Look for hydrating ingredients. The delicate skin on your neck loses moisture more quickly than the rest of your skin, which can contribute to signs of aging like horizontal wrinkles, frizzy textures, and sagging. Garshick says to keep an eye out for “hyaluronic acid or glycerin, which are humectants that attract moisture and can help leave skin plumper and more hydrated.”

Peptides are essential. “Peptides are chains of amino acids and are considered the building blocks of proteins. When peptides are applied to the skin, they send a signal to the body to stimulate collagen production,” Garshick tells us. “This in turn helps combat sagging skin, improves the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and can improve the texture, elasticity and firming of the skin, restoring a youthful appearance to the skin.”

Consider others college boosters like retinol. “Retinol, a derivative of vitamin A, helps stimulate collagen production, improving the tone and texture of the skin on the neck,” says Garshick.

Protect further damage with antioxidants. Garshick likes to look for formulas with antioxidants, like vitamin C, that can be applied to the neck and help protect against free radical damage. Graff also adds that niacinamide is an excellent antioxidant that not only protects, but can even out skin tone and support firm-looking skin.

Opt for a formula with SPF. Everyone knows that the first rule of skincare is to protect yourself with SPF, so why not extend it to your neck? For best results, both dermatologists advise using an SPF on the neck daily, whether or not it’s present in your neck cream.