Description
What it is
Necksphalt is Dr. Melaxin’s neck-care line, and this is its cream. The name plays on “asphalt”: the brand’s idea is to resurface and reinforce a part of the body that most routines forget. The neck has thinner skin, fewer oil glands and constant movement, so lines and a crepey texture often show there earlier than on the face. The cream is built around the brand’s ECM-5 complex, peptides, ceramide and elastin, and is designed to help the neck look smoother, firmer and more hydrated. The jar holds 50 ml (1.76 oz). On Amazon.ca it is listed as a firming neck cream with ceramide and collagen.
Key ingredients
- ECM-5 complex (20,000 ppm): the brand’s name for a blend aimed at the extracellular matrix, the support network that keeps skin dense and elastic.
- Seven peptides: copper tripeptide-1, palmitoyl pentapeptide-4, acetyl hexapeptide-8, palmitoyl tripeptide-1 and three sh-oligopeptides/polypeptides, included for the look of lines and firmness.
- Ceramide NP: a skin-identical lipid that supports the moisture barrier.
- Hydrolyzed elastin: included for a more elastic, bouncy look.
- Triple hyaluronic acid and hydroxyethyl urea: humectants that hydrate the thin neck skin.
- Niacinamide and adenosine: for a more even tone and the look of wrinkles.
- Vitamin C (sodium ascorbyl phosphate) and vitamin E (tocopherol): antioxidant support.
Product details
| Brand | Dr. Melaxin (South Korea) |
|---|---|
| Line | Necksphalt |
| Size | 50 ml / 1.76 oz |
| Format | Rich cream in a jar |
| Main concerns | Neck lines, crepey texture, loss of firmness, dryness on the neck and décolleté |
| Skin types | All skin types, especially dry and mature skin |
| When to use | Morning and night, last step of the routine |
| Fragrance | Contains parfum |
| Amazon ASIN | B0CNC4FM93 |
How to use
- Use morning and night, as the last step of your skincare routine.
- Take an appropriate amount and spread it evenly over the neck.
- Massage with upward strokes, from the base of the neck toward the jaw, until absorbed.
- Extend what is left to the décolleté.
- In the morning, apply sunscreen on the neck too: it is one of the most sun-exposed and most forgotten areas.
Tip: “tech neck” lines come partly from looking down at screens. Raising your phone to eye level is a free habit that helps any neck cream.
What to expect
- Right away: softer, more hydrated neck skin with a smoother feel.
- After several weeks: with twice-daily use, a smoother, more supple look to the neck.
- Limits: deep horizontal neck lines and loose skin are structural; a cream can soften their look but not remove them.
Who it suits
This cream suits anyone who wants a dedicated neck step, from people in their late twenties who notice first “tech neck” lines to mature skin looking for comfort and firmness. It also works well on the décolleté. Dry skin will enjoy its rich texture; read our guide to Korean skincare for dry skin for a full routine.
Who should be careful
For external use only. Avoid broken or irritated skin and stop if redness or itching occurs. The formula contains parfum, which matters if you have a fragrance allergy. If you use a retinoid or acid on your face, introduce them slowly on the neck, where skin is thinner and more reactive.
Patch test first. Apply a small amount to the inner forearm or behind the ear and wait 24 to 48 hours before using it on the face or neck.
Full ingredient list
Aqua (Water), Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Niacinamide, Propanediol, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Tromethamine, Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables, Parfum (Fragrance), Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Coptis Japonica Root Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Zea Mays (Corn) Kernel Extract, Adenosine, Disodium EDTA, Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract, Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Elastin, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Dextrin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Fructan, Glucose, Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate, Ceramide NP, Anemarrhena Asphodeloides Root Extract, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Tocopherol, Copper Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, sh-Oligopeptide-1, sh-Oligopeptide-2, sh-Polypeptide-3.
Frequently asked questions
Do I really need a separate neck cream?
Not always: you can extend your face cream down to the neck. A neck cream is useful when you want a richer, firming formula there, or when your face cream is too light or too active for the thinner neck skin.
Can I use it on my face?
Yes, it is a cosmetic cream suitable for the face as well, but its rich texture may feel heavy on oily skin.
Does it contain collagen?
The published ingredient list shows hydrolyzed elastin, peptides and ceramide. Peptides are what the brand relies on for the firming effect.
How long does a jar last?
With twice-daily use on the neck, a 50 ml jar usually lasts around two months, depending on how much you apply.
Learn more
Pair it with the Calcium Intense Cream on the face, and see the whole range in our Korean skincare routine for beginners.
Ingredient lists can change between batches and markets. Always check the box you receive. This page is an independent guide; melaxin.ca does not sell products directly.
