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Is hyperpigmentation or darkening after PicoSure normal? (Photos)

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MZ88Jul 28, 2018

I did picosure on my entire back for acne scars about a month ago. The doctor then did something a little more aggressive and it caused scabbing of the area after a week, here is what it looks like now, it has faded a little but I’m worried this will stop. Is this normal?

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