Skin Conditions
Crow's Feet in Northampton
Lines fanning out from the corners of the eyes are one of the first things people from Wellingborough, Market Harborough and Northampton ask us about — often once they notice the lines are visible even when the face is at rest.
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Lines at the Corners of the Eyes
Crow's feet are the fine lines that fan out from the outer corners of the eyes — caused by the repeated contraction of the orbicularis oculi muscle when we smile, squint or laugh. They are among the earliest dynamic lines to appear, partly because the skin around the eye is the thinnest on the face and has relatively little supporting structure beneath it.
For many patients crow's feet are a natural and accepted part of expression — the lines that appear when smiling are not a concern. What prompts treatment is when the lines become visible at rest, when they deepen significantly, or when they contribute to an overall tired or aged appearance around the eye area.
As skin loses collagen and elasticity with age, crow's feet become more established. The texture around the eye area becomes crepey, fine lines multiply, and the area as a whole can look hollowed or tired. Treatment is most effective when it addresses both the muscle activity driving dynamic lines and the skin quality that determines how those lines appear.
Treatments to Consider
Anti-Wrinkle Injections are the primary treatment for crow's feet — precise, low doses relax the orbicularis oculi muscle, significantly softening or eliminating dynamic lines at the outer eye, performed by Dr John Tanqueray and Hannah Moor.
Tixel® is uniquely suited to the periorbital area — safe to use very close to the eye, it improves skin quality, crepiness and fine lines around and beneath the eye in a way that most other resurfacing technologies cannot, led by Jenna Johnston and Hannah Moor.
Skin Boosters, Microneedling and Professional Skincare can all support results between sessions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will anti-wrinkle injections stop me smiling normally?
No — we use precise, low doses aimed at softening the lines rather than freezing the muscle, so natural expression is preserved.
How long do results last?
Typically three to four months, after which the lines gradually return and a repeat treatment can be booked.
Can crow's feet be treated without injections?
Tixel® and skin-quality treatments can meaningfully improve the skin's crepiness and texture, though injections remain the most effective option for the dynamic lines themselves.
Is treatment safe this close to the eye?
Yes — it's one of the most commonly treated areas, performed with precise technique by our clinical team.
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