How can I treat crow’s feet at the corners of my eyes?

Facial wrinkles are a woman’s archenemy; thus, when they appear, women often pursue various methods to eliminate them. How, then, can crow’s feet—wrinkles around the eyes—be treated?

How Can Crow’s Feet Be Treated?

If crow’s feet result from repeated muscular contraction around the outer corners of the eyes, localized botulinum toxin injections are an effective treatment option. Typically, the effects of botulinum toxin last approximately 4–6 months; repeat injections every six months are generally required to sustain long-term wrinkle reduction. In cases where chronic muscle activity has led to skin indentation and wrinkling, hyaluronic acid fillers may be injected locally to restore volume and smooth the affected area. For crow’s feet exacerbated by eyelid skin laxity—either upper or lower eyelid ptosis—corrective surgical procedures (e.g., blepharoplasty) may be necessary to achieve optimal aesthetic outcomes.

The most common cause of crow’s feet is natural aging. As individuals reach a certain age, physiological aging manifests visibly in the skin—resulting in epidermal thinning, loss of elasticity, and tissue sagging—particularly evident as crow’s feet at the lateral canthus.

Additionally, some individuals frequently smile or squint, causing prolonged tension on the periorbital skin. Over time, this repetitive strain contributes to premature skin relaxation and wrinkle formation—even in younger individuals. For such cases, localized botulinum toxin injections, hyaluronic acid fillers, or a combination of both may be considered. We hope this information proves helpful!