Taking care of the neck and chest is just as important as the face!

When it comes to keeping our face and body in check, we have the best skincare and make-up at our disposal. In fact, we are so focused on taking care of our face and bodies that we don’t think about caring for what’s below our chin. Both our necks and chests have been dismissed far too many times, and if we aren’t careful, we may regret this in the long run.

Many cleansers, moisturisers, serums and lotions have instructions that tell its users to spread some of the product on the décolleté, although that may not be enough to save our necks – quite literally. Why should we take care of these often-disregarded parts of our body, and how exactly do we go about this?

The importance of moisturising the neck

Next to the eyes and hands, the neck and chest are the first ones to show signs of ageing. Just imagine a very youthful-looking face that is well-taken care of. One might not be able to guess the person’s age based on their face alone, but the neck will surely give the game away. After all, a turkey neck—which is an informal term for wrinkled, sagging skin on the neck—is quite difficult to ignore.

Despite preconceived notions, the neck is actually as fragile and delicate as the skin on your face. Through prolonged neglect and the generally dry skin on the neck, the area can lose its suppleness and start to sag prematurely, so it is crucial that the same amount of care given to the face is extended to the neck and chest. Not only will they match, but this will also allow for the neck and chest to stay youthful.

Taking care of the neck and chest

It is strongly advised that people should start their neck skincare routine when they are in their 20s. 

  1. Cleanse your neck every morning and night.
    Just as how you would do for your face and body, remember to do the same for your neck. It only takes a couple of extra seconds or minutes. You can use your same gentle Face Cleanser all over! 
  2. Use your serums and moisturizers down to your neck and chest
    apply the product by gently patting it onto your neck. Finally, drain by applying a light pressure downwards from your neck to the top of your chest.
  3. Massage the neck and chest area often.
    This will boost circulation in these areas, as well as help products penetrate the skin better. In fact, any part of the skin and body will benefit from a massage from time to time.

Preventing signs of ageing on the neck

Apart from taking the time to care for your neck and chest with the right kind of products, there are other ways that you can help boost neck and chest youthfulness:

  1. Exfoliate the neck once a week.

    The neck can harbour a lot of bacteria and dead skin that needs to be washed away. Set aside some time in your skincare routine, once a week, to give your neck a little extra care and attention. Be sure to avoid products that have harsh particles, as the skin on the neck is fragile and can easily be damaged.

 

  1. Don’t forget to use sunscreen!

    Along with your face, the neck faces most of the brunt of sun exposure, so it should receive the same amount of protection as the face. Use your Mineral sun protection all over!

 

  1. Keep your entire body hydrated.

    Wrinkles and sagginess can be attributed to a loss of moisture, so it is advisable to keep the body well-hydrated. Stick to a healthy amount of 8 glasses a day.

 

  1. Eat a healthy diet.

    An antioxidant-rich diet can help boost youthfulness by way of expediting the production of collagen. Help your skin rejuvenate itself with a diet full of Omega-3 acids (which are derived from fish), or take supplements that offer the same benefits. Other foods that provide antioxidants include green tea, blueberries, pomegranates and acai berries.

 

  1. Invest in the right pillow.

    We all dream of plenty of fluffy pillows to lay on, but it can actually be harmful to our necks. High pillows force the neck to stretch for a long period of time, and this can cause wrinkles. Opt for a smaller and more comfortable pillow so your neck can relax while you doze.

 

  1. Do neck exercises whenever you can.

    We do use our necks a lot, so some forms of relaxing exercises can help with mobility as well as youthfulness. Here’s one simple exercise to do during your free time:

 

  • Stick your chin out and move your lower jaw forward 10 times.
  • Look up to the ceiling and hold this position for five seconds before resuming to a neutral position. Do this 20 times.
  • Pull down the sides of your mouth into an ‘O’ shape, until you feel your neck muscles working. Do this 3 times, quickly, in 20 sets.
  • Press the tip of your tongue against the roof of your mouth for a few seconds and release. Don’t only do this when you are being photographed, but also when you are going about your daily routine.
  • Place your lower lip over your top lip and hold this position for a few seconds. Do this 10 times.

 8. Book your “Jade Face Rejuvenation” Treatment

In this beautiful treatment i will be using Gua Sha and Jade Roller and perform a deep massage that will include the face, neck and chest, and will also teach you how to do it at home! (which i always include in all facials with the facial massage, but only in this treatment i am using these tool:) You can find all facials HERE