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Oct 6, 2025

4 min

Why do necks get wider with age? Unpacking the causes

As many as 80% of adults notice significant skin changes by age 60, including in the neck and jawline area. This is a common and normal part of the aging process, but why do necks get wider with age? It's not just a single factor but a combination of natural, biological shifts.

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Oct 5, 2025

5 min

Does your neck get thinner as you age? The surprising truth about neck changes

By age 50, most people have already experienced a noticeable decline in muscle mass throughout their body, a condition called sarcopenia. This natural process directly influences the neck's appearance, and while your neck doesn't strictly get thinner as you age, the combination of weakened muscles, reduced collagen, and shifting fat can create this illusion.

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