Eye-area care at Skin Space in Massapequa
Keep the smile, soften the lines: crow's feet treatment in Massapequa
Lines that fan out from the corners of your eyes every time you smile, and that have started to linger after the smile fades. At Skin Space in Massapequa, we help clients across Long Island soften crow's feet with gentle, eye-safe treatments that keep your smile looking warm and natural.
Also known as eye wrinkles, laugh lines around the eyes, smile lines and lateral canthal lines.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Jimenez, Medical Director. Last reviewed September 2026.
What crow's feet are
Lines earned from years of smiling.
Crow's feet are the lines that spread out from the outer corners of your eyes. They form where the circular muscle around the eye contracts each time you smile, laugh or squint, folding the skin into a fan of creases.
The skin around the eyes is some of the thinnest on the body, with fewer oil glands and less support underneath, so lines show up here earlier than on most of the face. The aim of treatment isn't to erase expression. It's to soften the lines so your eyes look rested while your smile still reaches them.
Smile lines
Lines that appear only when you smile or squint. These respond well to wrinkle relaxers.
Lines at rest
Creases that stay visible after the smile fades, usually from years of movement and collagen loss.
Crepey texture
Fine, crinkly skin around the outer eye from sun damage and thinning skin.
Lines and crepiness directly under the eyes are covered in under-eye fine lines, and the overall worn-out look in tired-looking eyes. For lines across the forehead, see forehead lines.
What causes it
Smiling, squinting and very thin skin.
Crow's feet form from a combination of constant movement and the delicate nature of the skin around the eyes.
- Smiling and laughing, which crease the outer eye area many times a day.
- Squinting, especially in bright sun or when reading without glasses.
- Thin skin, since the eye area has less collagen and fewer oil glands than the rest of the face.
- Sun damage, which breaks down collagen in this unprotected, often-missed area.
- Collagen loss with age, which makes lines linger after movement stops.
- Rubbing your eyes, which stretches the delicate skin over time.
Crow's feet treatments at Skin Space
Your Skin Space provider will choose eye-safe treatments based on whether your lines come from movement, texture or both.
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Wrinkle Relaxers
Small injections at the outer corners of the eyes that soften the muscle's pull, so crow's feet relax while your smile stays natural. Placement is precise to keep the eye area looking open.
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Microcurrent Eye and Lip
Gentle, low-level electrical current applied around the eyes to stimulate the muscles and skin, for a lifted, smoother look with no needles.
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Nanoneedling
A gentle, surface-level needling treatment that improves texture and helps serums absorb, making it suitable for the delicate skin around the eyes.
Also used alongside these
- MicroneedlingBuilds collagen for deeper, etched-in lines at the outer corners of the eyes.
- PRXA no-needle treatment that improves firmness and skin quality around the eyes.
What to expect at Skin Space
From your first visit in Massapequa to brighter-looking eyes.
Consultation
We look at your crow's feet while you smile and at rest, check the skin texture around your eyes, and ask about dry eye or other eye concerns.
Your plan
Your provider recommends wrinkle relaxers, a skin treatment or a combination, based on what's causing your lines.
Treatment
Wrinkle relaxers take just a few minutes. Microcurrent and nanoneedling are often added to a facial.
Maintenance
Most clients keep results with wrinkle relaxers every three to four months and periodic skin treatments.
Caring for the skin around your eyes
Gentle care for delicate skin.
- Wear sunglasses outdoors, ideally large, UV-protective frames that cover the outer eye area.
- Bring sunscreen up to the eye area. It's one of the most commonly missed spots. Mineral formulas tend to sting less.
- Use a dedicated eye cream to keep the area hydrated, and pat it on rather than rubbing.
- Introduce a gentle retinoid for the eye area slowly, if your provider recommends one.
- Don't rub your eyes, especially when removing makeup.
- Protect your skin year-round on Long Island. Summer sun at the beach and on the water is the biggest driver of early lines, and winter wind and dry indoor heat dehydrate skin and make lines more visible. Adjust your routine with the seasons.
When to check with your doctor
The eye area needs extra care.
Tell your provider or check with your doctor if you:
- Are pregnant or breastfeeding, since wrinkle relaxers aren't recommended
- Have dry eye, recent eye surgery or an eye condition
- Have a neuromuscular condition or take medications that affect muscles or nerves
- Notice blurred or double vision, a drooping eyelid or new dry, irritated eyes after treatment
Get medical care right away for sudden vision changes. Every Skin Space consultation includes a review of your health history so we can choose treatments that are safe for you.
Common questions
Will treating crow's feet change my smile?
Not with careful dosing. The goal is softer lines at the corners of the eyes, while your smile still reaches your eyes and looks natural.
How long do results last?
Wrinkle relaxers for crow's feet typically last about three to four months. Skin treatments like nanoneedling improve texture gradually over a series.
Is there a no-needle option for crow's feet?
Yes. Microcurrent is a no-needle treatment, and PRX can improve skin quality around the eyes. Good sun protection and an eye cream help too.
Can crow's feet and under-eye lines be treated together?
Often, yes. Your provider may combine wrinkle relaxers for crow's feet with a skin treatment for crepiness under the eyes.
Does it hurt?
Most people feel a quick pinch with each injection. Microcurrent and nanoneedling are very comfortable.
Where can I get crow's feet treated near Massapequa?
Skin Space is a med spa in Massapequa, NY, serving clients from across Long Island. Every plan starts with a consultation so we can see how your eyes move when you smile.
Reviewed by Dr. Jimenez
Medical Director at Skin Space in Massapequa, NY. This page was reviewed for medical accuracy in September 2026.
