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Will this pinkish color go away with time? (Photo)

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.TomAug 23, 2018
Its been 16 days since my TX4. Pico. Was stronger this time and it left me some pinkish skin after my skin peeled off, wondering if this is normal and if my skin will go back to the normal color or if I should tell the laser lady to go softer with the laser next time. Thank you.

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Dr. Monika Soni, MD
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Answered on Sep 12, 2018
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