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Scalp micropigments turn into a blue color, is this dangerous for my health? (Photo)

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CelavkoOct 5, 2018

1 month ago I had scalp micropigmentation. The micropigments have gone blue in color? Will this fade after years or it will be here for the rest of my life? Is this dangerous for my health? Thank you

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