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Crow's feet treatment

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Close-up of a woman's brown eye with freckled skin, symbolic image for Treating Crow's Feet at BONITAS in Nuremberg

Crow’s feet – the fine lines at the outer corner of the eye – often appear early. They are part of life, laughter, and facial expressions. And yet, sometimes they feel “too much”. Because they make you look tired. Or older. Or harsher.

At BONITAS you can have crow’s feet gently treated with injections – with the goal of not looking different, but fresher, more alert, and more vibrant. Specialist physician We ensure with sensitivity, experience, and the latest technology that your smile remains – just without shadows.

At a glance: The crow’s feet treatment with Botox smooths the laughter lines at the corner of the eye and gives you a more awake look.

  • Treatment time: 5–10 minutes
  • Method: botulinum toxin type A (orbicularis oculi)
  • Onset of effect: after 3–7 days
  • Duration of effect: 3–4 months
  • Top-up: every 3–6 months
  • Prices: in our price overview

What are crow's feet – and why do they form?

Crow’s feet are fine, radiating wrinkles that form at the outer corners of the eyes when smiling or blinking. With increasing age and decreasing skin elasticity, they become permanently etched – often starting in the mid-30s.

Main Causes:

  • Facial expressions (e.g., smiling, squinting)
  • UV radiation & environmental factors
  • Breakdown of collagen & elastin
  • Lack of moisture & thin skin in the eye area
  • Stress & lifestyle

When is treatment recommended?

  • If you look tired, worn out, or older, even though you feel energetic
  • If your makeup settles into the wrinkles
  • If you perceive your eye area as “hardened” or “unharmonious”
  • If you want to prevent deeper lines

The injection treatment is particularly effective if you desire natural freshness instead of rigid smoothness.

Which methods does BONITAS use?

At BONITAS, we exclusively use proven, minimally invasive aesthetic medicine:

Botulinum (Botox®) – for dynamic crow's feet

  • Relaxes the fine muscles around the eye
  • Prevents “scrunching” during facial expressions
  • Wrinkles are significantly reduced
  • Effect: after 3–5 days, Duration approx. 4–6 months

Hyaluronic acid – for deeper or static wrinkles

  • Plumps up wrinkles from within
  • Improves skin structure & hydration
  • Effective for already “etched” lines
  • Immediately visible effect, Duration approx. 6–12 months

Combination treatments (e.g., Botox + hyaluronic acid) enable particularly harmonious results – We will advise you individually.

The Treatment Process

  • Consultation & analysis of your facial expressions by specialist doctor
  • Selection of the appropriate method (Botox, hyaluronic acid, or combination)
  • Injection with a very fine needle, usually completed in a few minutes
  • Immediately presentable afterwards, without downtime
  • Light cooling upon request – Makeup possible after a few hours

Results & Duration

  • Smoother, more refined eye area
  • An open, fresh look
  • Natural smile is preserved – just without deep wrinkles
  • Repeatable every 4–9 months, depending on product & skin type

The skin appears overall more relaxed, hydrated, and youthful, without your facial expression suffering.

Why BONITAS?

  • Treatment by specialist doctor – not an anonymous injector
  • High-quality genuine products & modern technology
  • Naturalness instead of overcorrection – for genuine freshness
  • Honest consultation & individual dosage
  • Modern Clinic – discreet, personal, stylish

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

For the treatment of crow’s feet – i.e., dynamic wrinkles at the sides of the eyes – Botulinum toxin (Botox) is generally used. It specifically relaxes the small muscles around the eyes that are responsible for wrinkle formation when smiling. The skin visibly smooths without losing the natural smile. The effect sets in after a few days and lasts approximately 3 to 5 months.

The cost of a Botox treatment for crow’s feet depends on the required dosage and the technique used. At BONITAS, we emphasize individual dose adjustment for a natural result – without a one-size-fits-all treatment. You can find our current price list here.

Botulinum toxin is the most effective method for crow’s feet. It treats the cause – overactive facial expressions – directly at the muscle. Unlike creams or superficial applications, it works precisely and sustainably. At BONITAS, we strive for a subtle, fresh result without a mask-like effect through precise technique.

No – with correct dosage and professional application, your natural facial expression will be fully preserved.
At BONITAS we pay special attention to subtle smoothing, ensuring that your smile remains lively and authentic. The goal is not a rigid look, but a fresh, relaxed eye area.

Smiling man with dark hair and beard in white coat against light background: Alejandro Marti, specialist in plastic and aesthetic surgery, BONITAS Nuremberg
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Scientific References

  1. Koh YG, Lee WG et al. „Efficacy and Safety of Needle-Free Microjet Injection Versus Needle Injection of Botulinum Toxin for the Treatment of Crow’s Feet.” Annals of Dermatology. 2024. PubMed PMID 39623611
  2. Carruthers A et al. „Efficacy and safety of onabotulinumtoxinA for the treatment of crows feet lines: a multicenter, randomized, controlled trial.” Dermatologic Surgery. 2014. PubMed PMID 25347451
  3. Beer KR, Julius H et al. „Remodeling of periorbital, temporal, glabellar, and crow’s feet areas with hyaluronic acid and botulinum toxin.” Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology. 2014. PubMed PMID 24910278
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  5. Hui JI, Lee WW. „Efficacy of fresh versus refrigerated botulinum toxin in the treatment of lateral periorbital rhytids.” Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. 2007. PubMed PMID 18030112

Medically reviewed and written by
Specialist in Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery (DE & ES) · Belegarzt (admitting privileges)
More than 1,000 plastic and aesthetic treatments performed, both surgical and minimally invasive. Comes from a family with a long tradition in Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery.
Last reviewed: May 2026