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It is said that the neck is an important part of the body that affects the age of the face. How do you take care of it?

There are many people who put a lot of effort into skincare for their face, but don't take care of their neck as well as they should. But in fact, the neck is said to be more delicate than the face, so it is ideal to take good care of it on a daily basis.

In this article, I will introduce not only how to take care of your neck, but also some lifestyle tips that you should review, as well as some massages and stretches that are perfect for preventing neck wrinkles. I hope you will find them useful.

There are two types of wrinkles on the neck: horizontal wrinkles and vertical wrinkles.

When you hear the words "neck wrinkles," do you think that they appear as you age? But that's not always the case.

There are two types of neck wrinkles, horizontal and vertical, and they can be caused by lifestyle factors other than aging. Let's take a look at how they differ from each other.

• "Characteristics of "horizontal wrinkles

Even if you are young, there is a high possibility that you will develop horizontal wrinkles. It is said that horizontal wrinkles are carved by the actions we do in our daily lives without even thinking about it.

You probably move your neck up and down, left and right, but even nodding your head can cause wrinkles on your neck. Since the wrinkles are always in the same position, they become a habit as they are repeated every day.

In addition, if you have poor posture and stiff neck and shoulders, there is a high possibility of swelling in the neck, which can cause the wrinkles to become more pronounced.

• "Characteristics of Vertical Wrinkles

Some people may find it hard to imagine what vertical wrinkles on the neck look like, but they can appear from under the chin to the base of the neck.

These wrinkles are largely caused by aging and are said to be less noticeable when you are young.
However, if you don't take enough care of your neck, they may appear sooner. As with the face, it is important to take care of the neck on a regular basis.

What are the causes of wrinkles on the neck?

1. Wrong posture

When you spend a lot of time looking at your cell phone, you may find yourself looking downward or hunched over.
Even when you are not on your phone, this posture puts a strain on your neck and can lead to neck stiffness. It can also be said that the blood circulation gets worse and the skin condition gets worse, which makes it easier for wrinkles and sagging to form.

2. Bedding is not suitable

It is said that the ideal sleeping posture is one in which you are standing in the correct position and then lying down. This is the ideal sleeping posture.

If the pillow is too high, your chin will be pulled back and the possibility of wrinkles will increase. Also, if the mattress is old, your hips may sink too low and your head may be misaligned.
If you can sleep with the correct posture, you can not only prevent wrinkles on your neck, but also improve the quality of your sleep.

3. Dryness

The skin of the neck is thinner and more delicate than that of the face. It is also a part that sweats a lot, so when the sweat evaporates, moisture is lost and the skin becomes dry easily.
If the thin skin becomes dry, the skin will look shriveled and wrinkles will form.

The neck is also prone to dryness caused by UV damage. It also produces less sebum than the face, so if you don't take care of it, the elasticity and firmness of your skin will deteriorate and vertical wrinkles will appear.

If you don't take enough care of your skin, UV rays may accumulate and cause wrinkles to deepen, so you should be careful.

4. Decreased metabolism

As we get older, we tend to notice a decrease in the elasticity and firmness of our skin. The main reason for this is a decline in metabolism. When the metabolism is going well, collagen is produced one after another, but when it slows down, the collagen becomes less and less, and the skin is unable to retain moisture.

It is also said that the amount of female hormone secretion is related to skin elasticity, so during the unstable period before and after menstruation, collagen is low, which may lead to wrinkles.

Lifestyle habits to for avoiding wrinkles on the neck.

• Avoid using computers and smart phones.

Some people have to use a computer for a long time for work. If this is the case, you can reduce the burden by taking a short break in between.
Stretch your body as much as possible to relax and loosen up your muscles.

• Pay attention to the position of the screen.

Another point to keep in mind is the position of the screen when looking at a computer or smartphone. It is common to see people lowering their eyes to their hands to operate their phones, but the ideal position is at eye level.
If you find it hard to lift your hands, your posture may already be bad.

If you are using a computer, it may be difficult to change the position of the screen, but if the desk is obviously too low, it is recommended to put a book or something that can be used as a stand under the screen to raise it up.
It is said that if the screen is at eye level or slightly below, you can operate it without bending over.

• Review the height of your pillow.

Although it is said that a pillow that is too high is not good for you, it is difficult to judge whether the one you are using is good or not. So let's do a simple self-check.

• Let's do a self-check!

First, lie on your back with your head on a pillow as usual.
While lying on your back, look at your chin and neck in a hand mirror. If you have wrinkles on your neck as well as a double chin, there is a good chance that your pillow is too high and your chin is in a slouched position.

A good rule of thumb for choosing a pillow is to adjust the height so that it fills the gap in your neck between your head and shoulders when you are lying on your back.
It is said that if you use a pillow that suits you, your stiff shoulders will be relieved, which is a very nice effect.

• Take all possible measures against UV rays!

Even if you take good care of your face, it is easy to overlook your neck.
Instead of applying extra sunscreen on your face, use a generous amount for your neck. UV rays are strong not only on sunny days but also on cloudy days, so don't be careless.

It is also a good idea to carry sunscreen with you so that you can reapply it whenever you need to, as applying it in the morning may not be enough.
These days, there are many spray-type sunscreens that can be easily reapplied, so it is good to use them properly.

• Moisturize your neck while stretching it.

Sometimes, special care such as a pack may be effective. Also, when applying the cream, it is recommended to massage the wrinkles from top to bottom and bottom to top as if to stretch them out.skin