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What Are Crow’s Feet Wrinkles?

June 9, 2025 / Dr Khaled Mahmoud

Causes, Prevention, and Treatment 

Crow’s feet wrinkles refer to the lines coming out from the corners of the eyes. The eye area is more delicate than the rest of the face and more susceptible to the appearance of the aging signs.Crow’s feet wrinkles develop due to the muscle contractions we make all the time during facial expressions such as laughing, smiling, and squinting.

How To Prevent Crow’s Feet Wrinkles?

Cut Down Repetitive Facial Expressions

Cutting down your facial expressions does not mean stop smiling or laughing. The expression that can be reduced is squinting from the sunlight. Sunglasses are highly recommended to reduce the appearance of crow’s feet wrinkles.

Replace Your Pillow

Getting enough sleep is essential for having smooth, radiant skin, but sleeping can also cause wrinkles. When your skin is pulled by the pillowcase, it forms skin creases.Use a U-shaped travel pillow. The silk pillowcase will prevent your facial skin from getting pulled or wrinkled.

SPF (Sun Protection Factor)

SPF or Sun Protection Factor is great in protecting the skin against UV rays. There is a number besides SPF indicates how well it works in protecting the skin against the sun.Wear SPF at least 30 to prevent the appearance of crow’s feet wrinkles. (Internal link coming soon)

Antioxidant-Rich Foods

To have beautiful, glowing skin, it all starts with what you eat. Studies show that antioxidant-rich foods such as coconut oil, walnuts, and strawberries can combat ageing signs such as wrinkles and fine lines. (Internal link coming soon)

Exfoliate

Exfoliation is highly recommended for minimizing the appearance of crow’s feet wrinkles, especially if they already started forming. Exfoliating removes the dead skin cells located on the top layer of the skin. This helps the skin to smooth the wrinkles out.

How to Treat Crow’s Feet Wrinkles?

Use Topical Creams & Moisturizers

Many prescription and over-the-counter topical creams can fight the appearance of fine lines and all types of facial wrinkles. Try to find a topical cream that can induce the production of new skin cells.In addition, using an antiaging moisturizer will improve the appearance of superficial and early wrinkles around the eyes. The results usually appear after 6 months of daily use. Deep crow’s feet wrinkles need other solutions. (Internal link coming soon)

Botulinum Toxin (Botox Injections)

Botox injections are effective in treating crow’s feet wrinkles. Botox can smooth out crow’s feet wrinkles, especially if they are starting to develop. It is the best option for younger people who have superficial crow’s feet wrinkles.Botox targets the muscles around the eyes. The injection lasts for 3 to 6 months. (Internal link coming soon)

Chemical Peels

Chemical peeling is done by placing a chemical solution on the face to remove the dead skin cells on the outer layer of the skin. It improves the appearance of crow’s feet wrinkles and leaves your skin healthier and younger. (Internal link coming soon)

Dermal Fillers

Dermal fillers are another treatment option for crow’s feet wrinkles. They are injected into the outer corner of the eyes using a small needle. Some fillers are better and more permanent than others. The effects can last from 3 to 12 months according to the type of filler. (Internal link coming soon)

Laser Resurfacing

Laser resurfacing can remove the upper layers of skin showing new skin layers to look younger. It is the best option for deep crow’s feet wrinkles since it uses heat to promote collagen production.The skin around the eyes heals in a smoother way.The procedure can take weeks before complete healing. Your face may stay in dressing for days.Laser resurfacing makes your skin tighter. People after resurfacing look 10 to 20 years younger.The effects last for more than 10 years. It is usually combined with other techniques such as Botox injections to maintain the results. (Internal link coming soon)

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