My Mom, Grandma, and I Tested a TikTok-Viral Neck Cream for One Month: Did We Just Rewind the Clock?

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“I still have 74-year-old skin… but my neck has a totally different look now”

It seems like we’ve been searching for the fountain of youth since the beginning of time. But in 2024, we’re turning to one of the most viral anti-aging products on TikTok: the GoPure Tighten and Lift Neck Cream.

In the spirit of investigative journalism, I asked my mom (52) and my grandma (74) to help me (24) test this self-proclaimed miracle in a bottle for a month. I was curious to see how it performed across different ages, skin tones, and textures. And honestly, we were shocked by the results.

GoPure Tighten and Lift Neck Cream

$50 at Amazon

$79 at gopurebeauty.com

At a Glance

Benefits: Firms, revives, hydrates, and plumps skin | Ingredients: Cupuacu butter, Matribust, hyaluronic acid, caffeine | Size: 1.7 ounces | Skin Types: All

This silky cream looked no different than the hordes of other lotions and potions that end up on my vanity. However, the ingredients and sizeable results set this cream apart.

Made with a proprietary firming complex that targets the fine skin of your neck, the formula is backed by several board-certified dermatologists for its safety and efficacy. Its goals are mighty: to restore the skin’s firmness, plump, hydrate, and minimize the appearance of wrinkles and saggy skin.

Our Expectations

My grandma hoped that after a month of use, she’d have tighter, younger-looking skin, my mom aspired towards diminished neck wrinkles, and I hoped for a more “snatched” jawline.

How We Tested GoPure Neck Cream

[Editors note: The brand claims that it takes 30-60 days to results, so we will keep testing to see if more significant changes occur past the end date.]

We each routinely tested this neck cream for four weeks. After using our favorite cleansers and toners, we applied this product in a gentle upward motion morning and night — making sure to follow up with sunscreen if we were applying during the daytime.

Meet the Testers

Grandma: 75, freckled and fair-skinned with pink undertones. Combination skin with hyperpigmentation, sun spots, and rosacea. Wrinkles and fine lines on forehead, jaw, neck, and chest.

Mom: 52, light skin with neutral undertones. Seasonally dry skin with rosacea and slight hyperpigmentation. Some wrinkles on neck and chest.

Me: 24, light skin neutral/olive undertones. Seasonally dry skin with some sensitivity and rosacea. No obvious wrinkles.

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The Results

How did the neck-firming cream feel?

Grandma: “It felt good on my skin. It was a little thicker than a face cream, but it melted into my skin after about two minutes. After it had absorbed, it felt completely weightless.”

Mom: “It was very smooth, and it didn’t feel sticky or greasy. It rubbed in nicely and had a very nice consistency — I’d compare it to my staple Drmtlgy Peptide Night Cream.”

Me: As for me, I found the texture was thicker than most moisturizers I’ve used, but it sheered out into a thin layer that felt hydrating and non-greasy. It didn’t take long for the product to absorb, either.

When did you start to notice a change in how your skin looked?

Grandma:  “It took about three to four days to see a difference in the hydration of my skin. It took about 10 days to start seeing a small difference in terms of firmness, but by the end, my neck was completely different.”

Mom: “I used it twice a day, morning and night, and it only took a month to see results.”

Me: “I didn’t notice any differences in the way my skin looked — though it did give my skin a great boost of hydration.”

What changes did you observe by the end of the testing period?

Grandma: “My neck has a totally different look now. I still have 74-year-old skin, but it looks a lot better now — it’s not a miracle, but it is a help. It’s still loose skin, but much better-textured.”

Mom: “I think my skin looked smoother on my neck and chest [by the end of the testing period]. It didn’t take the wrinkles away, but it definitely smoothed out the texture of my skin.”

Me:  “I, sadly, did not achieve a sharper jawline with this product. However, it did keep my skin hydrated and plump throughout the summer.”

Mom Tip

“If you were to use this cream with the Firm and Lift Serum, you might get even better (and faster!) results. Make sure you apply it on the décolleté, too — it made a difference there.” —Lori Brascia

Who It’s Good For

Grandma: “This cream is great for people ages 50 and up, as they will see the most difference with this product. It doesn’t do plastic surgery, but it does change your texture for the better.”

Mom: “I would recommend it to anyone who wants to improve the texture of the skin on their neck. It’s also very gentle, so I’d recommend it to people who have sensitive skin, too.”

Me: “I think people with visible wrinkles, no matter what age, will benefit from this cream. It’s super hydrating, and I’ll keep using it for preventative measures.”

What to Look for in a Neck-Firming Cream

Active Ingredients

All ingredients are important in skincare, but a skin-tightening cream's active ingredients are the most telling.

These ingredients are highly effective at improving skin elasticity, stimulating collagen production, and hydrating the skin, according to board-certified cosmetic dermatologist Dr. Dendy Engelman. Hyaluronic acid, a leading ingredient in GoPure's formula, is one of these key ingredients.

GoPure’s A-List Active Ingredients

• Cupuacu butter: An antioxidant-rich emollient that restores skin elasticity and hydration

• Matribust: A branded GoPure ingredient made from jojoba oil that restores skin density and tone, protects the skin barrier, and encourages firmness

• Hyaluronic acid: A hydrating ingredient that plumps and smooths the skin

• Caffeine: An anti-inflammatory ingredient that soothes redness and provides anti-aging properties

Skin Compatibility

Some heavier creams are too much for people with acne-prone or oily skin, which can clog your pores instead of shrinking them. However, too-thin formulas may not provide enough hydration for your skin.

The GoPure Tighten and Lift Neck Cream has a medium-thick texture and gentle formula that is safe for all skin types, making this one of the most universal skin-tightening creams we’ve ever tried.

Is the GoPure Neck Cream Worth It?

To put it plainly, yes — this tightening cream is worth it, and all three of us are excited to keep using it and seeing our skin look better with time.

“It doesn’t take away loose skin or a turkey neck, but it does firm and rehydrate your skin,” my grandma concludes.

Other Neck-Firming Creams to Consider

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