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I have a graphite mark in my hard from a pencil. will that eventually go away or do i have it permanently?
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It may be permanent.: However, it will fade with time
Answered 5/4/2016
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Maybe permanent: This is how tattoos work: certain pigments remain in the skin indefinitely, and graphite may leave a permanent mark. If it is prominent and bothers you, and doesn't fade on its own after a few months, a dermatologist might be able to remove it.
Answered 5/4/2016
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