When To Start Botox For Crow’s Feet

Crow’s feet refer to the fine lines that appear around the corners of the eyes. While they’re a natural but visible sign of ageing, for some, these signs of ageing can affect self-confidence considerably. Fortunately, there have been considerable advancements in cosmetic procedures over the last few decades which means that combating these wrinkles for your patients has never been easier. 

One of the most effective solutions for this is anti-wrinkle injections Anti-wrinkle injections are  a minimally invasive procedure that can help to restore a more youthful appearance and reduce the appearance of crow’s feet. But many people are left wondering when is the best time to start using anti-wrinkle injections, such as Botox for crow’s feet. 

Here, we will delve further into what crow’s feet are, how anti-wrinkle injections, like Botox,  can be an effective way to address them, and the factors to consider when treating your patients, including when to start Botox for crow’s feet. 

What Are Crow’s Feet?

Crow’s feet, also sometimes referred to as character or laugh lines, are small wrinkles that form and develop in the outer corner of the eyes. Generally, they’re only small and superficial wrinkles but they are usually a common indicator of ageing skin. 

These small lines are formed due to the repetitive muscle movements we make when we laugh, smile, squint and make any other facial expressions. This is because as we get older, the skin loses collagen and elasticity which makes it more prone to fine, visible lines. 

When To Start Botox For Crow’s Feet

It’s not unusual for crow’s feet to start developing when patients are in their 30s, however this can vary greatly depending on lifestyle, skincare routine, and genetic factors. When patients begin to notice fine lines developing, they may wonder when to start Botox for crow’s feet. It is, however, important to remember that there is no fixed age you have to reach before you can start Botox, or other anti-wrinkle injections such as Azzalure,  to treat this area – every individual has a unique ageing process and prevention is the most effective treatment.

As a very general rule, it is recommended that individuals between their late 20s to early 30s can consider Botox for crow’s feet. Of course, people can start this treatment much later in life if they prefer. However, starting Botox early can prevent existing lines from getting any deeper which can make future treatments more effective.  

There has been an increase in the number of people in their 20s and 30s undergoing Botox for crow’s feet as it has been proven that preventive treatment can reduce further development or deepening of lines and wrinkles. 

Why Botox?

Botox, or botulinum toxin, is a muscle relaxant which, when injected into the facial muscles that have caused crow’s feet, paralyses them temporarily. This prevents any further excessive movement that could cause new lines. The aim of this treatment is to achieve smoother and younger looking skin around the eye area. 

Whilst Botox is a popular choice for anti-wrinkle treatments, there are also a host of other products on the market with impressive effectiveness. Some include: Azzalure, Bocouture, Letybo and Dysport. For a comparison on all our toxins, see our Fox Pharma A-Z Guide To Toxins here.

Factors To Consider

Of course, it is important to provide patients with as much information as possible to ensure that they feel confident in their decision to undergo treatment. Here are a few things we recommend you discuss with them:

Variability in Results

With any kind of anti-wrinkle treatment, results can differ from person to person. Different factors such as lifestyle choices, muscle strength and skin type can influence how well anti-wrinkle injections like Botox works as well as how long the effects of the treatment can last. 

Therefore, it is important to manage your expectations and have an honest discussion with your patient about what results you can expect to see. In some cases, more frequent treatments may be needed by some individuals for them to maintain the results they desire. 

Severity of Crow’s Feet

Another factor that could have an impact on the results you can achieve for your patients from using Botox for crow’s feet is the severity of the lines they have. Crow’s feet vary from each individual and while some may see fine lines develop in their 30s, while others may not notice any significant lines until their 40s. 

Therefore, it is important that you discuss the severity of your patients’ crow’s feet with them, advising on the appropriate timing and treatment approach.

High Quality Products From Fox Pharma

Botox and other toxins can be a safe and effective non-surgical method of treating crow’s feet, as well as many other aesthetic conditions. Its results take effect and disappear gradually, so it is an extremely popular solution among many patients. 

When you buy from Fox Pharma, you can rest assured that you’re receiving the highest quality products for aesthetic practitioners. To find out more about our market-leading range of products and services, don’t hesitate to contact us today!