The Ultimate Guide to Non-Surgical & Regenerative Neck Treatments in Manchester-Treatments for Turkey Neck, Tech Neck & Ageing Skin
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Skin, Wellness and Aesthetic Clinic Manchester, Cheshire, Stockport
Why the Neck Ages Faster Than the Face
The neck is one of the first areas to show visible ageing — often before the face. The skin here is thinner, produces less oil, and has fewer collagen fibres for structural support. Add in modern habits (hello, smartphones 👀), and the fact that how many of us simply use the ‘dregs’ of our products on our necks and focus mainly on our faces? It is then no surprise so many patients in Manchester are concerned about:
Loose or sagging skin aka Turkey Neck
Horizontal neck lines
Vertical banding or platysma bands
Crepey texture
Blurred jawline
“Tech neck” wrinkles
If you’ve noticed changes in your neck, you’re not alone — and the good news is there are highly effective, non-surgical solutions available.
What Is an Ageing Neck?
An ageing neck typically develops due to:
1. Collagen & Elastin Loss
From our mid-20s onwards, collagen production declines. The skin becomes thinner, looser, and less resilient.
2. Sun Damage
The neck is frequently exposed but often forgotten in SPF routines. UV damage accelerates skin laxity and pigmentation.
3. Muscle Changes
The platysma muscle (the thin sheet running down the neck) can begin to separate as well as become over active, as is the case for many muscles in the face, creating visible vertical bands.
4. Lifestyle & Posture
Constantly looking downwards to look at screens; phones, laptops etc all contributes to premature creasing — commonly known as “tech neck”.
What Is Turkey Neck?
“Turkey neck” refers to loose, hanging skin under the chin and along the neck. It can be caused by:
Significant collagen loss
Weakening structures in the jaw
Weight fluctuations
Genetics
Ageing platysma muscle
It often creates a soft, drooping appearance that blurs the jawline.
What Is Tech Neck?
Tech neck is increasingly common in patients in their 20s and 30s.
It presents as:
Deep horizontal lines
Early creasing
Premature skin laxity
Skin folding when at rest
Repeated bending of the neck while looking at screens accelerates wrinkle formation — and once lines are etched in, they don’t disappear on their own.
Non-Surgical Treatments for Neck Ageing
At our Manchester skin, wellness & aesthetics clinic, we focus on natural-looking, regenerative treatments that improve skin quality, tackle over a ctive muscles and improve firmness and structure without surgery.
1. Skin Boosters & Injectable Hydration
Treatments such as Profhilo and Redensity 1 are best for:
Crepey texture
Fine horizontal lines
Early tech neck
These treatments deliver hyaluronic acid directly into the skin to improve hydration, elasticity and glow and can be used to generally improve the neck or focus on lines directly.
Benefits:✔ Improved skin thickness✔ Smoother appearance✔ Healthier skin quality
2. Anti-Wrinkle Injections (Platysma Band Treatment)
This uses strategically placed toxin injections into the muscle in the neck and where it attaches to the jaw line. This is best for:
Vertical neck bands
Downward pull on the jawline
Early jowling
Strategic treatment of the platysma muscle can:
Soften visible banding
Improve jawline definition
Create a subtle lifting effect
3. Polynucleotides for Neck Rejuvenation
A regenerative injectable treatment that stimulates collagen and improves skin repair.
Ideal for:
Crepey neck skin
Early laxity
Thin, fragile skin
Patients love this treatment for its gradual, natural improvement over time and is wonderful to use in general or to target tret turkey neck or neck lines as well as pigmentation.
4. Biostimulators – Including Juläine of Sweden
Best for:
Moderate to marked skin laxity
Loss of firmness
Age-related thinning of the neck
Turkey neck
More marked beck lines
Biostimulators are advanced injectable treatments designed to stimulate your body’s own collagen production rather than simply adding volume. The amount of collagen and elastin produced is markedly more than that from skin boosters. Over time, they help strengthen the skin’s structure, improve elasticity, and restore a firmer, more resilient appearance.
In clinic I prefer to use Juläine of Sweden, a ground breaking biostimulatory treatment building on and improving results found from Sculptra, focused on regenerative skin improvement.
These treatments are particularly well suited to delicate areas such as the neck, where gradual collagen rebuilding can create natural, long-lasting tightening and improved skin quality.
Benefits include:✔ Progressive collagen stimulation✔ Improved firmness and density✔ Natural-looking rejuvenation✔ Long-term skin strengthening
Biostimulators are ideal for patients wanting structural improvement rather than temporary plumping.
5. SkinPen Microneedling
Best for:
Fine lines, textural changes and crepey texture
Early laxity
Sun-damaged neck skin
SkinPen is a medical-grade microneedling device that creates controlled micro-injuries in the skin to stimulate collagen and elastin production. This natural wound-healing response helps strengthen and thicken the delicate neck skin over time.
Benefits include:✔ Improved skin texture✔ Reduction in fine lines✔ Enhanced firmness✔ Minimal downtime
Microneedling is particularly effective when combined with regenerative treatments, helping to improve overall skin quality and resilience.
6. Radiofrequency-Microneedling (e.g Morpheus 8) & Skin Tightening Treatments
Targetted RF-microneedling, particualry when combined with HIFU is best for:
Mild to moderate laxity
Textural changes
Early turkey neck appearance
Jawline softening
Radiofrequency stimulates collagen production and tightens the skin progressively.
Expect:
Firmer skin over 8–12 weeks
Improved contour
Minimal downtime
7. HIFU (High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound)
Either combined with RF for textural changes and enhanced firming or as stand along to target heaviness and bulkiness under the chin and jawline this is best for:
Moderate skin laxity
Early to mid-stage turkey neck
Jawline and under-chin tightening
HIFU works by delivering focused ultrasound energy deep into the foundational layers of the skin — including the SMAS layer (the same layer targeted in surgical facelifts). This stimulates collagen remodelling and tissue tightening without damaging the surface of the skin.
Benefits include:✔ Progressive lifting over 8–12 weeks✔ Improved firmness and contour✔ No needles or surgery✔ Minimal downtime
HIFU is particularly popular for patients wanting noticeable tightening without injectables or surgical intervention.
The Importance of Prescription Skincare for the Neck
One of the most overlooked causes of premature neck ageing is inconsistent skincare. Many patients invest in high-quality products for the face but stop at the jawline.
The neck requires the same level of care.
Medical-grade, prescription-strength skincare — particularly formulations containing retinoids, antioxidants, and pigment-regulating ingredients — can significantly improve:
Skin thickness
Collagen stimulation
Fine lines
Uneven pigmentation
Overall firmness
When used correctly under professional guidance, prescription skincare helps maintain and enhance the results of in-clinic treatments.
Extending your skincare routine from the face down to the neck and décolletage is one of the simplest and most cost-effective anti-ageing strategies available.
When Should You Consider Treatment?
You may benefit from treatment if:
You feel your neck doesn’t match the youthfulness of your face
You notice deep horizontal lines
You see vertical banding
You avoid side-profile photos
You feel self-conscious wearing certain necklines
To prevent signs of aging
A professional consultation allows us to assess skin quality, muscle activity, and tissue laxity — so treatment can be tailored specifically to you.
Final Thoughts
The neck is often overlooked — but it plays a major role in overall facial harmony. Whether you’re noticing early tech neck lines or more advanced laxity, modern non-surgical treatments offer effective, natural solutions.
With the right combination of in-clinic treatments and prescription skincare, neck rejuvenation can be subtle, progressive, and beautifully natural.
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