Crow’s Feet

What are Crow’s Feet?

Crow’s feet are the fine lines and wrinkles that appear at the outer corners of the eyes. They are a common sign of facial ageing and can be caused by repeated muscle movements, sun exposure, and lifestyle factors.

Causes

Repeated facial expressions (smiling, squinting, laughing) → wrinkle formation over time.

Sun exposure (UV radiation) → breaks down collagen and elastin in the skin.

Ageing → skin loses elasticity and firmness.

Genetics → some people develop wrinkles earlier.

Smoking → accelerates collagen breakdown.

Pollution and oxidative stress → damage skin cells.

Dehydration → makes fine lines more visible.

Symptoms / Appearance

Fine lines and wrinkles radiating from the outer corners of the eyes.

Often more noticeable when smiling or squinting.

Can be accompanied by thinning skin around the eyes.

Deepening lines over time if untreated.

Treatments

At-Home / Topical Treatments

Retinoids (tretinoin, retinal, retinol) → stimulate collagen production.

Peptides and growth factors → improve skin firmness.

Antioxidants (vitamin C, E) → protect skin from damage.

Moisturisers and eye creams → maintain hydration and plumpness.

Sunscreen SPF 30+ daily → prevents further UV damage.

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Non-Surgical Professional Treatments

Botox® / Dysport® → relax eye muscles, reduce dynamic wrinkles.

Dermal fillers → smooth deeper lines or hollows.

Laser resurfacing (fractional CO₂, erbium) → stimulates collagen and smooths skin.

Microneedling / RF Microneedling → tightens skin and improves texture.

Chemical peels (light peels) → improve fine lines and skin tone.

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Lifestyle Measures

Avoid smoking.

Wear sunglasses to reduce squinting.

Stay hydrated and maintain a healthy diet rich in antioxidants.

Prevention

Apply daily sunscreen around the eyes.

Wear sunglasses to protect from UV and prevent squinting.

Avoid repetitive facial expressions that deepen lines unnecessarily.

Keep skin moisturized and hydrated.

Healthy lifestyle: balanced diet, antioxidants, hydration, and no smoking.

FAQs

Q1. Are crow’s feet preventable?
Partially. Daily sun protection, hydration, and avoiding smoking can slow their formation, but genetics and ageing also play a role.

Q2. Can crow’s feet be completely removed?
Dynamic lines can be smoothed with Botox, and deep lines may be improved with laser, fillers, or microneedling, but some fine lines may remain.

Q3. At what age do crow’s feet appear?
Usually in the late 20s to 30s, but sun damage or smoking can cause earlier appearance.

Q4. Are crow’s feet harmful?
No, they are cosmetic and do not pose health risks.

Q5. How long do Botox results last for crow’s feet?
Typically 3–6 months, after which repeat treatments are needed to maintain results.