What are Crow’s Feet?
Crow’s feet, the fine lines and wrinkles that form at the corners of the eyes, are among the first visible signs of facial aging. They’re often caused by repeated muscle movement from squinting, smiling, or laughing, combined with the natural breakdown of collagen and elasticity beneath the skin.
There are two types of crow’s feet:
- Dynamic lines appear when you smile or squint but disappear at rest.
- Static lines are present even when the face is relaxed, and develop over time as the skin folds repeatedly and loses its ability to bounce back.
What Causes Crow’s Feet?
Crow’s feet are caused by a combination of repeated facial movement, thinning skin, and loss of underlying support. Over time, this leads to permanent creasing at the outer corners of the eyes. Contributing factors include sun exposure, smoking, alcohol use, and poor diet, all of which can speed up the breakdown of collagen and elastin.
What’s the Best Treatment for Crow’s Feet?
At Verve, we use Botox for eye wrinkles. Botox is injected around the eyes to relax the small muscles responsible for skin movement. By softening muscle activity, Botox smooths the outer eye area and prevents further creasing, making it one of the best eye wrinkle treatment options available.
How Long Does Botox Last for Crow’s Feet?
Results from Botox for crow’s feet typically last between 3 to 4 months. Many patients return for touch-ups to maintain smoother skin and reduce wrinkle formation over time.
Is Botox Safe and Effective Around the Eyes?
Yes. When injected by a trained medical professional, Botox to treat eye wrinkles is a safe and proven treatment with minimal downtime.This information was medically reviewed by board-certified physician Stephen P. Bracci, M.D. on August 20, 2025.
