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2.3 weeks post op Hair Transplant, is it okay to get a spray tan?

I had a hair transplant on my hairline about two and a half week ago and since it's summertime i was wondering if i can get a spray tan if sunbathing isn't an option. Thank you

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Dr. Jae Pak, MD
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