Has the surgical tape left me scarred? (Photo)

This type of hyperpigmentation after use of surgical tapes almost always resolves over time even without any additional intervention.

Your history and pictures suggest a hypersensitivity reaction caused by the adhesive agent used with the steristrips or the steristrips themselves. This isn't unusual in post-operative patients and is usually treated with topical wound healing agents. At this point in time, it's appropriate to avoid further use of steristrips.In the vast majority of patients, this is a relatively superficial injury and for this reason scarring is unlikely. Nevertheless, it's important to be evaluated by your plastic surgeon before proceeding with treatment. Occasionally these findings may be related to a more serious problem. It's, therefore, necessary to thoroughly investigate the cause of this problem before initiating treatment.

Thank you for your question. It appears as though you have a more superficial reaction to the tape, over time my guess would be that it would resolve. That being said, an in person evaluation would be required to provide an accurate assessment. Perhaps reach out to your surgeon to discuss your concerns. Best, 

You are too early in your recovery to truly assess the results or quality of scarring.  I don't believe the steri strips have anything to do with the scars.  You may consider silicone tape therapy.  Good luck
and be safe.John T.
Nguyen, MD, FACS, FICSDouble Board
Certified Plastic Surgeon

Topical antibiotics and adhesives can cause an allergic reaction. Darker complected individuals will respond with hyperpigmentation. This will improve as the inflammation subsides.