Cost of Chemical Skin Peels
Looking for smoother, younger-looking skin? Look no further!
You don't have to spend an excessive amount of money on a facelift to look
years younger. Many skin flaws can be reversed with non-invasive surgery such
as chemical peels, microdermabrasion, dermabrasion, and laser peels, which can
deliver mini-facelift effects.
Chemical peels are the most popular skin resurfacing procedure in the cosmetic
surgery industry. In fact, according to a 2003 survey by the American Society
of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, more than 840,000 chemical peels were performed
last year, making the peel the most popular cosmetic procedure performed in
the U.S. This procedure generated an astounding annual gross of $578,118,755,
just in the United States alone. The next most popular were Botox injections
and laser hair removal.
There are different types of chemical peels classified into mild, medium, and
deep treatments. Mild treatments (glycolic acid chemical peel) target mainly
superficial skin flaws such as fine lines and wrinkles and mild acne scars,
while deep treatments (i.e. phenol chemical peel) target more severe problems
such as coarse wrinkles, pre-cancerous growths, and prominent scars.
Cost is generally the main factor for an individual's decision to act. Each
procedure is discrete and is priced by the industry according to both market
demand pressure as well as the underlying technical complexity of the procedure.
A very popular procedure requiring relatively insignificant operating time may
nevertheless be a high-margin procedure commanding higher pricing than a low
demand technically complex procedure. Each plastic surgeon will make their own
time-value calculation as to the final price for a given cosmetic surgery procedure.
Other factors that determine costs are the type of chemical peel employed, location,
and the doctor's or dermatologist's experience.
National averages do however provide an estimate or guideline for expected
costs. Hospital fees are separate and apart from the plastic surgeon's fees.
The American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery has compiled figures from
2003 and found that the national average for chemical peel treatment was approximately
$800, however this did not take into regard the operating room and anesthetic
costs (if required).
In general, the price range for a mild chemical peel is between $150 to $300.
The mild peels are by far the most popular chemical peels used. Total cost of
a full-face medium chemical peel is between $1000 to $2,000. The fee for a deep
chemical peel is about $2500 to $6,500. The wide range within for the deep (phenol)
chemical peel is hinges on many variables including consultation, anesthetic,
and medication fees. Mild and medium peels normally require repeated treatments
- as often as every six weeks (for light peels) and two to three months (for
medium peels). A deep peel generally is performed once.
Chemical peels are typically regarded as aesthetic procedures, and thus are
usually are not covered by insurance. Occasionally if the resurfacing is being
performed to treat pre-cancerous skin conditions or improve certain types of
scars, insurance coverage may be available. Confer with your insurance company
and plastic surgeon to see if, and how, this particular procedure will be covered.
The use of chemical peel kits for home use is gaining ever-increasing popularity.
These home chemical peel kits are suitable for individuals with mild, superficial
skin problems, and can be safely applied within the comforts of your own home
without the need for medical supervision. These home kits, pending on their
formulation strength, can range from $15 to $100.
To see which is the best option for you needs, discussion with a doctor or
dermatologist is highly advocated. They will be able to give you direction to
which treatment is best suited for your needs. Whatever the case may be, there
will be an optimal avenue for you to pursue.
Regain your youthful vitality today!
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