Average Costs of Procedures
Wondering how much a cosmetic treatment will cost in your area? I get questions like these all of the time from SkinTour readers:
- What is the average botox cost?
- What is the average cost of Restylane?
- How much does Latisse cost?
- How much does hair removal laser cost?
- How much does laser resurfacing cost?
- How much does Fraxel cost?
To help answer these questions, I created this cost sheet as a guide to the average prices for various cosmetic dermatology treatments across the US.
Costs in Major Cities: Los Angeles/Seattle/New York/Boston/Miami/Chicago
Procedure | Treated Area | Cost Per Treatment | Treatments Needed |
Botox | Frown Lines | $300-$465 | 1 every 3-4 months |
Botox | Frown Lines, Forehead and Crows Feet | $590-$860 | 1 every 3-4 months |
Dysport | Frown Lines | $250-$400 | 1 every 3-4 months |
Dysport | Frown Lines, Forehead and Crows Feet | $500-$800 | 1 every 3-4 months |
Restylane/Juvederm | Nasolabial folds (smile lines) | $430-$530 | 1 every 6-9 months |
Restylane/Juvederm | Lips | $430-$530 | 1 every 6-9 months |
Radiesse | Cheeks (to fill in hollow areas) | $800-$1200 | 3, results last 1-2 years |
Sculptra | Cheeks (to fill in hollow areas) | $995-$1,650 | 3, results last 2-3 years |
Fractional CO2 laser | Face | $1,800 | 1 |
Fractional CO2 laser | Eyelids | $1,200 | 1 |
Laser Photorejuvenation IPL | Face | $500 | Series of 5 |
Laser Photorejuvenation IPL | Face and Chest | $750 | Series of 5 |
Fraxel Fractional Laser | Face | $1,000 | Series of 2-5 |
Fraxel Fractional Laser | Chest | $1,600 | 2-5 |
Laser Hair Removal | Lip/Chin | $250 | Series of 5 |
Laser Hair Removal | Underarm | $170 | Series of 5 |
Laser Hair Removal | Bikini | $250 | Series of 5 |
Thermage | Full Face | $2,600 | 1 |
Eyelid Thermage | Eyes | $1,350 | 1 |
Eylid Thermage | Eyes and Forehead | $1,950 | 1 |
Latisse | Eyelashes | $120 | 1 every 3 months |
Light Peel / Microdermabrasion | Face | $75-150 | Series of 3-5 |
TCA Chemical Peel | Face | $300-$1,000 | Series of 1-3 |
Sclerotherapy | Legs | $300-$400 | Series of 1-3 |
Factors that determine cost:
- Geographic location
- Expertise of doctor
- Amount of time and effort required of the doctor
Don’t forget, technique is very important so make sure you go to a reputable cosmetic dermatologist. For more information:
- See Dr Irwin’s How to find a good cosmetic dermatologist to help you in your search.
- See Dr Irwin’s Regional Guide to Excellent Cosmetic Dermatologists to find someone in your area.
Lastly, Dr Irwin spent time coming up with various skin rejuvenation plans on a budget, whether you have $500, $1,000, $3,000 or $5,000+ to spend.
See Dr. Irwin’s expert answers to other reader’s questions on average costs of procedures:
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