Reduce fine lines around the eyes with a crow's feet treatment. With a muscle relaxant, we ensure a smoother eye area and a fresher, more youthful appearance.
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Crow's feet are fine wrinkles that appear at the outer corners of the eyes, often caused by smiling, sun damage, or skin aging. They can give a tired or older appearance, even when you feel energetic. A crow's feet treatment with a muscle relaxant offers an effective and safe solution for this common problem.
During the treatment, a specialist injects small amounts of botulinum toxin into the muscles around the eyes. This relaxes the muscles responsible for the formation of wrinkles, making the skin surface appear smoother. The treatment is quick, virtually painless, and requires no surgery.
The result is a subtle, natural effect: fine lines diminish while your facial expression is preserved. The procedure is suitable for both men and women who want a fresher, younger-looking eye area. Often the treatment is combined with other anti-aging treatments such as a brow lift or forehead lines for a harmonious overall result.
The treatment begins with a consultation in which the specialist analyzes the crow's feet and surrounding muscles. Then, small amounts of botulinum toxin are injected into the specific muscles around the eyes. This relaxes the muscle contractions that cause wrinkles without making your facial expression unnatural. The session usually takes 10-20 minutes and is virtually painless.
The treatment is suitable for adults who:
We never treat during pregnancy or breastfeeding. People with muscle or nerve disorders are advised to seek medical advice first.
Usually no to minimal recovery time; slight redness or bruising may be visible for a few days, but is easy to conceal.
The effect usually starts within a few hours to 3 days and lasts an average of 3-4 months. Regular treatments can keep the smoothing effect visible longer because the muscles remain less active.
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Crow's feet go deeper than surface lines. Every time you smile, squint, or convey emotion, the orbicularis oculi muscle contracts thousands of times. With each contraction, the skin folds, and eventually collagen and elastin fibers weaken. Dynamic wrinkles appear first, visible with muscle movement but smoothing at rest. Left untreated, they can evolve into static lines that persist even without expression.
Botulinum toxin (Botox) temporarily blocks nerve signals to the muscle. As the muscle relaxes, the overlying skin stops creasing and can repair itself. Dynamic crow’s feet respond particularly well; static lines also soften, though they may not vanish entirely. Precision dosing is key: tiny, targeted amounts keep your gaze and smile fully natural. Your eyes remain expressive, but the fine lines around them become noticeably smoother.
In sun-damaged or mature skin, the structure itself needs support. That’s why I often combine Botox with biostimulating agents like skinboosters. They boost hydration and collagen from within, reinforcing the skin’s foundation. By addressing both the muscle and the supporting tissue, you achieve a fresher, more natural rejuvenation than with Botox alone.
Botox is a powerful medical tool, yet your daily routines heavily influence how fast crow's feet form or reappear. These recommendations come directly from my consultations.
Smoking and heavy drinking lower blood flow and oxygen delivery to your skin. Stopping smoking can lead to visible improvement in just a few weeks. When you pair these lifestyle habits with your Botox routine, the result remains fresher and more natural for longer.
Practical questions
Every treatment starts with a thorough analysis of your muscle activity to preserve a lively, genuine look.
Precision micro-dosing softens crow’s feet without affecting surrounding muscles or your overall expression.
The injections take just a few minutes and you can resume your day straight away, with no visible trace.
You’ll see a smoother eye area within days, enjoying refreshed, natural-looking results for three to four months.
Book a personal consultation at Clinique Dermatologie Gent and experience the difference of a doctor’s precision.
