Let’s be real: Between endless Zoom meetings, doomscrolling, and binge-watching your latest obsession, your neck has probably taken a beating this year. (And no, that turtleneck you’ve been living in doesn’t count as skincare.)
I’ll admit—I used to be that person who slathered serums on my face and completely ignored my neck. That is, until I started noticing those dreaded horizontal lines (thanks, iPhone posture) and realized: Your neck ages faster than your face. Cue the panic.
That’s why I was so excited when SkinCeuticals (aka the geniuses behind half my skincare cabinet) launched their Tripeptide-R Neck Repair—a retinol-powered cream specifically formulated for our most neglected area. And because I love you all, I’m breaking down exactly why this bottle deserves a spot in your routine.
Why Your Neck Needs Extra Love
✔ Thinner Skin: The skin on your neck has fewer oil glands, making it more prone to dryness and wrinkles.
✔ Constant Motion: Every time you nod, laugh, or check your notifications, you’re creasing the area (hello, “tech neck”).
✔ Sun Damage: If you’re diligent about SPF on your face but skip your neck? Girl. The sun doesn’t discriminate.
Bottom line: Once those lines appear, they’re much harder to reverse. Prevention > correction, always.
The Hero Product: Tripeptide-R Neck Repair
What It Does:
- Targets wrinkles with slow-release retinol (gentler than traditional formulas)
- Boosts firmness with tripeptide technology (a trio of amino acids that repair damage)
- Improves texture by smoothing uneven tone and crepey skin
Why It’s Different:
Most neck creams are just heavy moisturizers in fancy packaging. This one? Actually formulated for the neck’s delicate skin, with ingredients that work—no fluff.
How to Use It:
- Apply every other night (retinol newbies, start slow!)
- Massage upward in gentle strokes (no tugging!)
- Always follow with SPF in the AM (retinol + sun = bad news)
Pro Tip: If you’re pregnant or breastfeeding, check with your derm before using retinol.
My Honest Review
I’ve been using this for six weeks, and the difference is wild. My “tech neck” lines are softer, my skin feels firmer, and—bonus—the luxe cream texture makes it feel like a mini facial every night.
The Verdict: Worth every penny. Your future self will thank you.
Your Turn!
Do you use a neck cream? Have you tried this one? Spill your secrets (or skincare regrets) in the comments!
P.S. For more info on Tripeptide-R Neck Repair, click here. And huge thanks to SkinCeuticals for partnering on this post—my neck has never been happier.
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