Typically, crow’s feet are treated with Botox.
Causes of crow’s feet
Every time the muscles around the eyes tighten, horizontal folds appear under the eyebrows. When the muscles relax, the lines initially disappear again. People with light-colored eyes, in particular, may suffer greatly from bright (sunlight) light, causing intense squinting. If the muscles are very strong or are tightened very often, or if the condition of the skin deteriorates, the lines in the skin may remain visible. In particular, the thinner skin under the eyes is the first to be vulnerable and “draw” the fastest.
Visible consequences
The result is a series of permanent lines around the eyes and on the nose (“bunny lines”).
Informational consultation with examination
The doctor will discuss your needs with you and assess what causes your crow’s feet. In doing so, it is essential to also look at any excess skin of the lower eyelids and the condition of the skin of the lower eyelids in particular. This helps determine treatment options.
Treatment of crow’s feet
Usually, strong action of the crow’s feet muscles is a major cause of the lines and Botox will be used to temporarily make the muscle less powerful. If the condition of the skin is also a factor, it may be useful to combine this with skin-firming injections with a filler. Weakening the action of the muscle around the eyes will cause the eyebrows to rise slightly higher. This effect is called a “chemical browlift” (eyebrow elevator) and gives a rejuvenating and refreshing effect on the gaze.
Surgery for crow’s feet?
Eyelid surgery is an operation in which excess skin on the upper eyelid or lower eyelid is surgically treated. This can, in some cases, improve crow’s feet. Discuss with the cosmetic doctor during the consultation what your needs are and what to expect from the various treatments. If surgery (eyelid surgery), possibly combined with fillers, would be a better option than applying Botox it will be honestly advised and explained.