Neck and Hands: Extending Your Anti-Aging Routine

We tend to focus on the face, yet the neck and the backs of the hands are among the first areas where dryness and fine lines become visible. The skin there is thinner and has fewer oil glands, so it benefits from the same regular care you give your face.

Why neck and hands deserve attention

• Thin skin. It loses moisture faster than the cheeks.
• Constant exposure. Hands are washed many times a day and meet sun, wind and cold.
• Different habits. Many of us stop our face routine at the jawline.

A simple approach

1. Be gentle when cleansing. Use lukewarm water and a mild cleanser, then pat dry.
2. Moisturise the whole area. Extend your face cream with upward strokes along the neck and gently over the backs of the hands.
3. Use sun protection. Apply SPF to neck, décolleté and hands in daytime – these are often forgotten.
4. Reapply to hands after washing. A small amount after hand-washing keeps them comfortable.

What about Elesse Cream?

Elesse Cream is presented as a face cream and is for external use. Many people simply carry their daily face-cream routine down the neck and onto the backs of the hands. Check the leaflet or pack of your product for the areas it is intended for, avoid the eyes and mucous membranes, and try a small area first if your skin is sensitive.

Habits that help, whatever cream you use

Habit	Why it helps
Gloves in cold weather	Protects thin skin from drying winds
Lukewarm, not hot, water	Hot water strips natural oils
SPF on hands and neck	Sun exposure is a major factor in the look of aging skin
Drinking water and a balanced diet	Supports overall skin comfort

Keep expectations realistic

Cosmetic care can make skin feel softer and look smoother. It cannot replace medical care, and results vary from person to person.