A neckline that shows your age first,
naturally restored with Humanity's neck lift.
The neck shows signs of aging sooner than the face. As sagging skin, a loosening platysma muscle, and neck wrinkles appear together, the border between the jaw and neck can become blurred.
At Humanity, our neck lift
addresses loose neck skin, the platysma muscle, and its connection to the jawline together, to create natural neck movement and a well-defined neckline.
What Is the Platysma?
Platysma
The platysma is a thin, broad muscle that runs from under the jaw down to the collarbone, and it plays a major role in the shape of the neck and its wrinkles.
With aging, the platysma loses elasticity and loosens, and its center can separate. As a result, vertical neck bands become more prominent, neck wrinkles deepen, and a once-defined jawline can gradually blur.
What Type of Neck Sagging Do You Have?
How aging progresses, from the skin to the muscle and fat, differs from person to person.
It is important to accurately identify the type and cause of your neck sagging.
Deep Neck Wrinkles and Sagging Skin
In this type, the skin loses elasticity, so neck wrinkles deepen and loose, sagging skin appears at the same time.
Neck Sagging Like a Pelican's Pouch
As the skin and soft tissue lose elasticity, the skin under the jaw and on the neck hangs downward.
Neck Sagging That Looks Like a Double Chin
Sagging under the chin develops when the muscle and skin lose elasticity at the same time and fat builds up.
Neck Lift Techniques
01. Facelift-Style Neck Lift (Behind-the-Ear Incision)
Through a minimal incision along the hairline behind the ear, we pull the loose platysma muscle in the right direction, reposition it, and secure it firmly. Rather than pulling only the skin, we correct the deeper layers for a more natural and stable neckline.
02. Double Chin Muscle Tightening (Platysmaplasty)
Through a small incision under the chin, we remove excess fat and tighten the loose platysma muscle. Beyond improving vertical neck bands, we draw the separated muscle under the chin together from both sides and stitch it into one, giving the jawline and the border of the neck a sharper definition.
Why Choose Humanity for a Neck Lift
Point 1
Technique Planned Around the Cause of Your Neck Sagging
We selectively apply the techniques you need based on how much your skin sags and how loose your platysma is, planning an approach that matches your pattern of aging.
Point 2
Face Contour Design Completed from the Jawline Down
Improving neck wrinkles alone cannot create a well-defined neckline. We consider the border where the jawline meets the neck, the double chin, and the volume under the chin together, aiming for a face contour that flows naturally and with dimension even in profile.
Point 3
Incision Design with Scarring in Mind
We plan an incision behind the ear or a small incision under the chin so the scar is relatively inconspicuous after healing, and we make only the incision needed after carefully considering how much your skin sags and how much excess skin there is.
Who Is a Good Candidate?
· People bothered by sagging neck skin and vertical neck lines
· People whose jawline has faded and whose jaw-neck border has blurred
· People who feel an aging neck makes them look older
· People who want to regain a smooth, well-defined neckline
Procedure Steps
Detailed Assessment of Your Neck Structure
We analyze not only your neck skin, platysma, and jawline but also your fat distribution and degree of sagging to create a personalized surgical plan.
Custom Design for a Harmonious Neckline
We consider neck sagging, fat volume, and jawline balance together to create a custom design that includes double chin (submental) liposuction when needed.
Neck Lift That Addresses the Structural Cause
We correct the deeper tissue, including the platysma, for a natural, well-defined neckline without excessive tightness.
Premium Recovery Care to Complete Your Result
From a pre-surgery safety evaluation to a structured recovery program that includes SmartLux LED therapy, hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT), and LDM, we support a stable recovery.
Procedure Details
 | Length of Procedure | About 3 hours |
|---|---|---|
 | Anesthesia | IV sedation |
 | Pain Level | Level 2 (varies by individual) |
 | Follow-Up Visits | About 4–5 visits |
 | Suture Removal | 10–14 days |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Can I have a neck lift on its own?
- If sagging in the neck or loose skin under the chin is your main concern, a neck lift alone can bring improvement. However, if you also have sagging along the jawline or in the face, combining it with a facelift may help achieve a more natural result.
Q. How long is the recovery?
- It varies by person, but sutures are generally removed after 10–14 days, and light daily activities can be resumed relatively quickly. Swelling and bruising gradually improve over time.
Q. Where will the scars be?
- The incisions are made mainly around the ears and along the hairline so the scars are hard to see. The degree of scarring varies with your skin condition and the extent of surgery.
Q. How long do the results last?
- Aging continues, but because the sagging tissue is corrected, the improved neckline can be maintained for a relatively long time. How long it lasts depends on your skin condition, rate of aging, and lifestyle.
A well-defined neckline
changes the impression of your whole face.
An accurate diagnosis determines whether you need a neck lift alone or whether it is better planned together with a facelift.
Through a thorough consultation with a Korean board-certified plastic surgeon, discover the natural neck rejuvenation that suits you.
