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Is sunless self tan lotion ok to use after sclerotherapy for color-a natural glow moisturizer? how long is skin highly sensitive to sun after & spf?

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Dr. Hratch Karamanoukian answered

Specializes in Phlebology

Post Sclerotherapy: Self tan is Ok after sclerotherapy. I tell my patients to not tan and avoid sun exposure for 3 months. High SPF (60 plus) when you expose to sun. This will reduce likelihood of hyperpigmentation.

Answered 4/10/2016

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