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How can I remove flesh toned camouflage tattoo? Desperate!

KassieleeMay 9, 2017
I have posted several times about my bad scar camouflage, and now that it's getting warm out again I'm feeling self conscious. The color is still bright orange in natural light, and I really don't want to live the rest of my life with this bad permanent makeup. Please, can someone give me advice on how to remove it? I had two sessions with a CO2 ablative laser and the color didn't budge. I'm considering Micropen TR but I'm afraid it will damage my skin further. Please help.

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