When you think about skincare, it’s natural for your mind to go straight to your face. From cleansers to serums and moisturisers, every product in your thoughtfully curated routine is designed to keep your skin radiant and healthy, no matter your age. For most people—and countless cosmetic brands—the face takes centre stage in skincare. As a result, much of skincare research focuses on facial products. While we fully embrace the incredible advancements this has produced, particularly in anti-ageing, we have noticed a trend.
An Often-Overlooked Area
Over time, many clients have shared concerns about significant changes in their neck and décolletage as they age. Often, these areas are overlooked in skincare routines, leading to disproportionate signs of ageing between it and the face. The neck and décolleté have a unique set of challenges, due to the skin in these areas being thinner, while containing less oil glands compared to the face. This makes them more prone to dryness, loss of elasticity, and early signs of ageing, such as wrinkles and fine lines.
Another factor is high mobility from constant movements, such as turning, stretching, and looking down (especially with frequent phone use). These movements put additional stress on the skin, leading to dynamic wrinkles and creases that can deepen over time. Just like the face, the neck and décolletage are also highly exposed to environmental stressors, including UV rays, pollution, and temperature changes. We all know environmental exposure can lead to sun damage, uneven tone, and accelerated ageing. Making these areas particularly vulnerable to these unwanted effects.
Introducing the Auteur Definitive Neck and Decollete Cream
Auteur, leaders in innovative anti-ageing have launched their new Definitive Neck and Decollete Cream. This targeted solution has been expertly formulated to address the concerns of a well-deserved area. Like all their products, the Definitive Neck and Decollete Cream is encased within a recyclable glass bottle. The beautifully sculpted packaging is topped with a gemstone cap, highlighting Auteur’s commitment to a uniquely premium experience.
However, the true beauty of the Definitive Neck and Decollete Cream lies within the bottle itself. Engineered in collaboration with the finest laboratories and scientists in Germany, the targeted formula contains a plethora of active and patented ingredients. One of which, is their proprietary Liquid Oxygen Complex. A broth of oxygen-rich ingredients, it helps accelerate cellular metabolism and repair by delivering oxygen directly to the skin cells. This increased oxygen boosts energy production within skin cells, enhancing their ability to repair damage and regenerate faster. It also supports collagen production, improves circulation, and promotes a healthier, more radiant complexion.
And because oxygen is such a lightweight element, its inclusion within the Definitive Neck and Decollete Cream makes for a rich, velvety texture that absorbs seamlessly into the skin, leaving it feeling nourished and rejuvenated.
The Role of Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate
We also love the addition of Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate (HPR), a next generation retinoid (check out our guide to retinol here). HPR is known for its ability to improve skin density and refine texture with minimal irritation.
Unlike traditional retinoids, HPR is an active ester of retinoic acid, meaning it doesn’t require conversion to become effective. This direct action allows it to enhance cell turnover and reduce the appearance of fine lines, all while being gentler on the skin. This allows it to be safe for twice daily use, compared to other retinoids. Its innate ability to strengthen the skin’s structure makes it ideal for improving density and firmness over time, a wonderful feature for the neck and décolletage which are prone to skin slackening.
Hydration and Firmness Boosters
Tackling dry skin is also an aspect of the ageing process. Ageing often leads to drier skin as it produces less oil and loses the ability to retain moisture over time. For areas such as the neck and décolletage that already contain fewer oil glands, this can make it harder for the skin there to lock in hydration. Additionally, the skin’s production of hyaluronic acid and collagen decreases, reducing its elasticity and plumpness.
A Ceramide Complex works in tandem with Kigelia Fruit Extract to alleviate these conditions. Ceramides help restore the skin’s natural lipids, which strengthen the moisture barrier and prevent water loss. While Kigelia Fruit, rich in antioxidants and bioactive compounds, promotes firmness and elasticity by stimulating collagen production and reducing sagging. Especially imperative for the bust area as we age.
Long-Term Hydration with Kalpariane®
With a Hyaluronic Complex, the Auteur Definitive Neck and Decollete Cream offers multi-layer hydration. It takes it up a notch by utilising a patented ingredient called, Kalpariane®. This intelligent extract stimulates skins natural Hyaluronic Acid production. Paired with the complex, not only do you see results immediately, but your skin will continue to benefit over time.
Speaking of time, we’re all aware of the effects of it, especially from free radicals and other environmental aggressors. Resveratrol provides powerful antioxidant protection, helping to neutralise free radicals that cause premature ageing. It boosts collagen production, thereby improving skin elasticity and firmness to delicate areas, such as the neck and decollete, that are prone to sagging. Lesser known, but highly effective, Ectoin also reduces inflammation and enhances hydration, leaving the skin smoother, more even toned, while keeping it better protected from environmental damage.
How to Use the Auteur Definitive Neck and Decollete Cream
Before applying the Auteur Definitive Neck and Decollete Cream, we highly suggest cleansing the skin thoroughly. A wonderful option is another offering from Auteur, the Definitive Enzyme Cleanser. A true Embassy favourite, the highly active powdered wash deeply, yet gently cleanses skin. Featuring a Keratinolytic Enzyme Complex, it flushes away dead, devitalised skin, making room for the Definitive Neck and Decollete Cream to work its best.
Once skin is dry, apply 2-3 pumps in an upward motion across the neck and decollete, morning and/or evening. The use of upward motions is imperative, as it helps to counteract the natural pull of gravity, which can contribute to sagging skin over time. This technique also promotes better absorption of products and stimulates circulation, encouraging a healthy, lifted appearance. By gently massaging upwards, you minimise tugging on the skin, which can help maintain its elasticity and prevent premature wrinkles.
We’re well aware that product selection can be overwhelming, but as always, here at Embassy of Beauty, we make it our mission to help you find the best product for your skins’ needs. The Auteur Definitive Neck and Decollete Cream is a fantastic staple to add into your routine, especially if those areas are a concern for you.
Stop by today to purchase yours and explore the full range of Auteur products. Thank you for reading, and we look forward to seeing you soon.
