Botox for Crow’s Feet

Are you starting to notice crinkly lines show at the corners of your eyes? Do they leave behind a trace even at rest? There’s nothing wrong with embracing your crow’s feet, but if you find it frustrating to see this change in your face, you should know there’s a treatment. 

The simplest solution for crow’s feet is Botox. It’s a quick, minimally invasive injection that relaxes the part of the muscle responsible for wrinkles at the outer corner of the eye. It’s highly effective within one session. 

In this post, you’ll find everything you need to know about treating crow’s feet wrinkles with Botox. 

At a glance: 

• Treatment time: 15-30 minutes
  Results: Significant wrinkle reduction 1-2 weeks after one treatment

• Cost at SEV: $104-$312 per treatment 

• Side effects: Redness and swelling are common 

• Downtime: None

What Are Crow’s Feet? 

Crow’s feet are the fine, small wrinkles that form near the outer corner of the eyes. They start at inner corners and then fan out, a shape reminiscent of bird feet — hence the name. 

At first, they’re only visible when you make facial expressions that cause the muscles around your eyes to contract, like smiling or squinting. 

As you get older, the skin loses the proteins responsible for its elasticity and firmness, so the lines become more prominent. With repetition and collagen loss over time, the wrinkles can eventually remain even when the face is at rest. 

Can Botox Get Rid of Crow’s Feet? 

Yes. Botox is the most effective non-surgical treatment for crow’s feet. It addresses the underlying reason why crow’s feet wrinkles form. 

Botox treats wrinkles by reducing activity in the muscle where it’s injected. 

It blocks acetylcholine, the neurotransmitter responsible for sending contraction signals from the brain to the muscle. This forces the muscle to relax and prevents the contractions that cause dynamic wrinkles to form. 

You will see maximum results about two weeks after a single session.

Since Botox is very targeted, it only affects the area of the muscle where it’s injected. In other words, while it stops crow’s feet from forming, it won’t affect your ability to smile otherwise. 

How Many Units of Botox Do You Need for Crow’s Feet?

To treat crow’s feet, the standard number of Botox units is 8-12 per eye, though some patients may need more while others will be satisfied with less. This comes down to the severity of your crow’s feet and the level of results you want. 

Keep in mind that under-treating your crow’s feet typically means your results will just fade sooner, as studies show that the Botox dose impacts the longevity of results. 

How Long Does Botox on Crows’ Feet Last?

The effects of Botox on crow’s feet usually last for 3 to 4 months. If you’d like to maintain your look at all times, you’ll likely need at least 2 to 4 Botox appointments per year. 

Botox on Crow’s Feet Side Effects

Botox in the crow’s feet is considered to be very safe, and adverse events are not common. It can lead to side effects like tenderness, redness, and swelling. Bruising at the injection site is less common but not unheard of. All of these Botox side effects are mild and quick to disappear within a few days. 

Less common side effects include flu-like symptoms, ptosis (eyelid or brow drooping) or facial asymmetry, allergic reactions at the injection site, and infection or reactivation of conditions like herpes. 

These adverse events are incredibly rare and often the result of issues with the treatment clearance, provider skill, or aftercare. 

If you experience any trouble breathing or vision changes after getting Botox, seek medical care immediately. 

How Much Does Botox for Crow’s Feet Cost?

The average price per unit for Botox can fluctuate from as little as $10 to over $20, with some providers charging by area instead of by the unit. 

Based on that, Botox for crow’s feet can cost anywhere from $80 to upwards of $500, depending on the number of units and how much your clinic charges. 

At SEV, Botox costs $13 per unit, so the price of Botox for crow’s feet typically ranges from $104 to $312, depending on the number of units. 

Botox for Crow’s Feet Before and After

If you’d like to know what kind of results to expect, looking at before and after pictures of Botox for crow’s feet can help. The before and after image below shows client results two weeks after a Botox injection: 

Bottom Line: Is Botox for Crow’s Feet Worth It?

If you’d like to get rid of lines around your eyes and Botox is within your budget, it’s undeniably worth it. There is no other non-surgical treatment that can eliminate crow’s feet as effectively as Botox. It’s quick, targeted, and doesn’t cause any downtime or significant discomfort.

That said, you should go into your Botox experience knowing what to expect — the treatment includes a few quick injections, and results take 1-2 weeks to show up fully. You can expect your crow’s feet to soften for up to 4 months, at which point a touch-up session is recommended. 

It’s important to see a highly trained provider who can understand your anatomy and facial goals before treatment, which is exactly what our nurses at SEV specialize in. If you’re curious to try, go ahead and book an appointment. If you’re new to injections at SEV, make sure to take advantage of our Botox introductory offer!