When it comes to skincare, many people tend to focus solely on the face, often overlooking the areas below the jawline, including our neck and décolletage. These regions are equally vulnerable to the impacts of ageing, and if ignored, can quickly manifest signs of premature ageing such as fine lines, wrinkles, sagging skin, and uneven skin tone. Addressing these areas is essential for a complete skincare regimen, as they can reveal our true age if neglected.
Incorporating skincare for the neck and chest doesn’t require a significant amount of extra effort. By focusing on the skin health of your neck and décolletage, you create an excellent opportunity to introduce comprehensive wellness rituals into your routine. This practice not only enhances your skin’s appearance but also contributes positively to your overall wellbeing and confidence.
Before we explore the various ingredients and products that promote skin health in these areas, it’s crucial to understand the specific reasons why the neck and décolletage require dedicated skincare support. Recognizing their unique characteristics will allow us to choose the best products for effective care.
Explore the Unique Skincare Needs of Your Neck and Décolletage
The skin on the neck and décolletage is notably thinner and more delicate compared to the skin on our face, necessitating tailored support when it comes to skincare. This area has a lower concentration of sebaceous glands, which makes it more susceptible to dryness and less capable of defending itself against daily environmental aggressors such as sun exposure and harsh winds. Collectively, these factors contribute to the rapid degradation of collagen and elastin, accelerating the ageing process and leading to visible signs of wear.
Powerful Ingredients for Optimal Neck and Décolletage Health
Promote Hydration with Hyaluronic Acid
If you’re familiar with skincare, you’ve undoubtedly heard of Hyaluronic Acid. Dubbed the hydration champion of skincare ingredients, this remarkable component can hold up to 1000 times its weight in water, forming a natural barrier that retains moisture in your skin.
Our bodies naturally produce Hyaluronic Acid, which is vital for maintaining moisture levels in our connective tissues, particularly in the skin. However, as we age, the synthesis of hyaluronic acid diminishes, much like the production of collagen and elastin. To combat this, it’s crucial to stay hydrated both internally and externally. Incorporating topical Hyaluronic Acid into your skincare routine can provide significant benefits to delicate areas like the neck and décolletage.
Enhance Skin Barrier with Omega 3 Fatty Acids
While a balanced diet rich in raw nuts, fish, and plant oils serves as the best source of Omega 3 fatty acids, applying fatty acids topically is also essential for maintaining optimal skin health. Omega 3 fatty acids are known for their remarkable ability to restore a compromised lipid barrier, effectively combating dryness and dehydration to yield smooth, plump, and dewy skin.
Antioxidants for Skin Protection
Given the thin nature of the skin on the neck and décolletage, along with its minimal natural oil production, protecting these areas from environmental stressors is crucial for maintaining healthy skin and providing age defense. Enter antioxidants! These compounds specialize in defending the skin. Alongside a diet rich in berries, leafy greens, and nuts, applying topical skincare infused with Vitamins A, C, and E can significantly bolster your skin’s resilience against daily aggressors.
Wakame for Skin Health Boost
Wakame, an edible seaweed recognized as a scientifically validated skincare ingredient, boasts impressive abilities in promoting skin health. It works by impeding collagen breakdown, reducing the appearance of wrinkles, and soothing and protecting the skin.
Vitamin A for Skin Renewal
We’re not referring to the potentially irritating retinol found in some products. Instead, Bakuchiol is the ideal ally for enhancing collagen production while rejuvenating and smoothing the skin. This plant-derived retinol alternative is suitable for all skin types, including sensitive and pregnant individuals, making it an excellent option for age defense in the neck and chest areas.
Daily SPF: Your Best Defense Against Sun Damage
Did you know that sun damage is the leading cause of premature ageing? Incorporating a high-quality SPF into your daily skincare routine is essential to combat sun damage, pigmentation, and visible signs of ageing.
Top Skincare Products for a Youthful Neck and Décolletage
Revitalize Your Skin with LAMAV Marula Oil Cleanser
Nourish and repair the lipid barrier on your neck area while cleansing away the day. If you apply makeup and SPF from your face down to your neck, it’s crucial to incorporate this area into your cleansing routine. Engaging in a double cleansing method for 60 seconds not only cleanses the skin effectively but also provides a light exfoliation that encourages collagen production. Our Oil Cleanser, enriched with Marula Oil packed with essential fatty acids and antioxidants, along with Vitamin A and E-rich Raspberry Seed Oil, deeply soothes and nourishes the skin.
Boost Collagen with LAMAV Collagen Support Booster
Formulated with 100% bio-actives to promote firmer skin and prevent visible signs of ageing, our Collagen Booster incorporates Australian Native Extracts such as Kakadu and Davidson Plum to supercharge collagen synthesis and guard against elastin degradation. Additionally, it features Finger Lime to protect and hydrate the delicate neck and décolletage areas, shielding them from environmental stressors. Simply apply a few drops to your face post-cleansing and blend down towards the neck and chest.
Maintain Hydration with LAMAV Hyaluronic Moisture Cream
This moisture-locking day cream delivers a vibrant and visibly plump glow that can be extended to the neck and décolletage for comprehensive hydration support. Formulated with Hyaluronic Acid, Bisabolol, and Emu Apple, this cream works to maintain hydration levels, while soothing ingredients like Aloe-Vera, Amla, and Sandalwood Seed Oil promote a healthy complexion. Apply one to two pumps after cleansing, smoothing over your face, neck, and blending down to the chest.
Transform Your Skin with LAMAV Vitamin A Repair Oil
This potent yet gentle Vitamin A oil is designed to transform your skin, enhancing collagen and elastin production for a smoother, more hydrated complexion. Featuring 2% Bakuchiol along with nourishing Raspberry, Baobab, and Sea Buckthorn Oils, this lightweight oil helps repair and strengthen your skin’s natural lipid barrier while delivering visible results. For best results, apply in the evening after cleansing, toning, and applying your chosen serums.
Achieve Plump Skin with LAMAV Commiphora Plumping Serum
True to its name, our Commiphora Serum will leave you with plump, smooth skin. Infused with Wakame, Paracress Extract, and Commiphora, this serum actively supports collagen production, improves skin tone, and smooths fine lines and wrinkles. For optimal results, apply one to two pumps after cleansing, and follow up with your favorite LAMAV oils and moisturizers.
Effective Body Care & Beauty Tools for a Lifted Neck and Chest Area
Considering the neck and décolletage are transitional areas between our face and body, adopting body care products and rituals into your daily routine can significantly benefit these often-neglected areas.
Nourish Your Skin with LAMAV Ayurvedic Body Oils
More than just a body moisturizer, our thoughtfully crafted body oils are the ideal way to promote self-care while enhancing the health of your neck and chest skin. Developed using traditional Ayurvedic methods that retain the full benefits of the whole herb, our body oils help to harmonize your mind and body while deeply nourishing the skin. They provide immediate hydration, and with regular use, they can improve skin tone and firmness while reducing the visibility of scarring and sun damage.
Enhance Relaxation with Abyhanga Massage
To maximize the benefits of our Ayurvedic Body Oils, we recommend incorporating regular Abhyanga Massage into your routine. This practice not only enriches and hydrates the skin but also promotes relaxation and balances the mind, body, and spirit. Discover how you can recreate this ancient Ayurvedic tradition at home here.
Elevate Your Routine with Gua Sha
Whether you choose our Rose Quartz Facial Gua Sha or LAMAV’s Aura Body Gua Sha, you will experience the benefits of reduced muscle tension and improved circulation, supporting collagen production for firmer, smoother skin. Pair the Rose Quartz Facial Gua Sha with your selected LAMAV Facial Oil, and use our Body Gua Sha in conjunction with our Body Oil to complete this ancient Eastern healing tradition of “scraping” on the neck and chest area, effectively toning, tightening, and sculpting the skin.
Preventative care is essential for maintaining a youthful neck and décolletage. By integrating the neck and décolletage areas into your existing skincare and body care routines, you can easily ward off premature ageing and maintain vibrant skin in these areas without the need for additional time or financial investment.