Help for Neck Wrinkles
What causes neck wrinkles?
Neck wrinkles can be caused or made more prominent by several factors, including:
Sun exposure
Cumulative exposure to UV radiation emitted from sunlight can cause damage to the skin that presents as signs of premature aging like fine lines, wrinkles, and dark spots4. This process is called photoaging.
The natural aging process
As we age, the skin loses some of its natural elasticity due to a gradual reduction in collagen production. This combined with natural moisture loss due to aging can cause wrinkles to appear more prominent5.
Genetics
Some people are more prone to wrinkles than others due to their genetic makeup3.
Repetitive motions or postures
Wrinkles in skin can be caused by repeated motions that cause the skin to fold in the same spot2. For neck wrinkles, these wrinkles are sometimes referred to as 'tech neck', because of the prolonged head-down posture we assume while looking at cell phones or other devices6.
Lifestyle choices like smoking
Studies have shown that smoking can contribute to symptoms of premature aging in the skin, and that it has a negative effect on skin elasticity and overall health7.
How to reduce the appearance of neck wrinkles
To help with reducing the appearance of neck wrinkles, look to your skincare routine.
Use skin-firming skincare products
Topical skincare products can be effective for helping to reduce the appearance of neck wrinkles when used as directed.
NIVEA Skin Firming & Anti-Wrinkle Neck & Chest Cream is clinically shown to improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles on the delicate skin of the neck and chest in as little 2 weeks with regular use. Enriched with Coenzyme Q10, Creatine, Squalane, and Provitamin B5, this clinically-graded cream is uniquely created for use on the chest and neck and delivers 24-hour moisture while improving skin elasticity.
Can you prevent neck wrinkles from forming?
While there is no way to completely prevent age-related neck wrinkles from forming, there are some approaches you can take to help avoid unnecessary premature skin aging.
Protect your skin from the sun
Photoaging is the culprit of 90% of visible changes to the skin, according to the Skin Cancer Foundation. Prolonged and cumulative sun exposure accelerates the skin's aging process and contributes to the formation of wrinkles8. Keeping your skin protected from the sun's harmful UV rays can help prevent unnecessary premature skin aging. Be sure to wear broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF of at least 30 daily, even on overcast days, applying and reapplying regularly as directed. In addition to wearing sunscreen, take other sun protection measures such as seeking shade when spending time outdoors, wearing protective clothing, and avoiding sun exposure during peak hours of the day.
Be mindful of posture
As mentioned above, 'tech neck' can cause folding in the skin from looking down at phones or other devices for hours every day. Be mindful of postures that may contribute to folding of the skin.
Keep skin moisturized
Some wrinkles in the skin can appear more pronounced due to dehydration. By keeping skin properly moisturized and by keeping your body hydrated, you can help the skin appear more supple and reduce the appearance of dehydration-related wrinkles9.
Don’t smoke
To keep skin looking healthy, don’t smoke. Smoking can cause damage to the skin that affects its elasticity, leading to signs of premature aging like wrinkles10.
Managing neck wrinkles and supporting firmer skin with NIVEA Skin Firming & Anti-Wrinkle Neck & Chest Cream with Q10
Neck wrinkles may be an inevitable part of aging, but with the right skincare routine, you can help support firmer skin and visually reduce their appearance.
NIVEA's innovative skin firming and toning products with Q10 are specially formulated to help visibly reduce the appearance of wrinkles and support skin elasticity while delivering moisture with regular use.
In addition to the NIVEA Skin Firming & Anti-Wrinkle Neck & Chest Cream mentioned above, the product line contains other moisturizing skin care products to support firmer, younger-looking skin, from rich NIVEA Q10 Skin Firming Body Cream to NIVEA Skin Firming Sheer Hydration Body Lotion, and more.
