836: Neglecting the Neck is a No-Go

The neck is the most neglected area of the body, despite being a critical extension of the face and a major telltale sign of aging. Dr. Kay argues that neglecting neck care leads to visible consequences like crepiness, platysmal bands, and 'turkey gobbler' appearance—issues exacerbated by years of sun exposure, poor posture, and an American diet. She debunks the myth that skincare ends at the jawline, emphasizing that neck skin is thinner, oilier, and more vulnerable than facial skin. From Botox for platysmal bands to the Nefertiti neck lift, Kybella for submental fat, and even surgical neck lifts, she outlines a full spectrum of non-surgical and surgical options. But her biggest revelation? Retin-A is a mistake for the neck—it causes dryness, thinning, and more creping. Instead, she champions hyper-diluted fillers, collagen biostimulators like Sculptra and calcium hydroxyapatite, microneedling, and her own neck cream with upstrokes and dry brushing to boost lymphatic drainage and skin quality. The real takeaway? Your neck isn’t just an afterthought—it’s the elegant bridge between face and body, and ignoring it is a beauty no-go.