Crow's Feet Not Completely Gone Post-Botox

Hi!
Without a photo it is hard to give you a definitive answer, but usually it's one of three things. One, not enough Botox was used in the area. Two, there is muscle recruitment, meaning there is still some activity in parts of the muscle and they are working extra, creating the lines. Three, you may have a totally immobile muscle but volume loss in the area, which could use a little filler to soften the lines. I usually start with Botox around the eyes and then evaluate the need for more volume when it settles in, about two weeks later. Definitely follow up with your provider and you can get a better answer about what the next step should be. Good luck!

It's not a total surprise that after Botox for crow's feet next to your eyes, you might still see a few fine lines persist, especially if this was your first time getting treated. Botox works by relaxing or preventing muscle contraction. The line smoothing is a secondary side effect. Understanding this helps you understand why it's important to continue regular follow up for Botox treatments to keep the area from re-crinkling, because it's over time that the lines will naturally smooth, when they aren't creased on a daily basis.

If you only do Botox once in a while, you can't expect long term smoothing, since any gain is lost by the re-creasing in the months following.