Keep scrolling to learn more about what causes crow’s feet and how to prevent or minimize their appearance.
Meet the Experts
What Are Crow’s Feet?
When Do Crow’s Feet Start to Appear?
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Generally, crow’s feet begin to develop in your mid-30s.
“Preventative care is key,” Schultz says.
This is the same with your skin.
Case in point: frowning.
This repetitive motion stretches out the delicate skin around your eyes and forehead.
“The ideal way to sleep to avoid wrinkles is on your back using a U-shaped travel pillow.
“Our skin is able to slide more easily and wont get tugged or pulled.”
“If youre afraid of the needle, topicalbotulinum toxinis available in your dermatologists office,” Schultz says.
He adds, “It has the exact same results as the injectable form with no pain.”
But like any treatment, Botox is not without its side effects.
Also, keep in mind that Botox isn’t for everyone.
“In-officeglycolic acid peelsare a great start.
The acid actually works in two to three minutes,” Schultz says.
“Also,laser treatmentsare available.
They work by making your body believe there is a small wound.
The body reacts by building more collagen to heal the wound.”
This also adds volume to the epidermis, helping to smooth lines,” Schultz says.
Use Glycolic Acid and Peptides
Schultz also championschemical exfoliantsand says the gold standard isglycolic acid.
“Under the epidermis is the dermis, where the collagen is formed.
Using glycolic acid to exfoliate helps promote new collagen growth, which also adds volume to the dermis.
This easy step can help smooth out the early lines.”
For deeper lines, a series ofFraxel1550 [laser] treatments would be ideal."
Work with your dermatologist to figure out what treatment works best for you.
