Why do we get wrinkles around the eyes?

Wrinkles appear around your eyes naturally as you age due to facial movements such as smiling and laughing. As you age you make less collagen and elastin which can lead to hooded eyelids and ultimately make you look older than you are. This can be exacerbated with unhealthy life choices that can contribute to premature ageing.

What contributes to premature ageing?

  • Facial movement – You spend a lot of your life smiling and using your facial muscles to create facial expression. Over many years of doing this your muscles start to tighten and this is what leads to wrinkles being visible on the surface of the skin

  • Sun exposure – UVA rays in the sun contribute to premature ageing resulting in lines and wrinkles, UVB rays cause pigmentation and age spots

  • Smoking – This is one of the most damaging things you can do to your skin, as smoking starves your cells of vital oxygen needed for normal function

  • Pollution – A build up of pollution on the skin can cause pores to clog and result in skin damage

  • Drinking alcohol – Alcohol has been found to reduce the skin’s ability to form elastin fibres

  • Diet – Eating fast food and high sugar diets affect skin health and slows skin renewal processes

  • Makeup – Wearing thick make up that doesn’t let your skin breath slows down skin cycles

  • Not using the right products; – Using high street moisturiser and not regularly cleaning or exfoliating the skin will disrupt skins natural function

Every skin is different and can be influenced by many factors so we would always recommend an initial consultation where a full skin analysis will be performed to determine the correct treatment plan to fit your goals, budget and lifestyle.

All of our treatments are results driven and clinically proven to make sure you get the skin that you deserve.

With over 20 years combined experience in the Aesthetic industry, we have seen all severities of eye wrinkles and have equipped ourselves with the right tools to manage most conditions. We are considered the best skin clinic in Kenilworth and one of the best skin clinics in Warwickshire so you can be rest assured that you are in safe hands.

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We understand that there are a lot of treatments available and it can be hard to know what is right for your skin. That’s why we offer face to face or video call consultations to discuss your skin concerns and make a bespoke treatment plan based around your goals and budget.

eTwo Sublative is the innovative way to resurface the skin using fractionated Radio-frequency. It smooths out wrinkles and crepey skin on the face, eyes and body while the heat element creates a tightening effect. It is safe for all skin types with minimal risk or downtime.

Eye wrinkles (Crow's Feet) FAQs

  • Botox – Smooth out wrinkles caused by repetitive muscle contractions that happen when you make facial expressions
  • Chemical peels – Can help to soften the appearance of crow’s feet but higher strength peels can not be used directly under the eyes
  • Dermal fillers – Use hyaluronic acid to plump out very deep wrinkles
  • Laser resurfacing – Stimulates your bodies natural collagen production to resurface and smooth the area while simultaneously tightening the skin
  • Cosmeceutical skincare – At home skin solutions such as Radara and cosmeceutical grade eye creams can help to reduce the appearance of relaxed lines/wrinkles

Wrinkles appear around your eyes naturally as you age due to facial movements such as smiling and laughing. As you age you make less collagen and elastin which can lead to hooded eyelids and ultimately make you look older than you are. This can be exacerbated with unhealthy life choices that can contribute to premature ageing.

You may first notice crow’s feet when you’re in your late 20s to early 30s. Depending on your skin care routine, genetics and lifestyle you may not see them until you’re in your 40s. Prevention such as using daily SPF and high quality eye creams are key to slowing the development of crow’s feet and other fine lines.

Static wrinkles may worsen with muscle contraction (such as when you smile), but they are visible even when the face is at rest. Treatment options are available no matter which type of crow’s feet you have, we would recommend booking a consultation where you can have a full skin analysis to determine the best treatment option for your specific goals, budget and lifestyle.

  • Botox – Smooth out wrinkles caused by repetitive muscle contractions that happen when you make facial expressions
  • Chemical peels – Can help to soften the appearance of crow’s feet but higher strength peels can not be used directly under the eyes
  • Dermal fillers – Use hyaluronic acid to plump out very deep wrinkles
  • Laser resurfacing – Stimulates your body’s natural collagen production to resurface and smooth the area while simultaneously tightening the skin
  • Cosmeceutical skincare – At home skin solutions such as Radara and cosmeceutical grade eye creams can help to reduce the appearance of relaxed lines/wrinkles
  • Botox – Smooth out wrinkles caused by repetitive muscle contractions that happen when you make facial expressions
  • Chemical peels – Can help to soften the appearance of crow’s feet but higher strength peels can not be used directly under the eyes
  • Dermal fillers – Use hyaluronic acid to plump out very deep wrinkles
  • Laser resurfacing – Stimulates your body’s natural collagen production to resurface and smooth the area while simultaneously tightening the skin
  • Cosmeceutical skincare – At home skin solutions such as Radara and cosmeceutical grade eye creams can help to reduce the appearance of relaxed lines/wrinkles

Cosmeceutical skincare such as Radara and cosmeceutical grade eye creams can help to reduce the appearance of relaxed lines/wrinkles. Using high street eye creams will generally not result in seeing any visible difference.

Laser resurfacing procedures such as eTwo sublative are the best treatment choice to tighten eye wrinkles. The treatment stimulates your body’s natural collagen production to resurface and smooth the area while simultaneously tightening the skin.

Wrinkles appear around your eyes naturally as you age due to facial movements such as smiling and laughing. As you age you make less collagen and elastin which can lead to hooded eyelids and ultimately make you look older than you are. This can be exacerbated with unhealthy life choices that can contribute to premature ageing.

NO! Vaseline is just used to lock in moisture, it will not treat eye wrinkles. With continued use it can lead to a build up of vaseline being collected in sacks under the skin which would then need to be surgically removed. We would never advise anyone to apply vaseline around their eyes or onto their skin.

  • Do use a high quality, broad spectrum SPF 50 daily to prevent sun damage and premature ageing
  • Do wear sunglasses when in sunlight to avoid squinting and making wrinkles worse
  • Do use cosmeceutical grade eye creams from your 20’s
  • Don’t smoke
  • Don’t use sun beds
  • Don’t use high street skincare

Genetics can play a role in the timing and severity of your wrinkles. Sun exposure, poor diet, stress, and smoking can also increase the risk of premature skin ageing.

While drinking is essential for your overall health, including skin health, there is no definitive research supporting the claim that drinking water will treat wrinkles.

Crow’s feet (also known as laugh lines) are small lines and wrinkles at the outer corner of your eye.

  • Use a high quality, broad spectrum SPF 50 daily to prevent sun damage and premature ageing
  • Wear sunglasses when in sunlight to avoid squinting and making wrinkles worse
  • Use cosmeceutical grade eye creams from your 20’s, avoid high street skincare
    Avoid smoke and using sun beds

Prices will vary based upon your location, the quality of the machine being used and the experience of your practitioner. Head to our price list to see pricing of our eTwo sublative treatment which is the most commonly recommended treatments for wrinkles around the eyes.