The most prominent neck problems and the treatment for each of them
Despite the abundance of aesthetic treatments, the neck remains one of the least targeted areas. Signs of aging and skin problems may begin to appear first in this area, and attention to it begins late, sometimes too late, but the time has come to change this equation.
Neck problems and treatment for each of them
1- Vertical lines in the neck
If you notice vertical sagging, known as Platysmal Bands, while moving, i.e. when speaking smiling, or frowning... this means that you must start treating it. When the neck muscles are weak, they tend to bend, resulting in lines, both up and down the neck. It can be caused by a number of factors, including genetics, exposure to sunlight or an inappropriate skin care routine over the years.
Treating vertical lines in the neck
Unfortunately, these lines are often hereditary, and they cannot be completely eliminated! Facelift surgery and Botox injections are among the most effective ways to treat or reduce these sagging. Botox injections allow the muscles to relax, which reduces their appearance and creates a better contour.
2- Horizontal lines in the neck
These lines appear due to the weakness of the skin in this area and the contraction of the muscles in it, which leads to these folds. The most common causes are genetics, exposure to sunlight, or excessive use of the phone.
Treating horizontal lines in the neck
To avoid the appearance of these lines, reduce the use of the phone if you do this for long hours, apply vitamin C, stop smoking, apply retinoids, use a moisturizing cream, adopt immediate treatments, such as FotoFacial... As for getting rid of them, inject hyaluronic acid (HA). Superficial, it can help reduce its deep appearance.
3- Sagging skin on the neck
When the neck skin becomes thin, wrinkled and flabby, the goal is to increase protein production, to increase its thickness. The most prominent causes of this problem are aging, exposure to sunlight, and dry skin in this area.
Treating sagging skin on the neck
To combat this problem, all you have to do is moisturize your neck, apply antioxidants and use sunscreen. Also, biostimulating injections, such as Sculptra and Radiesse, are able to stimulate the production of collagen and elastin, thus improving the skin's texture. On the other hand, Ultherapy focused ultrasound treatment stimulates collagen production deep within the skin, which helps tighten the skin, without surgery.
4- Double chin in the neck
Yes, there is an opportunity to get rid of the double chin, that is, the double chin that a large segment of women suffer from!
Treatment of double chin in the neck
Deoxycholic acid can dissolve a double chin, but it usually takes several sessions, and causes swelling that is difficult to hide after each session. Fat can also be suctioned under the chin, which contributes to quickly defining the area in one session. It should be noted that you must confirm with your doctor whether the fat is located directly under the skin in order to adopt these techniques. If this is not the case, it is hidden under the platysma muscle which can only be removed surgically. On the other hand, flabby muscles and large glands can also make the neck appear wide or thick. In this case, it is removed surgically.
5- Dark spots on the neck
You may be keen to apply sunscreen to your face, or at least choose a moisturizing cream or foundation that contains an SPF, but most women forget to protect their necks. Ultraviolet rays damage structural collagen, causing wrinkles, thinning of the skin and the appearance of pigmentation.
Treating dark spots on the neck
To slow down these signs, apply sunscreen every day, and reapply if you will be spending time in the sun. Don't forget the sides of your neck that are exposed to the sun's rays while driving! Also, eat fatty acids, Omega 3 and 6, which are an essential supplement for natural collagen production. IPL light technology is essential for treating spots, by targeting pigmentation and allowing it to fade within two sessions.
6- Skin peeling in the neck
If you suffer from redness of the capillaries or small blood vessels, you may suffer from the problem of skin darkening, i.e. Poikiloderma, which is a condition that develops as a result of chronic exposure to sunlight.
Treatment of skin peeling in the neck
Although there is no specific treatment for this condition, there are many treatments that may help alleviate it. Apply antioxidants, then sunscreen. During the evening hours, apply a product that contains collagen-stimulating ingredients, such as retinol or peptides. For medical procedures, Fraxel laser treatments can be an effective option. The laser divides its energy into small bands, creating tiny channels. This prompts the body to repair these affected areas, thus filling them with new collagen.
7- Sagging chin in the neck
Sagging skin, i.e. Turkey Neck, creates a turkey neck-like appearance. Some people are born with more fat under the chin and around the neck than others. Weight gain can also cause this problem.
Treatment of sagging chin in the neck
Treatments for this problem depend on tightening sagging skin through Ultherapy for people who suffer from mild sagging, which is a treatment using ultrasound waves that affect the tissues surrounding the muscles, leading to increased collagen production. It is preferable to get rid of excessively loose skin through surgery.
