Revive

Never thought I would need to worry about neck lines - at least for another decade, but in the last few months I've been noticing a horizontal line that starts a few inches below my ear lobe and runs right the way around to the other side. To make it worse, on one side there is another line branching off diagonally from that one. The cause of the secondary line is from a repeated movement, in this case turning my head to that side in particular (which is why I don't have the same problem on the other side). The main line however is just a result of age, or as I'd prefer to describe it: a breakdown in collagen. At $165 USD for 2.5oz this is one of the more upmarket neck creams available. It's an SPF15 formulation which is a bonus as I don't have to use a sunblock on top of this one. It's a rose-fragranced scent which is nice but not strong enough to clash with my perfume. Been using diligently every AM and PM as instructed. Ok personally I feel that the SPF in a formula used on a night time application is unnecessary. Add to that a lack of Retinol or Vitamin C to help rebuild some of that collagen production that is needed to lessen neck lines, plus an absence of any other 'rebuilding' ingredients as far as I can see from the list and I do have to stop and wonder what it is doing for me. However I'm adamant this should have been in 2 formulas - one just as it is, with SPF for the day and one night time version with Retinol/Vit C added and no SPF. I think this combination would have worked far better and given more noticeable results (Hello Revive employees if you happen to be reading!). Definitely seems like a missed opportunity. Did I see results? Well I used for a total of 2 months, in which time the only difference I did notice was to the appearance of some fine lines on my neck, nothing on the horizontal one. At least not that I can discern. Might be worth me trying for longer and I may re-purchase for that reason, but the line of neck/decollete creams on my dressing table itching to be tried tells me that won't be anytime soon! Selena x ~ My HG list ~ (I've sampled many 100s of skin, hair and m/u products over the last decade and a half, as I love constantly trying out new stuff - usually sample sizes via e-bay, also plenty courtesy of a friend who works at Sephora. Thought it might be useful to share my top 10 must-have products, subject to change if and when I come across something more effective) 1. Hair Loss Treatment: ‘Divine Herbal’ - Hair Oil 2. Lip Balm: Jack Black - Intense Therapy 3. Pigmentation + Anti-Ageing Treatment: ‘Divine Herbal’ - Facial Treatment Serum 4. Cleanser: 'Paula's Choice' - Skin Balancing Cleanser 5. Concealer: ‘Mac’ - Studio Finish Concealer 6. Lash Growth Serum: ‘Divine Herbal’ - Divinelash 7. Foundation/SPF: ‘Juice Beauty’ - Stem Cellular Repair (warm glow) 8. Face Scrub: ‘Sisley' - Botanical Gentle Buffing Cream 9. Moisturizer: ‘Antipodes' - Rejoice Light Day Cream 10. Hand Cream: 'Origins' - Make A Difference Rejuvenating Hand Treatment

I have been using Revive Fermitif' Neck Renewal Cream for over a week now, and although it is too early to see the full results, I have noticed improvement in the texture of my skin. I am giving it 4 stars at this point because it is too early to say how good it is.

It will not get rid of deep wrinkles or a pronounced turkey neck. It will however firm the skin of your neck and smooth out vertical lines on your chest (the ones we all love love to see in the morning right after getting out of bed), at least temporarily. It is also a good moisturizer for the face. I have also used it around my eyes without irritation. It is a nice pick me upper right before going out at night. It will add a nice glow to your face and neck area without diluting your makeup. A bit pricey but given that this cream is a multitasking product and in comparison with other moisturizers on the market, it's actually not that bad. Having said that, I would still recommend retinoids at night and a good sunscreen during the day in addition to this neck cream. Those remain the gold standards of skincare.