What are Some Wrinkle Reducing Treatments for Crow’s Feet?

Noticing lines and creases around the outer corner of your eye? Crows’ feet are a sign of the skin’s naturally occurring skin aging process. Many of which may find themselves looking to reduce the appearance of this. There are many treatment methods with the potential to minimise crow’s feet on your skin’s complexion.

Keep reading to learn more on how:

What is Crow’s Feet?

Otherwise known as “Lateral Canthal Lines,” this is a prominent sign of the skins ageing process. The term crow’s feet was coined because of its resemblance to a many toed crow’s foot. There are four common types of crow’s feet that can be identified in your skin. All of which are typically connected to the cause of the crow’s feet.

• Full Fan Crow’s Feet: These lines spread out from the corners of your eyes, forming a wide fan shape.
• Central Crow’s Feet: These lines appear right at the outer corners of your eyes, creating a short, concentrated pattern.
• Middle Crow’s Feet: These lines appear halfway between the outer corner and the temple, forming subtle creases.
• Lower Crow’s Feet: These are the lines that show up just below your eyes.

What are the Under Eye Line Causes?

When it comes to crow’s feet on the skin’s surface, there’s no “One size fits all.” The most common reason behind this is the skin’s naturally occurring ageing process. This is because as you age, your skin loses its primary proteins collagen and elastin over-time. Meaning that the appearance of crow’s feet can become more prominent.

Alongside this, there are many lifestyle habits that can be responsible for crow’s feet formation. By repeating the same facial expression, this leads to facial muscle contractions within the skin. Otherwise known as dynamic expression lines or wrinkles. Additionally, failing to apply sun protection, as well as poor lifestyle habits like smoking can fasten the wrinkle formation.

The Cosmetic Wrinkle Assessment for Crow’s Feet

The wrinkle severity scale is commonly employed by many skin specialists. This ranges from dermatologists, aesthetic physicians to cosmetic nurses. The metric is used to assess the “Severity” of the wrinkles prior to these skin treatments being administered. This is through its assessment of the depth and length of nasolabial folds.

A PubMed article states, “The WSRS is a valid and reliable instrument for quantitative assessment of facial skin folds.” Making it a commonly employed assessment for many wrinkle skin types.

Spot the types of skin wrinkle severity:

Stage 1 (Mild)

Fine, shallow lines are visible only when making facial expressions (like smiling or squinting). These wrinkles are not noticeable and disappear when the face becomes relaxed.

Stage 2 (Moderate)

The wrinkles are deeper and visible even when the face is at rest. They may appear as faint and hardly noticeable lines around the eyes.

Stage 3 (Severe)

Deep, etched-in lines are visible at all times, even when not making any expressions. These wrinkles are more pronounced and permanent. However, once the skin is stretched these tend to disappear.

Stage 4 (Extreme)

Within the skin, these can appear as very pronounced and have an elongated appearance. When stretched the skin tends to have limited elasticity and hardly expands.

*All the information cited above directly derives from a PubMed study. All of which attests to the efficacy of WSRS when determined prior to the application of radio-frequency technology.

Explore the Crow’s Feet Treatment Options Available

Looking to potentially reduce the look of wrinkles on the skin? Some cosmetic treatments have proven to be promising for minimising the visual look of crow’s feet. The laser resurfacing treatment is not only performed to potentially target hyperpigmentation, but also wrinkles.

In a Pubmed study, two patients had Co2 Laser Resurfacing for dynamic crow’s feet wrinkles and exhibited good results. As they had “Grade 4 or excellent improvement” within this facial region. This is because this treatment can promote the production of collagen and elastin.

Another prospective treatment for the skin are micro-needling treatments. In a study published on JCAD, forty-eight participants received four micro-needling treatments at four week intervals. It was found that there was a significant improvement in the appearance of wrinkles. As this treatment can stimulate the production of collagen.

Your In-Clinic Consultation for a Crow’s Feet Treatment

Before any invasive wrinkle treatment is applied, a body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) screening must be undergone. This tool is designed to assess the psychological wellbeing of the patient. This then helps to ensure that the right expectations are set before the cosmetic treatment. With every service, we aim to instil practices that help to foster transparency.

Through administering the validated screening tool, we can then assess for realistic standards to ensure compliance with Australian guidelines. This helps to potentially provide a customised clinical treatment for wrinkles around the eyes.

*Please note that the above is a general overview of the consultation process. On the day of service, the professional administering the treatment will take a more tailored scope.

How To: Prevent Crow’s Feet from Forming

While some consider their in-clinic options, the right lifestyle can be just as important. Crow’s feet can’t be entirely prevented, however there are some useful tips to consider. All of which can come down to the primary causes. By maintaining these steps, you can also boost your skin’s overall health.

See our guide to crow’s feet below:

• Sun Protection: The right sun protection is not only important to keep you safe, but plays a large role in preventing wrinkles from forming. This is because the UV rays can compromise the skin’s primary proteins elastin and collagen. Apply a sun protection of SPF 50 and over to maximise your level of sun protection. Additionally, consider factors such as wearing sunglasses to prevent squinting from the suns glare.
• Avoid Facial Expressions: Otherwise known as dynamic wrinkles, this is caused through visible expressions. By making the same facial expressions repeatedly this can cause skin creases. Try to be mindful of making repeated expressions including squinting, frowning and smiling.
• The Right Skincare Routine: Consider applying targeted skincare to the eye area nightly. Choose eye creams formulated with concentrated ingredients. Retinoids can stimulate collagen production to prevent and minimise the visible appearance of crow’s feet. Alongside this, hyaluronic acid boosts the skin’s plumpness to potentially smooth the look of crow’s feet.

*Unsure of which skincare is right for your crow’s feet? You’re not alone. Browse through our Results Laser products collection curated for fine lines and wrinkles.

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