noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
fine wrinkles; crow's feet
Refers to small, shallow wrinkles, especially around the eyes or mouth. Often used in skincare and beauty contexts.
目元の小じわが気になる。
I'm concerned about the fine wrinkles around my eyes.
このクリームは小じわに効果的だ。
This cream is effective for fine lines.
しわ is a general term for wrinkles, while 小じわ specifically refers to fine, shallow wrinkles.
Compound of 小 (こ, 'small') and しわ ('wrinkle'), with the latter voiced to じわ due to rendaku.