If you're looking to treat crow's feet without Botox or dermal filler, a laser based treatment could help. Due to the heat energy caused during treatment, the laser device helps firm up the skin by stimulating collagen production. But this all depends on the extent of your fine lines and wrinkles. During your no obligation consultation at our London clinic, we'll take a look at the depth and extent of the wrinkles in the surrounding area. Our medical professionals will then recommend the most effective treatment for you, whether that's Botox, dermal filler or laser resurfacing.

Our Botox and dermal filler treatments are only performed by our experienced doctors and nurses, ensuring your treatment is of the highest and safest standard. During your consultation, one of our medical professionals will find the best treatment to address your lines and wrinkles, ensuring you're fully happy with your results. 

Leading our team of experienced medical professionals who perform Botox and dermal fillers, PHI Clinic founder Dr Tapan Patel holds The Aesthetics Award 2023 for Outstanding Achievement in Medical Aesthetics, and is a global trainer for Allergan Aesthetics. Dr Tapan educates doctors and nurses from all over the globe, and this is no exception when it comes to our medical professionals. Every week, our team are updated on regular techniques, and consistent monitoring and mentoring takes place to ensure that all of our patients receive the highest level of care, comfort during treatment, and most importantly effective results.

As we start ageing, the body stops producing collagen (which keeps skin supple and firm) and elastin (which helps skin ‘bounce back’). So when the skin around the eyes constantly moves when we’re expressive, it stops going back to its smooth and plump ways. As well as ageing, the lines and wrinkles in this area can worsen due to sun exposure, poor skin care, smoking, genetics and stress.
 

• Ageing. Crow’s feet are often one of the first signs of ageing as the skin around the eyes is much thinner compared to the rest of the face. Skin around our eyes also doesn’t produce oil like the rest of our skin, making it more delicate, and more likely to become dry and thin. 

• Sun exposure. We all know the dangers of UV exposure and sunburn, but for delicate under-eye skin, it can be even more damaging. Sun exposure can cause pigment producing cells to mature abnormally. Also, exposure to the sun’s rays can cause squinting which contributes to wrinkles and fine lines on the outer corner of the eyes

• A hydrating SPF should always be a part of your skincare routine. Wearing SPF 30 or above can protect your skin from UV exposure and sunburn, which are significant contributors to crow’s feet. Whilst you’re in the sun, wearing sunglasses and a sun hat can also help prevent squinting which can also worsen lines and wrinkles around the eyes. 

• Poor skin care. If under-eye skin is not kept moisturised, the chances of lines appearing deeper and more pronounced increase dramatically. Skincare and intensive skincare treatments can address fine lines and wrinkles around the eye area. Whilst off-the-shelf skincare products are often the go-to, a tailored treatment plan by a skincare specialist could be the right way to go when it comes to preventing fine lines and wrinkles.

• Smoking. Smoking causes blood vessels near the top layer of skin to become narrow, which limits the moisture and nutrients that skin has access to. This can make lines appear darker and deeper. Avoiding smoking is not only really important for your health, but for your skin too.

• Genetics. Wrinkles around the eyes can also be hereditary, generally passed down from father to son and mother to daughter.

• Stress. Fine lines and wrinkles around the eyes can be caused by a whole range of emotions. If you are stressed, your crow’s feet can be worsened.