Neck Rejuvenation: Treating Lines, Bands and Crepiness

There is a reason the phrase "save face" exists, most people's attention to skincare and sun protection stops at the jawline. The neck, with its thin, delicate skin, often ages faster than the face and is one of the most commonly neglected areas in both daily skincare and aesthetic treatments.

At Tu Bella in Hemel Hempstead, we see clients who are pleased with how their face looks but feel let down by their neck. The good news is that it responds well to treatment.

Common neck concerns

• Platysmal bands: vertical cords running down the front of the neck, created by the platysma muscle
• Horizontal neck lines: the creases that run across the neck, often called "tech neck" from years of looking down at screens
• Skin laxity: loose or crepey skin along the neck and under the chin
• Submental fat: fullness under the chin

Botulinum toxin for platysmal bands

When the platysma muscle becomes prominent, its vertical cords can create an aged appearance and drag the lower face downwards. Botulinum toxin injected along these bands relaxes the muscle, softening the cords and providing a subtle upward effect on the lower face and jowl area.

This is sometimes called the "Nefertiti lift" and is one of the most effective non-surgical approaches for the neck.

Skin boosters for neck skin quality

The skin of the neck is thinner and more delicate than facial skin and can become crepey with age and sun exposure. Skin boosters, Profhilo in particular, can significantly improve the hydration, elasticity and texture of the neck skin, making it look more toned and rejuvenated.

Building a combined approach

For most people with multiple neck concerns, a combination of botulinum toxin (for the muscle component) and skin boosters or mesotherapy (for the skin quality component) delivers the best overall result.

Sun protection on the neck, consistently, is also essential, as UV damage is a major driver of neck ageing and will undermine any treatment in the long run.

Explore neck rejuvenation at Tu Bella or book a consultation in Hemel Hempstead.