Get a Smoother, Tighter Décolletage With These Top-Rated Neck Creams (2025)

The latest iteration of the brand’s bestselling formula is the holy grail of neck creams. When you slather it all over your neck and décolleté, expect minimized wrinkles, firmer texture, and an overall smoother finish. Thanks to a patented Alpha-3 Peptide, this cream works to improve elasticity and lift the skin. Additionally, it includes brightening clary sage extract and antioxidant-rich spilanthol to reduce inflammation. Read our full review of StriVectin neck cream here.

Key ingredients: Alpha-3 Peptide, clary sage extract, spilanthol

Best for: Normal, dry, combination, oily skin

Size: 0.25-3.4 oz.

StriVectin rating: 4.3/5 stars

An ELLE editor says: “Though I’m lucky not to have many visible wrinkles on my neck (yet), I think using a neck cream is a great preventative approach to take. This one from Strivectin is well-regarded as the holy grail of neck creams. When you put it on, it’s easy to see why—this cream has an immediate tightening effect, and it makes the skin on my neck impossibly soft.”—Katie Berohn, beauty editor

Yeouth’s neck cream is chock full of antioxidants, like green tea, which encourages cell healing, and vitamin C, a powerhouse ingredient that fights free radicals that cause aging. Squalene is also included for deep hydration.

Key ingredients: Squalane, vitamin C

Best for: All skin types

Size: 2 oz.

Amazon rating: 4/5 stars

An ELLE editor says: “This neck cream leaves skin extremely soft immediately after you apply it. It takes a minute to rub in, but once it’s on the skin, it sinks in and doesn’t leave any film. It’s very lightly scented, though my only qualm is that it seems to take on a bit of the plastic smell of its container. For the price, I think this is a really great option for a neck cream.”—Katie Berohn

NeoStrata knew exactly what it were doing when it created this moisturizing and strengthening neck cream! With its hero ingredients—NeoGlucosamine to improve discoloration and Neocitriate and amino acids to thicken the skin—it’s easy to see why it’s a holy grail item.

Key ingredients: NeoGlucosamine, Neocitriate, amino acids

Best for: Dry, normal, oily

Size: 2.8 oz.

Amazon rating: 4.1/5 stars

An ELLE contributor says: “When quarantine started and I found myself in a less-than-ideal WFH desk setup, I noticed the lines on my neck becoming more pronounced. I immediately ordered this cream, and I swear, within a week, I noticed a difference. It WORKS—like actually—and doesn’t cause any breakouts or irritation on my sensitive skin. Five stars!”—Jessica Roy, ELLE.com contributor

As we age, our skin loses elasticity and firmness, resulting in jowls and that dreaded “turkey neck” effect. This serum harnesses the power of exosomes derived from pineapple stems to influence cellular behavior at the molecular level. As a result, over the course of a couple of weeks, you’ll notice that your jawline looks more contoured, wrinkles appear smoother and firmer, and your double chin seems to be shrinking.

Key ingredients: NX35, glycerin, caffeine, niacinamide

Best for: Dry, normal, oily

Size: 1.01 oz.

SickScience rating: 4.6/5 stars

An ELLE editor says: “This serum sounds too good to be true, but the before and after images I saw on the website finally convinced me to try it. The gel-serum texture sinks into the skin and hydrates without leaving behind any greasy residue, and within a couple of weeks, I saw definition on my jawline that I swear wasn’t there before. I’ve also had wrinkles on my neck since childhood, so I’m hoping that the product will help stop them from getting any deeper. I’ve already stocked up on two or three backup bottles so that I always have them on hand.”—Carol Lee, ELLE.com associate beauty e-commerce writer

This science-backed cream produces incredible results and is beloved by dermatologists. Dr. Lolis says this is hands-down her favorite neck cream. The formula packs a blend of five peptides, vitamin C, and plant extracts for brightening and wrinkle-smoothing results. Even better, it comes in a tube, too, so you don’t have to reach into a jar.

Key ingredients: Peptides, vitamins C and E, plant extracts

Best for: Aging skin

Size: 1.7 oz.

Revision Skincare rating: 4.5/5 stars

Our expert says: “It is very hydrating and makes your skin feel so smooth. I also love the consistency.”—Dr. Lolis

This potent moisturizer is like an undo button for sun damage. It features retinol, vitamin C, green tea extract, and hyaluronic acid to address wrinkles and hyperpigmentation.

Key ingredients: Retinol, vitamin C, hyaluronic acid

Best for: All skin types

Size: 3.4 oz.

Amazon rating: 4.3/5 stars

An Amazon reviewer says: “This is one amazing product and it goes on super smooth and super easy. It leaves my skin feeling refreshed and smooth and I never look oily when I wake up in the morning. It firms my skin and feels great.”

Hundreds of customers mention this neck cream provides fast results in up to a week. It’s powered by elastin and collagen to quickly firm skin, as well as barrier-boosting ceramides, hyaluronic acid, and shea butter to keep moisture locked in.

Key ingredients: Elastin, collagen, ceramides, hyaluronic acid, shea butter

Best for: All skin types

Size: 0.5-4 fl. oz

Ulta rating: 4.5/5 stars

An ELLE editor says: “This is the first neck cream I ever tried, and I was pleasantly surprised given the affordability for the results you get. The cream is thick and absorbs well into the skin. I applied it in an upward motion and noticed a difference in my superficial wrinkles over the course of a month. If you are starting out with neck creams or want to take preventative measures, this is a great option.”—Danielle James, beauty expert

This product is specifically formulated to target signs of aging on the neck. It is packed with peptides to boost collagen production and ultimately promote a more youthful appearance. At the same time, rosewater adds a soothing element since the skin on our necks is so delicate. Plus, niacinamide helps brighten and even out skin tone.

Key ingredients: Niacinamide, peptides

Best for: Aging, dry skin

Size: 1.7 oz

Amazon rating: 4.2/5 stars

A Sephora reviewer says: “Now in my mid-40s, I definitely needed some tightening and smoothing of the skin. This neck serum by Nécessaire is lightweight, goes on smooth, and absorbs immediately without any sticky residue. I used this as a part of my morning skin routine and felt well-moisturized from the start and definitely can see improvement in my neck skin texture and firmness with consistent use.”

You might be familiar with Neutrogena’s other cult-favorite skincare products, but have you tried their retinol face and neck cream? With over 8,000 reviews raving about how immediate results were, this affordable option will be quite the bang for your buck.

Key ingredients: Retinol

Best for: Dry, aging

Size: 1 oz.

Amazon rating: 4.4/5 stars

An Amazon reviewer says: “Knowing my skin is sensitive, I lightly applied at night for a few months and saw the difference! The oil absorbs very well and left my face very soft and the wrinkles have definitely softened. I just started using the oil evening and morning, and I have received compliments on my skin! Very satisfied.”

Crepe Erase has made a name for itself when it comes to tightening the skin and reducing the appearance of aging. The brand claims its products will leave skin looking smoother, tighter, and youthful, with help from a blend of retinol, peptides, and a proprietary TruFirm peptide Complex to boost collagen and elastin production.

Key ingredients: Encapsulated retinol, peptides, hyaluronic acid

Best for: Aging skin

Size: 1.7 oz.

Amazon rating: 4/5 stars

An Amazon reviewer says: “I have been using Crêpe Erase for the last three months. After a month, I saw such a difference in my neck—more smooth and less noticeable [crepiness]. Good value!”

The skin on the neck is very delicate, so sometimes, using any ordinary cream can be counterproductive to the nourishing and anti-aging effects desired. Mario Badescu’s cream is very rich in texture and utilizes antioxidant vitamins A, D, and E, plus nourishing hyaluronic acid and cocoa butter. Still, it absorbs quickly and works on even the most sensitive skin.

Key ingredients: Hyaluronic acid, vitamins A, D, and E, cocoa butter

Best for: All skin types

Size: 1 oz.

Amazon rating: 4.3/5 stars

An Amazon reviewer says: “This is awesome! I had a rash on my neck for months because I couldn’t find a moisturizing product that didn’t irritate my super sensitive skin, but this cleared it up in two weeks! I love it.”

Although you could very well extend your facial serums and moisturizers down to your neck and decolletage, they’re not necessarily the best for that specific area, especially because the skin is thinner and may be more reactive. This neck cream actually works to treat the skin on your neck, thanks to ingredients that improve skin elasticity.

Key ingredients: Green microalgae, lemon balm and shitake mushroom extract

Best for: All skin types

Size: 2 oz.

Dermstore rating: 4.3/5 stars

Our expert says: “Many neck and décolleté creams are products with retinol and are re-labeled to include ‘neck’ in the packaging. But, the SkinMedica Neck Correct Cream is formulated specially to address neck concerns, including dermal thickness, elasticity, platysma muscle, and platysmal bands, as well as free-radical damage.”—Dr. Mona Gohara

Shisheido’s concentrated neck cream just works. The cream not only nourishes and moisturizes via glycerin to eliminate those dreaded lines, but also utilizes chlorella extract and ginseng extract to help prevent wrinkles.

Key ingredients: Glycerin, chlorella extract, ginseng extract

Best for: All skin types

Size: 1.8 oz.

Nordstrom rating: 4.5/5 stars

A Nordstrom reviewer says: “I have been using this product for several years, and I love it. The change in the skin on my neck had become the bane of my existence as I aged. I have tried several brands of neck creams, but this is the most effective. I highly recommend it.”

Alastin is known for its effective formulations that are often sold at dermatologists’ offices to accompany in-office treatments. The Neck Complex, in particular, is a favorite of Dr. Lolis, Dr. Liu, and Dr. Elizabeth Bahar Houshmand. In addition to addressing crepey skin and wrinkles “with peptides that support collagen and elastin,” says Dr. Liu, it also helps nix redness and discoloration while boosting hydration. It’s recommended to be used morning and night and applied in upward strokes on the neck.

Key ingredients: Peptides, antioxidants, flax seed extract

Best for: Aging skin

Size: 1.7 oz.

Alastin rating: 4.5/5 stars

Our expert says: “Its patented technology not only works on building collagen, but also builds elastin.”—Dr. Lolis

Peptides are all the rage these days for their collagen-supporting properties, and this peptide-infused neck cream has been shown to increase collagen by a whopping 124 percent in just a few days. If you’re not already applying SPF to your neck, the moisturizer takes care of that too, helping prevent the dark spots and wrinkles that come with excess sun exposure.

Key ingredients: Peptides, antioxidants, sodium hyaluronate

Best for: All skin types

Size: 1.7 oz.

Nordstrom rating: 4.5/5 stars

A Nordstrom reviewer says: “I am on a lot of online meetings nowadays (like the rest of us), and I noticed more creases in my neck and face as I stare at myself all day long online. This product has already started making a difference—I can see fewer creases, and my skin looks less dehydrated.”

iS Clinical’s formulas are notable for their pharmaceutical-grade ingredients, and this product is no different. AHAs gently exfoliate and even out the skin, hyaluronic acid deeply hydrates, and antioxidants work to neutralize aging free radicals.

Key ingredients: AHAs, antioxidants, hyaluronic acid, salicylic acid

Best for: All skin types

Size: 1.7 oz.

Dermstore rating: 4.4/5 stars

A Dermstore reviewer says: “I received a 5 ml sample, and from the first time I used this, I noticed a slight tightening on my neck. I have used this every day and continue to see results.. This product works, and I will be purchasing the full size.”

You only need four weeks to see results from this drugstore favorite, which features vitamin E as an anti-aging ingredient. Immediately, it drops a moisture bomb on tired skin with glycerin and shea butter. Over time, it targets aging signs, like wrinkles and sun damage, and also includes SPF 30 to prevent discoloration and damage in the first place.

Key ingredients: Vitamin E, shea butter, glycerin

Best for: Dry, aging skin

Size: 1.7 oz.

Amazon rating: 4.5/5 stars

An Amazon reviewer says: “As I’ve aged, I’ve noticed that my chest was looking dryer and more wrinkled due to sun damage over the years. I tried expensive products but saw that this was much less expensive so gave it a try. I feel it works just as well as the expensive products without the large price tag. I apply it to my chest and neck twice a day, and it has really helped the appearance of both. Do I look like a 20 year old? No, but it’s definitely made a difference.”

This lotion, which you can apply on your body and your face, will transform your neck on a budget with a potent blend of free radical-combatting antioxidants, nourishing vitamins, and deeply hydrating omega fatty acids. “I had a coworker ask what I was using [on my neck]—that means it’s making a difference,” reports one Reddit user, and many customers begin seeing results in just a few days.

Key ingredients: Antioxidants, omega fatty acids, vitamins

Best for: All skin types

Size: 8 oz.

Amazon rating: 4.4/5 stars

An Amazon reviewer says: “At 52, I have begun to see some crepey skin on the fronts of my thighs and backs of my hands. For reference, I have pale white skin—the worst kind for aging (lucky me!). I saw improvements after just two or three days when used morning and night. The skin on my thighs “shakes less” when walking—you ladies know what I’m talking about. Now, of course you will have to keep using it to reap its rewards, but it’s quite affordable and lasts a long time. It’s not too thick or too thin, and moisturizes beautifully, with no skin sensitivities for my skin that usually freaks out with any moisturizing product. The scent is almost unnoticeable, and the product is effective.”

Dr. Jenny Liu is a board-certified dermatologist and an assistant professor of dermatology at the University of Minnesota Medical School.

Dr. Kevin Sadati is a plastic surgeon based in Newport Beach, California.

Dr. Karan Lal is a board-certified and celebrity dermatologist. He is currently the Director of Pediatric Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery at Affiliated Dermatology in Scottsdale, Arizona.

Dr. Margarita Lolis is a board-certified dermatologist and Mohs surgeon at Skin Laser & Surgery Specialists in New York City.

Dr. Elizabeth Bahar Houshmand is a board-certified dermatologist and founder of Houshmand MD in Dallas, Texas.

Dr. Mona Gohara is a board-certified dermatologist and associate clinical professor of dermatology at Yale School of Medicine.