Does prolonged sun exposure worsen neck wrinkles?

Generally speaking, prolonged sun exposure can indeed worsen neck wrinkles.

Long-term exposure of the neck skin to ultraviolet (UV) rays in sunlight can damage the elastic fibers in the dermis, reducing their elasticity and causing the skin on the neck to sag, thereby deepening neck wrinkles. UV exposure generates large amounts of free radicals, which trigger skin inflammation and damage normal body tissues, affecting collagen synthesis and degradation, accelerating the aging process of the skin, and making neck wrinkles more noticeable. In addition, if the skin on the neck is exposed to the sun for extended periods, it may become rough and flaky due to dehydration, further exacerbating the formation and deepening of neck wrinkles.

Therefore, it is recommended that when going outdoors, sunscreen should be applied to the neck, or an umbrella or sun hat should be used to reduce direct UV exposure. Moisturizers or neck creams can also be used to keep the neck skin hydrated. If neck wrinkles are already severe, medical aesthetic treatments such as laser therapy or skin lifting procedures can be considered for improvement. The general reference price for laser treatment is 2000-5000 yuan per session, and visible improvement can usually be seen within 7-15 days. The general reference price for skin lifting procedures is 4000-50,000 yuan per session, and noticeable improvement can usually be observed within 20-60 days.

At the same time, maintaining proper sitting and standing postures in daily life is important to avoid placing excessive pressure on the skin of the neck.