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

Thank you for your question. I would stop using Retin-A for 2 weeks before face/neck lift. I would recommend mentioning to your plastic surgeon all your medications that you take or apply on your face. I hope this helps!

If you have been on Retin A for multiple years, then in my practice I would allow you to use it up to the time of surgery, but not afterwards until such time that I feel you are completely healed

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.