Is 60 Too Old for CO2 Laser?
No. Many of the best CO2 results are in people over 60. Skin quality and health matter far more than the number on your birthday.
Is there an age limit for CO2 laser?
There is no upper age limit for CO2 laser. People in their 60s and 70s are often excellent candidates because sun damage, crepey texture and etched lines are exactly what CO2 treats. Healing can be a little slower, so providers choose settings carefully and review your health and medications first.
CO2 After 60 at a Glance
Candidacy depends on skin, health and healing, not age.
Crepey skin, lip lines, crow's feet, sun spots.
Mature skin can heal a little more slowly after deeper settings.
Sculptra, fillers or Botox address what laser can't.
What CO2 Can and Can't Do After 60
Crepey texture
Thin, crinkled skin on the cheeks and under the eyes becomes smoother and firmer as collagen rebuilds.
Etched lines
Lip lines, crow's feet and fine lines across the cheeks soften noticeably, especially lines that show at rest.
Sun damage
Brown spots, rough patches and uneven tone from decades of sun clear and even out.
Mild laxity
CO2 gives some tightening, which helps mild looseness along the cheeks and jaw.
Jowls and deep sagging
Heavy jowls and deep folds need lifting, not resurfacing. A surgical consult or skin tightening fits better.
What to Pair With CO2 After 60
Most mature-skin plans combine treatments, each doing the job it does best.
| Concern | Best tool | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Texture, lines, sun damage | Fractional CO2 or CoolPeel | Resurfaces and rebuilds collagen in the skin itself |
| Volume loss | Sculptra or filler | Restores structure that laser can't replace |
| Expression lines | Botox or Xeomin | Relaxes movement that etches lines back in |
| Laxity and jawline | Morpheus8 or Forma | Heats deeper layers for tightening |
See our guide to anti-aging treatments for mature skin and Botox and fillers at 70.
Is CO2 Right for You After 60?
Usually a good fit
- Sun damage, spots and uneven tone
- Crepey or thin-looking skin
- Lip lines, crow's feet and fine lines
- Generally good health and healing
- Able to plan a week or two of downtime
Talk to us first if you
- Take blood thinners or medications that affect healing
- Have diabetes or another condition that slows healing
- Get cold sores
- Have had facial radiation or reconstructive surgery
- Are mainly bothered by jowls or deep folds
CO2 for Mature Skin at Mirror Mirror
Your consultation covers your health history, medications and goals before any treatment is recommended. For mature skin we often choose a depth that balances strong results with comfortable healing.
Curious about the full treatment? Start with our CO2 laser overview.
- Health and medication review first
- Depth chosen for how mature skin heals
- Combination plans with Sculptra, Botox or Morpheus8
- Physician-led practice under Dr. Jason Chiriano
Age isn't the question. Your skin is. Let's look at it together.
Book Now →CO2 After 60 FAQ
Answers to the questions mature patients ask most.
Do CO2 lasers work on a 70 year old?
Yes. People in their 70s often see excellent improvement in texture, lines and sun damage. Healing can take a little longer, so settings are chosen carefully and your health is reviewed first.
At what age should you do a CO2 laser?
There is no single right age. Lighter resurfacing like CoolPeel suits people from their 30s on, while deeper fractional CO2 is most often chosen in the 50s, 60s and beyond, when lines and sun damage are more established.
Is CO2 laser good for older skin?
Yes. It targets the main signs of skin aging: rough texture, crepey skin, fine and etched lines, and sun spots. It works on the skin's surface and collagen, not on deep sagging.
Does CO2 laser get rid of crepey skin?
It noticeably improves it. By resurfacing and rebuilding collagen, CO2 makes crepey skin smoother and firmer. Very thin, loose skin may need a combination with tightening or volume treatments.
Does CO2 laser help with sagging jowls?
Only a little. CO2 tightens skin modestly, but jowls come from deeper tissue descending. They are better addressed with lifting procedures, while CO2 improves the skin quality on top.
What is the best laser treatment for a 70-year-old woman?
It depends on her goals and skin. For texture, lines and sun damage, fractional CO2 is often the strongest choice. If downtime is a concern, CoolPeel or a lighter fractional setting is a gentler start.
Which is better for tightening jowls, Morpheus8 or CO2?
Morpheus8 is usually better for tightening because it heats deeper layers. CO2 is better for surface texture and lines. Many patients combine the two in a planned sequence.
How long does CO2 laser take to heal for older skin?
After deeper fractional CO2, mature skin typically heals in about 10 to 14 days, sometimes a little longer than younger skin. CoolPeel recovery stays short, about a few days.
CO2 Laser Near You in Los Angeles
Mirror Mirror Med Spa is in Westwood, a short drive from much of the Westside and central Los Angeles.
