10 Products That Actually Help Fade Crow’s Feet

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Lines and wrinkles around your eyes, especially of the crow’s feet variety, can rapidly age your face. Of course, in-office treatments are what come most recommended by doctors for a significant reduction in crow’s feet, but don’t underestimate the power of a good product. We searched high and low for formulas that actually help prevent or reduce stubborn crow’s feet, and asked an expert which ingredients pack the biggest punch.

How to prevent crow’s feet

“The best treatment for crow’s feet is prevention. Lifestyle habits such as a healthy diet, avoiding smoking and sun are critical in preventing crow’s feet,” says Woodbury, NY oculoplastic surgeon David Schlessinger, MD. “The use of a good sunscreen with a mechanical block, such as zinc oxide and titanium oxide, prevents the damaging effects that UV rays have on the collagen of the thin skin surrounding the eyelids.” He notes that neuromodulators are great for helping prevent the formation of crow’s feet by reducing the effect squinting and blinking have on the formation of the lines.

Can products really help prevent or reduce crow’s feet?

If you’re skeptical about the power of products, take this expert’s word for it. “The proper use of products can boost collagen and be very effective at reducing and preventing crow’s feet,” says Dr. Schlessinger. However, he notes that they’re even more effective when used in conjunction with more aggressive treatments like lasers and radio-frequency microneedling.

The ingredients to look for in products for crow’s feet

Retinol is often the gold standard ingredient for anti-aging, and eye products are no different. Dr. Schlessinger says retinols are effective at turning over cells and stimulating new collagen and elastin growth, which can help with crow’s feet. Additionally, “Peptides are effective and work by signaling the skin cells to produce new collagen and elastin, effectively reducing crow’s feet,” says Dr. Schlessinger. He notes that “Peptides are even more effective when they are microneedled into the skin for more effective penetration.”

“Antioxidants such as vitamin C help to prevent crow’s feet by binding to free radicals that damage the skin. Hyaluronic acid hydrates and plumps the skin to reduce the appearance of crow’s feet. Niacinamide helps to strengthen the skin barrier,” says Dr. Schlessinger.

Products for fading crow’s feet

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“Alastin Restorative has peptides that help remove dead and dying collagen and signals the skin to produce new collagen and elastin,” says Dr. Schlessinger, who recommends this eye cream. It’s beloved for the moisture surge it provides to the eye area and its ability to soften crow’s feet and fine lines.

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We love a cooling metal tip for an instant bit of depuffing and refreshing, but that’s just the beginning of this serum’s benefits. After just one week of use, 87 percent agreed their crow’s feet wrinkles were softened. The formula is packed with eye-area-specific peptides to tackle sagging lids, under-eye bags and dehydration, along with crow’s feet.

Paula's Choice Paula's Choice Pro-Collagen Peptide Firming Eye Gel Serum

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Dr. Schlessinger recommends this vitamin C-packed formula. It’s a great all-in-one solution as it helps address crow’s feet, fine lines and wrinkles as well as dark circles. It’s also remarkably gentle, so you don’t have to worry about any residual irritation.

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This current number two best-selling eye cream on Amazon is clinically proven to address the three major eye area concerns—fine lines, dark circles and puffiness. It’s shown to visibly reduce lines and crow’s feet within 12 weeks of use.

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Clinical testing found that wrinkle depth, length and width were reduced on average by over 70 percent within 12 weeks of using this eye cream. In addition to the wrinkle-reducing powers, the formula is also super hydrating. “I have noticed my crow’s feet are really starting to fade! My favorite part of this eye cream, though, is how hydrated it keeps my eye area. I could skip days and I would still feel and look hydrated, but I won’t,” writes one reviewer.

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This comprehensive eye cream is clinically proven to reduce signs of aging, including eyelid drooping, crepiness and crow’s feet. It’s also a great formula to use post-procedure, once skin has healed, to help maintain results.

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Fresh’s iconic Black Tea line is widely beloved, and the eye cream recently got a reformulation refresh. After eight weeks of using the cream, users reported their crow’s feet to be eight times smoother and their overall eye area firmer.

fresh Black Tea Anti-Aging Eye Cream with Retinol-Alternative BT Matrix

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This recently re-engineered eye cream from Clarins is an all-in-one anti-aging go-to for wrinkles, crow’s feet, dark circles and puffiness. It smooths and plumps the eye contour while minimizing wrinkles, including crow’s feet and glabellar lines. The formula offers a visible lift in 30 seconds as well as long-term benefits, with users of three weeks boasting a 13 percent reduction in wrinkles.

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Not trying to break the bank to get rid of your crow’s feet? The Ordinary’s peptide-packed serum is a great option. Reviewers applaud the quick results, especially when using it on early signs of crow’s feet.

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A Jennifer Garner standby, this retinol-infused eye cream means business when it comes to smoothing lines and wrinkles. It’s known for its ability to fade stubborn crow’s feet.