How Crows Feet Botox Can Enhance Your Smile and Confidence

What Are Crow’s Feet?

Crow’s feet, called lateral canthal lines in the medical world, are those fine lines and wrinkles extending from the outer corner of the eye. One of the first pieces of evidence of facial ageing are these lines you will see when smiling or squinting. As they develop in the active periorbital area, their existence is a component of aging yet can be a result of environmental and also way of living factors.

 

Causes of Crow’s Feet (Ageing, sun exposure, muscle movement)

Several key factors contribute to the development of crow’s feet:

• Ageing: As the years go by, skin is deprived of collagen and elastin, proteins that keep skin firm and flexible. The skin in the area of the eye is so thin and especially prone to wrinkles.
• Sun Exposure: Ultraviolet (UV) rays break down collagen and promote premature ageing – especially in delicate regions like around the eyes.
• Muscle Movement: Repeated facial gestures and movements such as smiling and squinting use the orbicularis oculi muscle. And with time, fine lines are established on repetition of movement.

 

How Does Crows Feet Botox Work?

Botulinum toxin type A (Botox) is a purified protein that temporarily inactivates or weakens certain facial muscles, decreasing their ability to contract and create wrinkles. Botox works by inhibiting the muscle contractions that cause dynamic lines, which are injected into those areas of concern around the eyes. This relaxation allows your skin to lay normal without the constant bending and scrunching of muscle, reducing. crow’s feet while still being able to move your face in general.

The treatment is intended to keep acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter that helps manage muscle movement, in the synaptic cleft. Because of this, the muscles affected are less apprehensive to being active, minimising repetitive folding which causes the skin from creasing.

 

Which Muscles Are Treated?

The main muscle treated in the crow’s feet area is the orbicularis oculi. This circular muscle encircles the eye, and gets activated during facial movements like squinting, smiling or blinking. The specific fibres of this muscle that are injected with Botox in order to selectively weaken them allow the skin overlying them to smooth out, while maintaining normal movement and expression of the eyes.

 

The Crows Feet Botox Procedure

At Harley Street Skin Clinic, every treatment begins with a comprehensive consultation. This stage includes:

• Evaluating the degree and spread of crow’s feet
• Comprehend the human facial anatomy & expression patterns
• Discussing aesthetic goals and expected outcomes
• Evaluating medical history and contraindications

From there, we design a custom treatment plan to make certain our results look as natural as possible. Specific muscles at specific sites are drawn on based upon the patient’s area of muscle activity, and skin condition

 

What to Expect During Treatment

The actual Botox procedure is quick and minimally invasive:

• The area is cleansed and marked for accuracy
• A fine needle is used to inject small units of Botox into the orbicularis oculi muscle
• The process typically takes 10 to 15 minutes

There is some discomfort but the vast majority of patients describe it as a slight pinching. The procedure is non anaesthetic with no restriction on activities straight after.

 

Botox for Crows Feet Before and After: Real Results

Results are usually visible within 3 to 7 days, and the full effects take hold after two weeks.

Visual cues include:

• Softer lines at the outer eye area
• Less noticeable wrinkling during smiling or squinting
• Brightened eye contour without a frozen appearance

Example Case A: Mild to moderate crow’s feet lines softened significantly, maintaining natural eye movement.

Example Case B: Deep, dynamic wrinkles around the eyes visibly reduced, with a rejuvenated appearance retained for over 4 months.

 

Benefits of Crows Feet Botox

• Smoother Eye Area & Youthful Look

The skin around the eyes softens fine lines and wrinkles with Botox. The result is a more peaceful appearance that looks young and serves the general facial harmony.

• Enhanced Natural Smile

A well-placed Botox retains the movement that demonstrates a real smile, but decreases the tissue crumpling that contributes to aging. The end is a bolder, more upscale look that sets the tone for emotional expression.

• Subtle, Non-Surgical Rejuvenation

Crows feet Botox, on the other hand, provides a painless solution to surgery. It involves no downtime and little risk, making it a great choice for patients who would like gentle facial rejuvenation without changing their natural look.

 

Side Effects to Be Aware Of (specific for eye area: drooping, puffiness, asymmetry)

Botox is safe when administered by a professional, yet some of the risks that are specific to the eye region:

• Mild swelling or bruising at injection sites
• Eyelid drooping (ptosis) due to improper injection placement
• Puffiness from over-relaxation of adjacent muscles
• Temporary asymmetry in eye movement or smile

This is a rare and short-lived effect. They can be reduced by appropriate dose and injection technique.

 

How to Ensure Safe Treatment

To maximise safety and efficacy:

• Choose a reputable clinic with medical expertise in aesthetic injectables
• Ensure a detailed consultation and facial assessment is conducted
• Follow all aftercare instructions, including avoiding pressure or rubbing around the treated area for 24 hours

We follow strict safety protocols for all procedures at Harley Street Skin Clinic, delivering the same exceptional results every time.

 

Typical Longevity

Botox for crow’s feet will give results that last between 3 to 4 months. With time, the muscle slowly regains function and the fine lines may start appearing again. Consistent therapies can assist protect against creases as well as decrease the look of fine lines.

 

Maintenance Tips

To prolong and maintain results:

• Book regular follow up visits before full muscle function returns
• Daily sun protection is necessary to prevent additional degradation of collagen.
• Stay hydrated and try to follow a healthy skincare regime

Over time if patients sustain a maintenance schedule they will notice lines are softer and less units required long term.

 

FAQs About Crows Feet Botox

• How many units are used?

Crow’s feet use 6-12 units per side on average, depending heavily on the strength of the muscle and deep-set lines. Costs are determined on a personalized basis per patient.

• How soon will I see results?

You can start noticing the initial changes within three to five days, but full results are visible at around 10 to 14 days after the treatment.

• Does Botox for crows feet hurt?

The procedure involves minimal discomfort. The vast majority of patients will experience very minimal to mild discomfort throughout their procedure. Pain is quite minimal as the injections are done with very fine needles and fast technique.

• Will it affect my smile or eye expression?

When performed correctly, Botox for crow’s feet does not impair natural expressions. Smiling remains unaffected, and the eye area looks more relaxed, not frozen.

• How often should I repeat the treatment?

The same treatment is repeated by most patients every 3 to 4 months to keep the results immersed. But in the long-term, muscles could react better to lower doses and need fewer treatments.