Experts, including Dr Emma Goulding and Dr Victoria Manning, associate this phenomenon with rapid weight loss, especially during midlife. The decrease in elasticity and oil production as we age often means the skin is unable to tighten, resulting in fine lines and creasing. This growing concern is even reported among individuals in their 20s and 30s.
Medical professionals suggest a gradual approach to weight loss when feasible, alongside protein, resistance training, and daily SPF application on the neck to help maintain skin tone. Treatments that stimulate collagen production can also improve skin firmness. Manufacturers recommend that patients use GLP-1 drugs for their approved purposes and report any side effects to healthcare providers and the MHRA Yellow Card scheme.