Tazorac (Retin-A) Ok To Use Prior to Face/necklift?

Retinoids such as Retin-A, Tazarac, Renova, etc, are an important part of any anti-aging skin care regime.  In fact, if you are going to have a laser skin resurfacing procedure or a chemical peel, prior use of these products can actually speed and improve your healing process.  Due to their irritant side effects, however, it is a good idea to stop them at least a week or two before facelift surgery.  Resume use only after several weeks, as skin may be temporarily more sensitive post-operatively. If you have not used them in the past, it is better to wait until after the surgery has fully healed before trying any new skin care regimen.  If any type of resurfacing procedure is done, use of retinoids should not be attempted until all redness has completely resolved.  

A month or two should be sufficient.  Retin A ia an irritant, to the skin but the effects should be diminished after a couple of months.  Might consider not re-starting Retin A after the Face Lift for a couple of months as well.  You should ask your Face Lift Surgeon for his/her specific instructions regarding this matter.