A member asked:

I have some burn scars from a house fire. im wanting a spray tan, what would be the affect on my scars?? they are 5 years old.

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Spray tan and scars : Nothing bad will happen. However, they may not look the same under the tan as the rest of your skin.

Answered 4/24/2015

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Dr. Daniel Calloway answered

Specializes in Plastic Surgery

Uneven "tan": Spray tans work by absorption and staining of the epidermis (upper layer of the skin). Unfortunately, deep burns usually heal through scarring and loss of the normal epidermal layer. Consequently, the spray tan may not be absorbed evenly and may result in a "splotchy" or uneven appearance. First and second degree burns can usually heal with normal epithelial skin layers and spray tan evenly.

Answered 5/6/2015

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