Non-Surgical Neck Lift in Singapore
The neck ages in four ways at once. A plan that names which ones apply to you is the difference between a result and a disappointment.
Ask Dr Sin Yong on WhatsApp →A non-surgical neck lift treats the four things that make a neck look older: loose skin (the "turkey neck"), submental fat (the double chin), platysma bands (the vertical cords) and crepey skin texture. At IN Eternity Clinic the lifting and lipo-modelling passes of Time Freeze Laser LCLR® treat the skin and the fat in one session; a muscle relaxant softens the bands; skin boosters address texture; HIFU is an alternative for deep laxity. Advanced laxity with heavy bands and a lot of excess skin is a surgical neck lift case, and Dr Sin Yong says so at assessment.
If the double chin is the main concern, start with double chin: fat or loose skin?
Horizontal neck lines are a separate problem: neck lines treatment.
Treatment page: neck tightening in Singapore.
- Neck ageing involves skin laxity, submental fat, platysma banding and skeletal support; treatment selection follows the dominant component (facial anatomy literature; Rohrich & Pessa 2007).
- Laser energy in subcutaneous fat disrupts adipocytes and tightens overlying skin (Badin 2002); micro-focused ultrasound lifts the neck and submental region (Fabi 2015).
The four neck problems
| Problem | What you see | First-line at IN Eternity |
|---|---|---|
| Loose skin | Vertical folds, a "turkey" fold under the chin | LCLR lifting pass (neck and submental); HIFU for deep laxity |
| Submental fat | Fullness under the chin that pinches thick | LCLR lipo-modelling pass; micro-liposuction for large volumes |
| Platysma bands | Vertical cords, worse on grimacing | Muscle relaxant injections to the bands |
| Crepey texture | Fine horizontal lines, thin shiny skin | Skin boosters; the thulium pass of LCLR |
How the neck is treated in one session
- Assess: pinch test for fat, skin recoil for laxity, grimace test for bands, texture under light.
- Map: fat zones under the chin and along the jaw are mapped so the lipo pass is pointed at fat only.
- Treat: lipo-modelling pass on the mapped fat; lifting pass across the submental area, the neck and the jawline so the lift is continuous with the face; thulium pass for texture where needed.
- Bands: muscle relaxant to the platysma bands at the same visit or shortly after.
- Review: at four to eight weeks as collagen builds; a spaced course.
Redness settles in one to two hours; the fat zones can feel tender for a day or two. Most people return to work the same day.
Non-surgical neck lift vs surgical neck lift
| Non-surgical (LCLR / HIFU + relaxant) | Surgical neck lift (platysmaplasty ± liposuction) | |
|---|---|---|
| Excess skin removed | No; tightened | Yes |
| Bands | Softened with relaxant, repeated | Sutured (platysmaplasty) |
| Fat | Reduced in small zones | Removed by liposuction |
| Downtime | Hours to 2 days | 1–3 weeks; garment; scars behind the ears |
| Result | Gradual over 3 months; maintained periodically | Immediate once healed; longer-lasting |
| Suits | Mild to moderate laxity | Advanced laxity, heavy bands, much excess skin |
What affects the cost
The number of problems being treated, the zones, the sessions in the course and whether a muscle relaxant or skin booster is added. The plan and its cost are set out at the consultation; the consultation fee is S$120 and is waived when a treatment is started.
Treatment photos are not published on this website in line with Singapore’s guidelines for medical clinics. Tap the button and our clinic will send you the one-page Time Freeze before-and-after PDF privately on WhatsApp.
I want to see the Time Freeze before and after →Frequently asked questions
Can a turkey neck be fixed without surgery?
Mild to moderate loose neck skin, yes: laser lifting of the neck and submental area, with HIFU as an alternative for deeper laxity. A heavy turkey neck with a lot of excess skin is a surgical case.
What causes the vertical cords in my neck?
Platysma bands: the edges of the thin neck muscle become visible as the skin thins and the muscle tightens with age. They are softened with a muscle relaxant, repeated every few months.
Does HIFU work on the neck?
Yes, for laxity; it reaches the SMAS and platysma layer. It does not reduce submental fat much or improve texture, which is why the laser protocol is often preferred when fat and texture are part of the picture.
Can the neck and face be done in one session?
Yes. A full face and neck session takes about 45 minutes, and treating them together keeps the lift continuous along the jawline.
How long do results last?
Collagen built after each session is yours; ageing continues, so periodic maintenance is usual. Muscle relaxant for bands is repeated every three to six months.
What about horizontal neck lines?
Those are a texture and folding problem treated with skin boosters, the superficial laser pass and sometimes a small amount of filler; see the neck lines guide.
References
- Rohrich RJ, Pessa JE. The fat compartments of the face: anatomy and clinical implications for cosmetic surgery. Plast Reconstr Surg 2007;119:2219-2227. doi:10.1097/01.prs.0000265403.66886.54
- Fabi SG. Noninvasive skin tightening: focus on new ultrasound techniques. Clin Cosmet Investig Dermatol 2015;8:47-52. doi:10.2147/CCID.S69118
- Badin AZ, Moraes LM, Gondek L, Chiaratti MG, Canta L. Laser lipolysis: flaccidity under control. Aesthetic Plast Surg 2002;26:335-339. doi:10.1007/s00266-002-1510-3
These sources describe the evidence in general. They are not a promise of any individual result; suitability is decided at an in-person assessment.
Book an assessment
IN Eternity Clinic, 9 Scotts Road, #12-01 Pacific Plaza, Singapore 228210. By appointment with Medical Director Dr Sin Yong. Monday to Saturday, 11am to 8pm. WhatsApp or call +65 8815 3008. The consultation fee is waived with any medical treatment.