Is Retin-A Going to Help with my Crow Feet?

Long-term use of topical tretinoin (RetinA) will improve fine lines and wrinkles as it helps to build collagen in the skin. I recommend it to all my patients who can tolerate it.  If you are noticing the lines around your eyes when you laugh, these wrinkles are likely more dynamic (secondary to muscle movement) in nature.  Therefore, they may benefit as well from an injectable neurotoxin such as Botox or Dysport. I recommend you consult a local, well-trained, board-certified dermatologist or facial plastic surgeon for consultation of treatment options for these smile lines (crows feet). 

Retin-A helps build collagen in the skin and, in doing so, helps decrease fine lines and wrinkles.  This process is slow, taking months, so be patient.  Wrinkles at the crow's feet are caused also by repeated contraction of muscles when smiling or squinting.  Botox or Dysport can help relax these muscles and will give a more immediate improvement.