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Can microneedling cause permanent redness? What are my options now?

maivebNov 30, 2022
I had three sessions of microneedling done at local skin clinic.Now its been more than a year and my face is still red. during micro needling sessions , they avoided my eye area. so now my whole face is red , except the eye area . Everyone comments on my mismatched skin tone.I followed their aftercare advise , I avoided harsh chemicals , used sunscreen . what are my options , kindly advise.

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Dr. Devin Stone, ND
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Answered on Dec 20, 2022
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