EXALT Neck Firming Gel: What to Expect From a Neck Serum
By TEMPLESPA | Published: 2026-10-14
Category: Product Reviews
A practical look at TEMPLESPA EXALT neck gel: what it does, how to use it, and who should choose a different neck skincare routine.
Quick answer
TEMPLESPA EXALT is a cream-gel treatment made to help lift and tighten the look of skin around the neck and décolletage. Choose it if you want a lightweight, targeted neck serum for sagging skin and early crepiness; skip it if you want an all-over face cream or a full routine in one box.
What EXALT actually is (and what it is not)
EXALT is a neck firming cream-gel, not a face serum and not a full skincare collection. Its focus is the neck and décolletage, the areas where skin is thinner and often shows dryness, crepiness, and loss of firmness before the face does. The gel-cream texture is designed to sink in without the heavy feel some rich neck creams leave behind, which matters if you dislike tacky residue before dressing.
What it is not: a replacement for sunscreen, a facial moisturizer, or a complete routine. If your main concern is the face, or you want cleanser, toner, and night cream together, a set like MY KINDA SKIN or the BEAUTY SLEEP COLLECTION covers more ground per dollar. EXALT is the specialist in the lineup.
How to add EXALT to a neck skincare routine
Apply EXALT after cleansing and any toner, and before heavier creams or SPF. Use upward, gentle strokes from the collarbone toward the jawline; the neck skin is fragile, so pressure is not the point. A pea-sized amount per side is usually enough for the neck and décolletage. If you use an exfoliating acid or retinol, keep those on the face unless the product is labeled for the neck, and give EXALT a few minutes to settle before layering.
Consistency matters more than quantity. A simple daily pass, morning or night, is more useful than an occasional heavy application. If you want a full evening routine around it, the BEAUTY SLEEP COLLECTION provides the cleanse-tone-treat steps that come before a neck treatment.
What you can realistically expect
Expect a comfortable, hydrating gel-cream that helps the neck and décolletage look smoother and more lifted over time. Do not expect a surgical-style change or overnight tightening. The catalog describes EXALT as helping to lift and tighten the skin around the neck and décolletage, so treat visible firming as a gradual, cumulative result of regular use, not a one-application effect.
If you are looking for before-and-after proof, be cautious with any neck firming gel before and after claims you see online. Results depend on skin condition, age, sun exposure, and how consistently you apply the product. A realistic test is four to eight weeks of daily use, judged by how the skin feels and looks in normal light, not by a single photo.
Decision rules for choosing a neck firming gel
- If firming the neck and décolletage is your main goal: Choose EXALT. It is the only product in this set described specifically as a neck firming cream-gel for lifting and tightening those areas. Buy EXALT alone if the rest of your routine already works.
- If you want one purchase that covers a full evening routine: Choose the BEAUTY SLEEP COLLECTION instead of adding EXALT on top. It gives you the cleanse, tone, and night steps in one box, with a free cleanser included. Add EXALT later only if the neck remains a separate concern.
- If your skin is oily or breakout-prone: Start with MY KINDA SKIN PURIFY for cleansing and balancing. A firming neck gel is not the first fix for excess oil or blemishes. Revisit EXALT once oil and breakouts are under control.
- If you dislike rich creams on your neck: EXALT's cream-gel texture is the better fit over a heavy balm, especially in warm weather or under collared clothing. Apply a small amount and let it settle before dressing.
Product facts
- EXALT: EXALT is a luxurious, neck firming, cream-gel treatment that helps to lift and tighten the skin around the neck and décolletage. It is the targeted option when the neck and décolletage are your main concern rather than the full face.
- BEAUTY SLEEP COLLECTION: The BEAUTY SLEEP COLLECTION is a four-piece bedtime routine that includes REPOSE night cream and WINDOWS OF THE SOUL eye treatment gel cream plus a toner of your choice, with a free cleanser worth £23. It covers the cleanse, tone, and treat steps that come before a neck treatment, so it pairs well if you want one evening routine rather than separate products.
- MY KINDA SKIN PURIFY: MY KINDA SKIN PURIFY is a trio for those who suffer with excess oil, blemishes and breakouts, leaving skin feeling clean, clear and shine-free. If your neck area is oily or breakout-prone, this set addresses cleansing and balancing rather than firming.
Who EXALT is for
Best for
- Anyone whose main concern is firmness and crepiness on the neck and décolletage
- People who prefer a lightweight cream-gel over a heavy neck cream
- Those who already have a face routine and want one targeted addition
Not for
- Shoppers who want a single set covering cleanser, toner, and night cream
- Oily or blemish-prone skin that needs cleansing and balancing first
- Anyone expecting instant or surgical-style tightening
