Consider exogenous factors or alternative diagnoses when a patient does not respond to appropriate care.• Although dermoscopy is not used to diagnose cellulitis, it could be helpful in distinguishing cosmetic products used in dermatitis artefacta.Dermoscopy of the affected area showed linear red pigments accentuating skin lines (original magnification ×10).
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