Botox is a popular cosmetic treatment that can smooth fine lines and reduce the appearance of wrinkles. This minimally invasive treatment can wind back the clock and give you younger-looking skin. If you’re beginning to notice fine lines forming at the corners of your eyes, here’s how you can smooth these wrinkles with Botox.
## What Are Crow’s Feet?
Crow’s feet are wrinkles that sit at the corners of your eyes. These wrinkles can be deeper than other lines or wrinkles on your face. Crow’s feet are usually the first wrinkles you’ll notice on your face. You may not see them when your face is relaxed, but they’re very obvious when you smile. And yes, they do resemble bird claws.
## What Causes Crow’s Feet?
The most common causes of crow’s feet around the eyes include:
A loss of collagen and skin elasticity.
Frequent facial expressions like laughing and smiling.
Exposure to damaging UV light.

Crow’s feet may be the first wrinkles you notice on your face. That’s because the skin around our eyes is very thin and delicate, so it begins to show age sooner than other parts of the face. These are also very active muscles, which further stretches skin and can lead to a loss of elasticity and more wrinkles. Young adults often notice crow’s feet in their late 20s or early 30s.
## How Does Botox Work?
Botox can reduce the appearance of wrinkles by relaxing certain muscles in the face. Botox contains botulinum toxin that can block signals from the brain. So when your brain sends a signal to the muscles, the signal does not reach the targeted muscle, and your facial muscles stay relaxed. Botox takes a couple of days to settle into the muscles, fully relaxing the muscles and limiting movement. As these areas relax, fine lines disappear and wrinkles soften.
## Can Botox Minimize Crow’s Feet?
Yes, Botox is an effective treatment for crow’s feet! Botox injected into the muscles at the corners of your eyes can reduce crow’s feet. When these muscles relax, the skin around your eyes will appear smoother and healthier. Wrinkles or deep lines at the corners of your eyes will soften or disappear. And when you smile, the corners of your eyes won’t wrinkle. Instead, they’ll stay smooth even as you smile.
## What to Expect During a Botox Appointment
If you’re getting Botox for crow’s feet, your appointment will be short and sweet. It only takes a few minutes, and if you book an at-home Botox appointment, you won’t even have to rearrange your schedule. During treatment, a skilled nurse will use a very fine needle to inject a small dose of Botox into the muscles at the corners of your eyes. 

You may notice some swelling right after treatment, but this won’t last long. After two to three days, you will see the effects of Botox for crow’s feet. The wrinkles around your eyes will become less noticeable, and after a few more days they may fade away completely. 

To find out if you’re an ideal candidate for Botox, book an online consultation with one of our experienced health professionals.

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