Xeomin botulinum toxin
Relaxes the squinting muscle to soften dynamic lines while keeping a natural, warm smile.
Wrinkles & Volume Loss
Crow's Feet Treatment in Gangnam, Seoul
Gentle care for the delicate lines around the eyes at Nest Clinic — our women doctors combine botulinum toxin with fine, soft fillers and skin boosters only where they are needed, so your smile stays warm and natural.
15–20 min
treatment, minimal downtime
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Are fillers or Botox better for crow's feet?
For most people, botulinum toxin is the first-line treatment for crow's feet, because the lines are caused by the orbicularis oculi muscle squinting and smiling. Results appear in 3–7 days and last around 3–4 months. Fine, soft hyaluronic acid filler or skin boosters are added when lines remain etched at rest or the skin is thin and crepey. Many patients benefit from both. Results vary between individuals.
- Sessions
- Usually 1, with review at 2 weeks
- Interval
- Toxin every 3–4 months
- Downtime
- Minimal — small bumps or bruising
- Treatment time
- About 15–20 minutes
- Results last
- Toxin 3–4 months; soft filler 6–9 months
- Reversibility
- HA filler can be dissolved if needed
Understanding crow's feet
Lines that come with smiling
Crow's feet are the fan of lines at the outer corners of the eyes. They form as the circular muscle around the eye contracts when we smile or squint, while the skin here is thin and loses collagen and hydration with age and sun exposure.
Early crow's feet appear only with expression; over time they can remain at rest. They often sit alongside under-eye wrinkles and general fine lines, so we plan the whole eye area together.
Signs you may benefit
- Lines at the outer eye when smiling
- Creases that remain visible at rest
- Crepey, thin skin beside the eyes
- Make-up settling into lines
- Lines deepened by squinting or sun exposure
Our approach
Relax, smooth and strengthen
The eye area is delicate, so we use the lightest effective combination and conservative amounts.
Fine soft filler
A very soft hyaluronic acid filler such as Belotero, placed superficially in tiny amounts, smooths etched lines at rest.
Skinvive
Micro-droplet hyaluronic acid improves hydration and smoothness of crepey skin — see our Skinvive page.
Rejuran
Polynucleotide injections support repair and elasticity of thin skin around the eyes.
Thermage FLX eyes
Radiofrequency designed for the eye area gently tightens the skin over several months.
What to expect
Softer lines, natural smile
Drag the handle to compare. Lines soften within days as the muscle relaxes, and skin quality continues to improve with boosters.
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Before
After 2 wks
Illustration for explanation only — not a patient photograph. Individual results vary; real case photos are shown during your consultation.
Is it right for you?
Good candidates
- Lines at the outer eye when smiling or squinting
- Early static lines that remain at rest
- Thin or crepey skin around the eyes
- Visitors who need minimal downtime
- People combining with forehead or frown line treatment
Safety first
Possible side effects
Small injection marks, mild swelling and bruising are common because the skin here is thin and well supplied with small vessels. Uncommon effects include a temporary change to your smile, asymmetry, small visible lumps or a bluish tint if filler sits too superficially. We use fine needles, tiny volumes, soft fillers suited to thin skin and careful injection depth, and keep hyaluronidase available to dissolve hyaluronic acid filler.
We do not inject during pregnancy or breastfeeding, over active infection, or for people with certain neuromuscular conditions.
Your visit
How treatment works at Nest Clinic
Consultation
Your doctor checks whether lines are dynamic or static.
Plan
Toxin, soft filler or boosters chosen for your skin.
Numbing
Topical cream for comfort.
Treatment
Fine-needle injections, about 15–20 minutes.
Review
Check at 2 weeks, in clinic or by photo.
Medical reviewer · Chief Medical Doctor
Dr. Kyung-yeon Lee
Dr. Lee trained at Seoul National University College of Medicine (M.S.) and completed residency at Seoul National University Hospital. Before joining Nest Clinic she was director at VS Line Clinic in Apgujeong. Nest Clinic is led entirely by women doctors, with one-to-one consultations rather than high-volume treatment.
Seoul National Univ. College of Medicine
Korean Society for Aesthetic Laser Surgery
Korean Academy of Facial Filler
Key Doctor · Jetema e.p.t.q.
This page was medically reviewed by Dr. Kyung-yeon Lee in October 2026. It is for general information and does not replace an in-person diagnosis.
FAQ
Crow's Feet Fillers questions, answered
Do I need filler, or is Botox enough?
Most crow's feet respond well to botulinum toxin alone. Filler or skin boosters are added only when lines are still visible at rest or the skin is thin.
Will it change my smile?
With conservative dosing your smile stays natural. We avoid over-relaxing the area so your eyes still crinkle softly when you laugh.
Is there bruising around the eyes?
Small bruises can occur and usually fade within a week; they are easy to cover with concealer. Avoiding blood-thinning supplements beforehand helps.
Can I fly home the next day?
Yes. Flying is generally fine after toxin or skin boosters. After filler we prefer 24–48 hours so we can check you before departure.
How long do results last?
Toxin usually lasts around 3–4 months, soft filler around 6–9 months, and skin boosters around 6 months. Results vary between patients.
Can I treat other areas too?
Many patients combine crow's feet with forehead lines
and frown lines
in a single visit.
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Consultation
Refresh your eye area
Send a photo on WhatsApp for a first opinion in English, then book a consultation with our doctors.
Nest Clinic Gangnam · 4F–5F Seocho Building, 453 Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul
Sinnonhyeon Station Exit 7 · Gangnam Station Exit 10
Mon–Fri 10:00–20:00 · Sat 10:00–17:00 · Sun closed
Results differ from person to person. All medical procedures carry potential risks and side effects; a doctor will explain them before treatment. Information on this page is educational and not a substitute for a personal medical consultation.
