The total cost of a chemical peel may vary from about $150 up to $6000 or more. The average cost of a chemical peel is $673, according to 2016 data from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.
Chemical peels are considered to be a cosmetic procedure, so your health insurance is unlikely to cover the cost. Check your coverage with your insurance provider before scheduling a treatment.
The cost of a chemical peel depends on the type of chemical peel. In general, the deeper the peel, the more expensive the procedure.
A medium-depth peel will often include sedation, which will increase the cost of the procedure to up to $2000. Doctors often recommend 3-6 treatments with a medium peel, so the total cost of treatment may be $6000 or more.
Type of anesthesia, if any: Anesthesia is unnecessary for superficial peels and optional for medium-depth peels but required for deep peels. Any type of sedation or anesthesia will increase the cost of your procedure. General anesthesia is particularly expensive, because it will require a specially equipped medical facility and the oversight of an anesthesiologist, which means the procedure will cost $3000 or more.
Geographic location of medical facility: Chemical peels are more expensive in some cities and countries than in others.
Physician’s experience: Doctors who have more experience with chemical peels may charge a higher fee. Especially for medium-depth and deep peels, it is imperative to find a very experienced doctor, as these peels carry a higher risk of side effects.
If you decide to undergo treatment with a chemical peel, ask multiple doctors for their price estimates before scheduling a treatment.