Anti Aging
Notice the lines around the
outer corners of your eyes which get prominent as you squint them? These are
called crow’s feet. They usually appear as we enter our 30s and get prominent
as we age but can appear sooner or later depending on one’s skincare regimen
and lifestyle habits. But if you feel they are more noticeable than ever, then
here are a few ways you can reduce their appearance.
What Causes Crow's Feet?
Another reason for the appearance of crow’s feet is that the skin around the eyes is very thin and delicate. Certain creams can come in handy to reduce their appearance. Eye gels are your best bet as they contain ingredients which will suit the delicate area. An eye gel with collagen that produces peptides is a good option. But remember, it will take time to see results so be patient.
How to Treat Crow's Feet: Anti Aging
The best way to treat crow’s
feet is to take Botox injections. Adequate doses will soften the
lines and give a natural look.
Botax
Botox is botulinum toxin
which is purified and sterile and is safe to use. It can be used for medical as
well as cosmetic purposes. Cosmetically, it is used to
lighten wrinkles and tighten the jaw line.
‘Never opt for large units of
Botox else you will lose your expressions, albeit for 4 months. There is no
downtime and no side-effect if injected by a well-trained dermatologist,’ adds
Dr Sharad.
‘Microneedling with
dermaroller or fractional laser treatment are other options to
reduce crow’s feet. However, you may get a 30 to 40% improvement as opposed to
a 100% improvement with Botox. Secondly, there is a downtime of 2 to 3 days
with these treatments,’ she says.
Dermaroller
In a dermaroller treatment, a
roller with tiny needles is rolled across the face after the skin has been
numbed with a cream. This induces new collagen in the skin.
Laser
Lasers help cause injury as
part of the treatment and this helps newer, better skin to regenerate and
induce collagen. Fractional laser treatment works on the same principle but multiple
sessions may be required.
Face Yoga
Face yoga is another way
to make sure that those lines are diminished. Danielle Collins, a leading
face yoga expert recommends practising the ‘V’ exercise. To do this, put both
your middle fingers together between your eyebrows then apply pressure to the
outer corners of your eyes with your index fingers. Look up and start to move
the lower eyelids upwards, making a strong squint. Then relax and repeat six
more times. To finish, squeeze your eyes shut for 10 seconds then relax.
Sunscreen Moisturizer
The best thing is to start
taking care of your skin from the time you are in your teens. Sunscreen,
moisturiser, eye cream are mandatory when it comes to skincare. Avoid smoking
as nicotine causes early wrinkles and is a big cause for crow’s feet, advises
Dr Sharad.
Tips & Precautions
Insufficient sleep and making
too many facial expressions can also be a cause of early appearance of crow’s
feet. A simple home remedy to keep these at bay is to apply a bit of avocado
oil or cream on the area every day as it is known for keeping anti-ageing signs
such as crow’s feet at bay. Make sure you have a healthy lifestyle and eating
habits to delay these ageing signs and look younger for the longest time.
