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Can I use Derma Roller and Latisse (bimatoprost) to induce pigmentation of depigmented scar? (Photo)

February 22, 2018
Asked By:igotemout in Illinois, IL

I have a white scar on the areola which is much darker of course. I heard that dermarolling alone can help regain pigmentation. And Latisse can also pigment the skin. Can I use dermaroller (bought online) then apply Latisse to get some color back? And will dermarolling cause more injury to the scar or a bigger scar?

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Answer: Trauma and pigmentation.

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