyle habits all contribute to changes in our skin. In addition to the skin on our face and hands, there’s another area that’s critical to address: the neck. Skincare for the neck is particularly important as we age. Skin laxity is a common concern for many as the years go by. Reduced collagen, weight fluctuations, and simply the passage of time all contribute to skin laxity.

Skin laxity in the neck is a natural part of aging, but if it’s bothering you or if you want to get ahead of it, there are several things you can do. Neck skincare doesn’t get as much attention as traditional skincare but it should! To maintain a youthful appearance, don’t neglect the neck!

But what does skincare for the neck look like? Does it differ from traditional skincare? Can you use the same products for neck skincare as you do for the skin on your face? We’ll explore all of this and more below.

About Skincare For the Neck

If you’ve ever heard someone say “don’t neglect the neck” it’s a good idea to listen to them; they’re onto something. Typically when we think of skincare, we think of the face. Reducing fine lines and wrinkles, minimizing acne and blemishes, and addressing sun spots are common concerns people seek out when they’re looking to optimize their skincare routines. As we age, however, our skincare needs change. We tend to pay more attention to skin laxity (loss of firmness and sagging) and may want to prioritize other things like collagen production.

Maintaining a youthful appearance doesn’t just come from having plump cheeks and volume throughout the face, though. It also has to do with what happens in the jawline and below, namely in the neck. 

The skin in the neck is thinner, has fewer oil glands, and is susceptible to sagging even earlier than that of the skin on the face. Even those who are meticulous about their regular skincare routines may find themselves frustrated if they’re not paying attention to the neck.

The thing about neck skincare is that it doesn’t necessarily have to be different from your approach to skincare on your face. Anti-aging products and remedies work well for both the face and neck areas but the key is to not neglect the neck. Making sure you extend your product application past the face is pivotal to seeing results.

Neck Skincare Products You Need

If signs of aging are starting to bother you or if you’re looking to prevent them, it’s important that you know which products to use. While some people use professional treatments to address volume loss, neck bands, or texture changes in the skin, others turn to the topicals.

The clean skin care collection at Mālie Organics’ BotanyBeauty presents everyday products to help boost collagen production and keep you looking your best. This line is intended for all ages and skin types but may be particularly useful for those dealing with fine lines, wrinkles, and skin laxity in the neck.

When using these products, make sure to apply them all over the face as well as below the neckline. Gentle yet generous and regular usage is recommended to allow these products to fully absorb and give you the gorgeous neck you’re after.

Gentle Cleanser

Think you don’t need to cleanse your neck? Think again. If you’re going to be applying retinoids, serums, and other firming agents to the neck area, you need to make sure they’re going on clean skin. Simply layering one product on top of the other without removing excess buildup will only lead to blemishes and may prevent the products from actually penetrating the epidermis.

So before anything else, make sure to cleanse but do it gently! Avoid harsh scrubbing  and instead use gentle, upward strokes.

Toner

Using a toner is a great neck-step in your routine. Neutralizing toners like the BotanyBeauty Hydrosol Facial Tonic remove residual oil to prep the skin for maximum hydration. This can be beneficial to help maximize the benefits of the serum and the moisturizer, which come next.

Serum

Once you’ve cleansed and toned the skin, you’ll want to follow up with a light serum. While cleansing and moisturizing are vital, serums for neck skincare are non-negotiable. If you’re going to use just one product for your neck, this should be it. The highly concentrated formulas are designed to help with firming, lifting, smoothing, brightening, and protecting. This gives you everything you want and need to revitalize and rejuvenate the skin on your neck. Apply nightly for optimal results.

Moisturizer

The following step in your neck skincare routine should be a moisturizer, but not just any moisturizer. The Illuminating Moisturizer from BotanyBeauty will allow your neck to drink in the maximum amount of hydration possible. Targeted ingredients like Dimethyl Sulfone MSM is known for its collagen-boosting properties while natural essential oils help calm dryness and inflammation. It’s these active, age-defying ingredients that can make all the difference in the appearance of your neck as you move through life.

SPF

Lastly, always follow up with a broad-spectrum SPF 30 or higher. This is a crucial component of neck skincare and should be applied whether or not you’re going outdoors. The sun’s UV rays can penetrate through windows. While it’s great to get natural Vitamin D from the sun, you still need to protect your face and neck so don’t skimp on the SPF!

BotanyBeauty: Taking Care of Your Neck Care Needs

Finding a clean skin care company that prioritizes all-over wellness is hard to come by but Mālie Organics’ BotanyBeauty does it with ease. Our fragrance-free skin care line is powered by the best plant science available. Plants share the same building blocks as our skin while containing free radical fighting antioxidants and hydrating emollients we all need for optimal, healthy aging skin. We harness these potent, age-defying active ingredients and bottle them up for customers like you to enjoy.

Your skin deserves the best. Be nice to your neck by supplying it with the daily indulgence of Mālie Organics’ BotanyBeauty. Shop now!