Will a spray tan prior to Microneedling be an issue?

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If Microneedling is performed 3-4 days after a professional spray tan, could this potentially cause any issues post treatment?Specifically, can the spray tan cause discoloration to the skin that could be permanent or semipermanent? Is a “tattooing” effect possible from the microneedling procedure pushing the spray tan into the dermis? Your help is so appreciated! I’m having trouble finding anyone who can answer this!

Nima Shemirani, MD · Answer

Hi @Marie3029! I would recommend that you avoid getting a spray days 3-4 days prior to a microneedling treatment to avoid the tattooing effect. Best of luck to you!

J. Timothy Katzen, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question regarding spray tan prior to microneedling. I would suggest that you do microneedling FIRST, then wait 3-4 days, then do the spray tan after. Microneedling after the spray tan may push the pigment from the spray tan into your skin and cause the tattoo effect. It is not worth the risk, in my opinion!

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Will a spray tan prior to Microneedling be an issue?

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