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They say the eyes are the windows to the soul. But as we age, those beautiful, worn windows can begin to make us look older and more fatigued than we feel.
Fine lines, crow's feet, crepey under-eye skin, drooping eyelids, and frown lines between the brows can all contribute to an aging appearance. And because the skin surrounding our eyes is among the thinnest and most delicate on the body, treating this area has traditionally presented unique challenges—particularly without surgery.
We offer advanced technologies and injectable treatments designed to address the most common signs of aging around the delicate eye area. Whether you're bothered by crow's feet, crepey under-eyes, fine lines, eyelid wrinkles, or changes in skin firmness, we're here to help you explore your options.
What Causes Wrinkles and Aging Around the Eyes?
The eye area is often one of the first places we notice visible signs of aging. Over time, declining collagen and elastin, natural facial expressions, sun exposure, and changes in skin elasticity can contribute to:
The good news? Not all of these concerns require surgery. But different types of wrinkles and skin changes call for different treatments.
Tixel® 2 Pro: Advanced Skin Rejuvenation for the Delicate Eye Area
One of the exciting advancements available at La Boussole is Tixel® 2 Pro, an innovative thermal skin resurfacing technology designed to improve skin texture and the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Unlike traditional laser treatments, Tixel uses controlled thermal energy delivered through a specialized treatment tip to stimulate the skin's natural renewal processes.
One of its particularly interesting applications is the treatment of the delicate skin surrounding the eyes.
Tixel may be used to address:
Importantly, Tixel can be used on appropriately selected upper-eyelid skin, an area where many conventional resurfacing treatments have limitations. La Boussole has the required advanced-training needed to legally treat clients near the eyes.
For clients who want to improve the appearance of aging skin around their eyes without undergoing surgery, Tixel may offer an appealing option.
Neurotoxins: Relaxing Crow's Feet and Frown Lines
Not all eye-area wrinkles are caused by changes in skin texture or laxity. Some develop from years of smiling, squinting, frowning, and other natural facial expressions.
These are called dynamic wrinkles, and they often respond well to injectable neurotoxins.
At La Boussole, our experienced nurse injectors offer:
These treatments relax targeted facial muscles to soften the appearance of expression-related lines, particularly:
Crow's Feet: Fine lines that fan outward from the corners of the eyes when smiling or squinting.
Frown Lines (the 11s): Vertical lines between the eyebrows that can create an unintentionally worried, tired, or stern appearance.
Which Eye Wrinkle Treatment Is Right for You?
Here's where La Boussole's comprehensive approach to medical aesthetics makes a difference.
Crepey skin and eyelid wrinkles are not the same as expression-related crow's feet or frown lines. And treating them effectively may require different technologies or a combination of approaches.
You don't have to figure that out on your own. We are honored to serve as you trusted guides to discovering the best version of yourself! We look forward to serving you at the Spa.
About La Boussole Medical Spa & Wellness Center
Discovering your best self begins here. Voted Best Day Spa in Joplin, Southwest Missouri, and the Four State Area—and nationally recognized as a Top 10 Medical Spa—La Boussole is a physician-directed, tranquil destination providing women and men excellence in Medical Aesthetics, Anti-Aging Treatments, Weight Management, Health, and Wellness.
We offer a wide array of Med Spa services for women and men, including IV Infusion Therapy, Award-Winning Weight Management, Botox, Dermal Fillers, PRP Therapies, Body Sculpting and Contouring, Laser and Thermal-Mechanical Action Therapies, Non-Surgical Facelifts, Skin Resurfacing, Massage Therapy, Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (B-HRT), Hair Restoration, Acupuncture, Facials, Peels, Waxing, Lashes, Brows, and more.
We pride ourselves on offering world-class services at Joplin-area pricing. Free consultations.
