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A graceful smooth neck is associated with youth and grace. Unfortunately, this delicate part of the body receives unreasonably little attention from us and, earlier than the face, begins to give out age … Let’s figure out how to rejuvenate the neck and décolleté at home.
Causes of neck skin aging
In structure, the skin of the neck is very similar to the delicate and delicate skin around the eyes, that is, with thin subcutaneous fat, it is almost devoid of sebaceous glands.
Non-physiological position of the spine
During the day, we constantly nod, tilt our head to the right, then to the left, stretch our neck, press it into our shoulders. For us, this is a manifestation of emotions, but for the neck, or rather, for the cervical spine, a serious burden. Muscles are twisted, then stretched – no rest and relaxation. And the skin either twists or stretches along with them, so it rather loses its elasticity – the same principle applies as in the formation of mimic wrinkles.
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static posture
Watch yourself while you work. We sit in the same position for hours, especially while reading, knitting, sewing, putting together puzzles. This is a huge load on the cervical spine.
Photoaging
Often we forget to apply SPF cream on the neck and décolleté, and hence the loss of elasticity, flabbiness of the skin, wrinkles.
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How to rejuvenate the skin of the neck at home
moisturizing;
food;
UV protection.
And if we talk about home methods for rejuvenating the skin of the neck and décolleté, there are three of them:
special cosmetics;
massage (self-massage);
gymnastics.
And now let’s dwell on each in more detail.
Cosmetical tools
There are many options, we will tell you about the most worthy, according to the editors of Healthy-Food.
Anti-aging face and neck cream Revitalift, L’Oréal Paris
Cream for the neck, decollete and oval face Neovadiol Phytosculpt, Vichy
Face cream “Active lifting 45+. Day Care» series Skin Naturals, Garnier
Cream with the complex “Plant Cells of Youth + Shea Butter” acts on the skin in three directions:
has an anti-aging effect;
reduces wrinkles;
strengthens the contours of the face.
Concentrated anti-aging serum in ampoules LiftActiv Specialist Peptide-C, Vichy
Night face cream Rénergie Multi Glow, Lancôme
Lifting effect, radiance, even tone – such a result is promised on the package. The cream contains red berry extract, which gives the skin radiance, and flax extract, known for its resistance to extreme weather conditions. The cream moisturizes and gives a noticeable lifting effect. Skin appears firmer and facial contours more defined. An even and radiant tone appears, wrinkles are reduced.
Massage
Neck massage is a pleasant and very effective procedure, which, if desired, can be done independently.
For example, during water procedures. With a jet of water from the shower, stroke in a circular motion. Water should be cool.
Or while applying cream. Apply it with stroking movements, moving from the neckline and above – to the neck, and then to the chin.
Well helps to remove puffiness and remove excess fluid lymphatic drainage massage.
With the pads of your fingers, walk along the neck and finish the movement on the collarbones.
In the clavicle cavities, linger and lightly press into the recesses.
Pressing, move from the collarbone to the armpits.
Special exercises
It is unpleasant when the neck becomes numb. Simple but effective exercises come to the rescue, which can be easily performed not only at home, but also in the office.
Exercise 1
Sit up straight. Tilt your head first to the right and at the same time extend your right arm to the side. Stretch the top of your head towards your fingertips. Act without fanaticism, very carefully. Do the exercise 5 times. Rest for 30 seconds and repeat the same, tilting your head to the left.
Exercise 2
Put your hand under the back of your head and turn your head to the side, look up, as if looking at the stars in the sky. Stretch the lateral muscles of the neck for about 10-15 seconds. Do the same for the other side. The number of repetitions is 5-7.
Exercise 3
Grab your left shoulder with your right hand and press your chin on it. Try to feel how the muscles on the front of the neck tense up. Do the exercise in different directions 5-7 times.
Traditional recipes
To rejuvenate the skin of the neck, you can use homemade masks, compresses, tonics. We have already written about this in detail. If you love folk recipes and think that products from the refrigerator can effectively help, read our collection of articles with recipes and videos.
What methods of neck rejuvenation can cosmetology offer?
Of all the anti-aging procedures, the skin of the neck and décolleté most often gets the remains of a night cream. And even then not always. If you need a more drastic approach than home methods to keep your neck from looking wrinkled and dry, you can turn to a beautician. Let’s talk about a few suitable procedures.
Plasmolifting – your own blood is taken from a vein and driven in a special centrifuge, and then injected subcutaneously into the face, neck and décolleté. It has already been proven that plasma stimulates collagen synthesis, promotes skin hydration, its density and elasticity. And all at the expense of the body’s own resources. Plasmolifting is carried out twice a year in courses of 3-5 procedures.
biorevitalization – injection procedure. Injections with hyaluronic acid and a complex of vitamins, microelements, amino acids and growth factors are injected under the skin. If you carry out the procedure in a course of 3-5 procedures every six months, you can maintain the skin in excellent condition for a very long time.
bioreinforcement – With the help of injections of fillers based on hyaluronic acid, wrinkles are filled from the inside. The procedure starts the process of collagenogenesis, and the result lasts long enough.
Laser resurfacing – a rather painful procedure that requires rehabilitation within 7-9 days. But the result is beyond praise. In fact, this is a set of controlled laser burns, thanks to which the skin is commanded to overhaul.
Mesonites – one of the modern methods of rejuvenation, which gives a fairly stable and long-term result. Special medical threads are inserted under the skin, which strengthen the frame of the face and make its oval more distinct.
Proper care of the skin of the neck and décolleté
Neck rejuvenation at home gives quick results. True, with one caveat – if you act regularly and choose highly effective means. And also follow a special ritual of care.
While showering, massage your neck and décolleté with cool water.
When applying face cream, be sure to capture the neck and décolleté.
Once a week, use a gentle exfoliation or scrub to gently exfoliate your neck.
When removing makeup from the face, do not forget to cleanse the skin of the neck.
Do special exercises for the neck.
Pamper your neck with a mask once a week. Any will do – alginate, cream.
Protect your skin from UV rays with SPF.