Is it safe for a 72 year old to get a chemical peel?

Fortunately, your age is not a limiting factor for chemical peel. There are several risk factors depending on the type of peel used, therefore a history and physical examination performed by your provider is advised.

Chemical peels are offered in a wide range of strengths from a light peel for sensitive skin to a more intense chemical peel such as a medium depth peel. These peels can be offered with most licensed providers. The down time for these peels range from a few days up to a week. It is up to the provider to check for any contraindications prior to procedure. It is always best to be seen in person and have your skin evaluated by a professional.

Yes - generally speaking, chemical peels are relatively safe for even mature skin. Consult with a dermatologist. Best, Dr. Emer

At 72, you would still potentially be a candidate for a peel. I would suggest you see a dermatologist for a formal evaluation where you can review your health history and any medications or issues that may prevent you from receiving this treatment.

Hi, thank you for your question! Yes, it is safe for you to have a chemical peel done. I would recommend having an in person consultation with a certified provider.

Yes, it is safe to get a chemical peel at any age really! You want make sure the type of peel you are getting is safe for your skin type, but age shouldn't be a factor when getting a chemical peel.

Yes, barring some medical contraindications, chemical peels are quite safe when done by an experienced practitioner. At your age, these are usually done to reduce wrinkles. For this, because the peel has such a long recovery, I generally put my patients on tretinoin (Retin-A), do micro needling, and inject the worse wrinkles. See an expert in skin rejuvenation.