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Crow’s feet are a common problem in the skin around your eyes. These small lines and wrinkles are commonly associated with aging as the skin loses some elasticity. While not all people will experience crow’s feet, there are some methods to reduce their appearance. Wearing glasses can help minimize crow’s feet in some patients.
What Causes Crows Feet?
The development of crow’s feet or other wrinkles will depend on a number of factors. Here are some of the most common factors that cause wrinkles to develop.
- Sun Exposure: The UV rays can cause the breakdown of collagen and elastin which keeps our skin looking youthful. High sun exposure will accelerate the skin aging process.
- Aging: Natural aging will cause our skin to lose proteins needed to keep skin firm. Even if you use other methods to help reduce aging effects, our bodies will eventually lose elasticity.
- Facial Expressions: Repeated facial movements like smiling, squinting, frowning, or other facial expressions can speed up the dynamic wrinkles around our faces. Smile lines, forehead wrinkles, and crow’s feet all form this way.
- Genetics: Some people are more prone to prominent wrinkles because of their genetics. Your DNA or health conditions can make wrinkles form faster.
How Glasses Help
Wearing prescription glasses or sunglasses won’t eliminate the likelihood of crow’s feet, it can reduce their appearance and keep your skin healthy. Below are a few ways to use your glasses as a way to reduce wrinkles.
Reduce Squinting
Wearing the right glasses can help you have clearer vision which will limit squinting. Squinting or half-closed eyes can speed up the process of crow’s feet and deepen the lines around your eyes. This is why having regular eye exams is important to help keep your eyes from straining. Annual eye exams will help you catch problems with your glasses and keep your prescription up to date.
UV Protection
Wearing prescription glasses and sunglasses will limit how much sun exposure your eyes receive. Proper glasses will help block harmful rays as well as prevent eye strain.
Protecting the skin around your eyes with sunscreen will also help limit crow’s feet. Glasses will only cover a small portion of your face, so keeping your skin protected with SPF-30 or higher will reduce the appearance of crow’s feet. Wearing sunscreen, even on cloudy days, and proper glasses will limit skin damage of all different types.
Protection Against Environmental Factors
The physical barrier of glasses can help protect your eyes from pollutants and dirt. These environmental pollutants can cause skin irritation and small amounts of damage that build up over time. Wind, dust, pollen, and other small particles can lead to wrinkles in the future.
Choose The Right Lenses
Choosing the right glasses is important to limit eye strain, improper facial expressions, and environmental protection. Choosing the right size and lens type is the best way to ensure that you get all the benefits of your glasses.
With multiple options for frames and lenses, you can get a pair that protects more of your face or glasses that also provide UV protection. Polarized lenses, wraparound styles, and darkening lenses are all good options for those worried about crow’s feet.
Additional Ways To Prevent Crow’s Feet
In addition to finding the right glasses, there are other ways to limit crow’s feet. Eliminating wrinkles completely will not be possible with these methods, but it can help keep your skin looking youthful.
- Wear sunscreen daily, or in broad daylight
- Moisturize around your eyes and mouth
- Eat a healthy diet
- Get enough antioxidants
- Drink extra water
- Use an anti-aging eye cream
- Get adequate sleep
- Avoid excessively rubbing your eyes
- Avoid stretching the skin or pulling at your eyes
Glasses, Contacts, And Sunglasses From Wolcott Optical
Wolcott Optical offers multiple frame options and lens options to help customers obtain the best glasses for their unique needs. From glasses to contacts, our team can help you find an option that will limit eye strain and give you clearer vision.
Wolcott Optical in Millcreek has been a family business for multiple generations and helps our community have access to great eyewear. We carry popular brands and affordable options to help all types of people. Each member of our team works to help you find the best materials, and lens types, and match your prescription every time. Whether you are getting your first pair of glasses or want to upgrade to a more durable option, Wolcott Optical can help.
