Vertical neck bands consultations
10–20 min typical treatment time
Doctor-led, surgery-free
Completely personalised results
All-inclusive pricing & ongoing support
Reduce the appearance of platysma neck bands with a non-surgical approach designed for balanced, natural-looking results.
With age, a loss of collagen and volume along with muscle tension results in sagging neck skin and the development of vertical bands.
We use precise adjustments to support and relax the neck, giving a refined neck silhouette.
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When your skin starts to sag
Lift and refine your neck silhouette the medical way.
The silent ritual of the "pull-back"
Beyond sagging is the habit of lifting your skin to see the contours you once had. Skin drops, and lower facial contours blur.
Skincare can’t adjust dynamics
Topicals improve skin quality but cannot correct muscle activity and collagen loss. True refinement targets the cause.
This isn’t about change, it’s about preservation
It’s about looking refreshed, rested, and like yourself, all while preserving natural expression and identity.
Refined, not different
Our clinicians design your plan using the CXN Method™ and treat to the Undetectable Standard™.
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Why Cosmetic Connection?
Our focus is on thoughtful, measured assessments and personalised clinical plans, ensuring your treatment is guided by medical expertise.
Our process ensures you’re a good fit for treatment before you commit.
Every recommendation is completely tailored to your anatomical baseline and desired result.
Refine your looks without the risk, cost, or extended downtime of surgery.
Our treatment options are based on strong clinical evidence, and a proven track record or efficacy and safety.
Our all-inclusive, flat-fee pricing structure ensures your clinician is focussed entirely on your result, not the amount of product used.
Still unsure? Read our essential guide before you book.
How to treat vertical platysmal neck bands
Vertical platysma neck bands often appearing as two or more vertical cords that run down the front of the neck. These bands become more pronounced over time as the underlying platysma muscle becomes overactive and the skin loses its elasticity and support. Treating these bands involves a strategic approach that may target overactive muscle activity and firming the skin of the neck for a smoother profile.
An typical treatment approach starts with carefully assessing the degree of muscular tension and the quality of the overlying skin. The goal is to soften the pronounced bands by reducing the tension in the underlying muscle. This aims to help the neck appear more relaxed, with less visible contraction bands when speaking, eating, or expressing emotion. In addition to addressing muscles, treatment may also consider the skin’s laxity and collagen content. Supporting the skin helps increase its resilience, texture, and ability to hold shape, which can further minimise the appearance of these bands.
What is a Nefertiti neck lift?
The Nefertiti neck lift is a cosmetic treatment designed to reduce the appearance of the lower face and neck ageing by targeting sagging or loose skin along the jawline. Named after the Egyptian queen, this treatment aims to lift and redefine the neck and jaw area, creating a smoother, more defined contour.
This approach focuses on the natural tension lines and bands of the neck muscles, aiming to reduce visible bands and sagging skin. It overlaps significantly with treatment for platysma neck bands, because the platysma muscle is usually treated as part of the Nefertiti neck lift.
How does a Nefertiti neck lift work?
The procedure works by targeting specific neck and lower face structures, which allows the skin to lift naturally. By addressing the underlying structure rather than just the surface skin, the Nefertiti neck lift can provide a more defined jawline and smoother neck contour.
The treatment is minimally invasive and typically performed in a clinical setting by a trained cosmetic professional. Results develop gradually, and are typically visible as a subtle lift and increase in jawline definition.
Potential benefits of a Nefertiti neck lift
- Increase jawline and neck definition
- Reduced neck bands
Who is a good candidate?
Suitability for a Nefertiti neck lift can only be assessed during a consultation. If you’re concerned about the following, a consultation is the first step:
- Visible platysma bands or vertical neck bands
- Mild sagging along the jawline
- Loss of definition in the lower face and neck
- Desire for a non-surgical, natural-looking lift
What to expect during the treatment
During the procedure, a cosmetic clinician will carefully assess the neck anatomy and identify the areas that require treatment. Using precise techniques, the treatment is administered to achieve optimal tension and contouring along the jawline and neck.
Post-treatment care may include avoiding strenuous activity for a short period, and following any personalised aftercare instructions.
Results and longevity
Results of a Nefertiti neck lift typically become noticeable in days to weeks as the results settle. The effect often fades slowly over months, depending on factors such as treatment method, age, skin quality, and lifestyle. Maintenance treatments are required if you wish to sustain the results.
Have questions?
Read the FAQ for general information. For personalised advice, start here.
Vertical platysma neck bands are the rope-like cords that appear on the front of the neck. They are caused by the platysma muscle, a thin, superficial muscle that extends from the collarbone up to the jawline. As we age, this muscle can become more defined and contract in a way that creates these visible vertical bands. Decreasing skin elasticity may also contribute to their appearance.
The primary cause of vertical platysma neck bands is increase tension in the platysma muscle. Over time, loss of skin tone causes sagging, which can result in hyperactivity of the platysma muscle. Repeated neck movements and facial expressions can also contribute to their development and prominence over time.
There are various non-surgical methods to reduce platysma bands.
They work by either:
- Targeting the platysma muscle (by either relaxing it, or transecting it with a small suture).
- Strengthening the skin
There are different technique for each approach. To determine the best option for your platysma bands, a consultation is required.
If you want to know whether treatment for vertical platysma neck bands is right for you, a consultation is required.
To help make the process simple, we have developed an all-inclusive fixed price for our medical neck band and jaw lift treatment.
So that we can provide pricing information, you need to speak to our clinicians so they can determine if it’s right for you.
Vertical platysma neck bands can be treated by targeting the platysma muscle or the overlying skin.
Treatment time for platysma bands varies on the method and extent, but typically ranges from 10-20 minutes.
You can typically start to see the full effects of treatment for vertical platysma neck bands within days to weeks, depending on the methods used.
Depending on the treatment methods used, results from vertical neck band treatments typically last months to years.
Individual results vary depending on factors like your metabolism and lifestyle.
After receiving treatment for vertical platysma neck bands, you might notice redness and slight swelling which typically settle in 1-2 days.
The results will gradually emerge over the coming days to weeks, depending on treatment methods.
Treatments for vertical platysma neck bands are generally considered low-risk when performed by qualified and experienced medical professionals.
Side effects are typically mild and temporary, such as slight redness, swelling, or less commonly bruising at the treatment sites.
More serious complications like infections and temporary neck weakness are rare.
