Laser Hair Removal After Doctor Answers, Q&A, Tips

Laser Hair Removal Burns

I had a treatment for laser hair removal a yesterday and am very worried i may be permanently scared or discoloured. I guess the Alexandrite laser...

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Can a Laser Stimulate Hair Growth?

I have had laser hair removal with Lumenis Lightsheer for 6 sessions. I am not seeing any improvement after the 4th session. Actually, on the 4th...

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What Should I Do Between Hair Removal Treatments?

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Waxing and Plucking After Laser Hair Removal Treatment?

After what time can a person wax, tweeze, pluck or use creams if they used laser hair remover only once or had number of treatment, but do not plan to...

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Breakouts from Laser Hair Removal

I developed a horrible breakout from GentleLase, and didn't have great results with Aurora. When using the GentleLase the resulting breakouts were...

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Skin Incredibly Itchy After Laser Hair Removal

My skin has been incredibly itchy for the past 3 days after Laser hair removal. What happened? What can I do? Please help.

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Do Laser Burns Stay Forever? How Can I Treat Them?

I started doing laser 3months ago. On my second session I got burned all over my legs. It has been two months now, and I still have brown scars. I am...

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Dark Red Spots After Laser Hair Removal

I had no reaction to Gentle Yag, until a few hours after the laser hair removal treatment. Now, it's been four days and my skin is full of dark red...

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Laser Hair Removal Burns on Stomach - Will It Scar?

I Just Got Laser Hair Removal on my Stomach but I Got Burned. I am so worried that i have ruined my stomach forever...i made a poor choice with laser...

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Will Vaginal Laser Hair Removal Cause Redness, Swelling, Bumps and Itching? (photo)

I had my first Brazilian laser treatment done almost 30 days ago. Since then I've experienced a lot of itching and swelling and small raised bumps...

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Hypopigmentation from Laser Hair Removal Burns

I had laser hair removal on my arm almost 6 months ago. The burn areas have healed, but now I am left with white areas that will not fade or tan. Is...

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Is Soprano Laser Hair Removal Treatment Effective

I have had 8 sessions on my legs with Soprano Laser, pain free & effective on all skin types. I have very fair skin with black course hair. Last 2...

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Is It Possible to Regain Pigment in Skin After Massive Laser Hair Removal Burns?

I was burned by laser hair removal all over my legs, when the blisters healed the area under the burns lost all pigment. I've done...

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Laser Hair Removal Damaging to Thyroid?

I read a question that three doctors answered regarding IPL not being harmful to the thyroid, but I've had about 20 laser hair removal sessions to...

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Severe Labial Burns Following Laser Hair Removal

On Fri.3/11,I had laser hair removal at the MediSpa at my plastic surgeons office. Treatment given by nurse. Intense pain and swelling during and...

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Paradoxical Hypertrichosis After Laser Hair Removal

I experienced Paradoxical Hypertrichosis or hair regrowth after 2 laser hair removal treatments. I cannot find anywhere whether this is a transient...

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Accutane During Laser Hair Removal Treatments?

I started my laser hair removal treatments 2 years ago, and last month, I started taking accutane (this is my 2nd month). Can I continue my laser hair...

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Will Dark Spots from Laser Hair Removal Lighten with Use of Bio Oil or Cocoa Butter?

5 weeks ago both my thighs were burnt from laser hair removal. The burns have now turned into dark spots but never crusted and is under the top layer...

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Will my Laser Hair Removal Burn Heal Without Scars or Hyperpigmentation?

Hi there, A week ago I went to the laser clinic for my 3rd treatment for hair removal and I got burned. This time around it was a different technician...

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Excessive Facial Regrowth After Laser Hair Removal

I’m not sure if my facial laser hair removal results can be considered normal or if there may have been a way to prevent what is happening to me...

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Hyperpigmentation and Manly Stubble After Laser Hair Removal

I had a Laser hair removal for my unwanted femstache that I had since I was young. It left me with hyperpigmentation and a manly stubble. How do I get...

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How Can I Get Better Hair Removal Results?

I saw awesome results after I switched to Diode Laser hair removal from IPL. However, I saw that the hair is only reduced and not gone completely, it...

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Will a Delayed Session of Laser Hair Removal Affect Final Result?

I went for 4 treatments of laser hair removal and was supposed to go for my 5th treatment after 6 weeks. However, due to unforeseen circumstances,...

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Hyperpigmentation After Laser Hair Removal

I had laser hair removal treatment 1.5 year ago and i had second degreee burn!I am attaching pictures of my belly after few days after treatment and 1...

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Ok to Shave Between Laser Hair Removal Appointments?

I am doing laser hair removal and i want to know if its safe to shave in between treatments and how to i know if it's working because my hair on my...

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Hypopigmentation After Laser Hair Removal

I Had a laser done, got burned and now I'm left with white marks. Will they go away? What can I do? I'm terrified since I'm a fitness...

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Inner Labia Burns After Bikini Laser Hair Removal

I had my first laser session yesterday. (nd yag laser skin type3) i had a whole body laser session and everything was great i dont have any burns or...

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Burns & Blisters from Laser Hair Removal

5 days ago I received laser hair removal treatment. Within the last 24 hours water blisters have begun to form and are very uncomfortable. Should I...

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Laser Hair Removal: is 4 Months Between Treatments Too Long a Wait?

I had my first session on my bikini about 3 - 4 months ago and at first the hair fell out and left about 30% hairs only, it was amazing, but now it...

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Laser Beard Shaping - Hair Growth Density

Hi am vicky from india, i had got my laser beard shaping done from kaya skin clinic. i got my laser beard shaping done and the shape doesnt look good...

Options for White Scar After Laser Hair Removal

I had a Laser hair removal and it left me with white circular scars (the shape of the laser head) all over my leg. They look like fish scales. The...

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Laser Hair Removal / Discoloration on Bikini Area from Sun Exposure

I have already gone in for a couple sessions of laser hair removal on my bikini area. I decided to use a tanning bed to tan but forgot to wear a...

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How Long Should I Stay out of the Sun After Laser Hair Removal?

Hello, I received my first laser hair removal treatment for my underarms using the Alexandrite Candela GentleLase laser. The doctor advised me to...

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Laser Hair Removal Burn, Will This Leave a Scar? (Photos)

4 days ago i did laser hair removal on my arms and i got this scabs, i put on antibiotic as soon as i got home but now im really scared is this going...

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Laser Hair Removal Burn on Beard

I had laser hair removal on my beard yesterday and was burned pretty bad. I don't want to go into specifics about the session, but needless to...

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Are Brown Spots and Freckling Permanent After Laser Hair Removal?

I have some brown spots on my face after a laser hair treatment a few days ago. Are these permanent? What remedies can I employ to reduce their...

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Will Eyebrows Grow Back After 2-3 Laser Hair Removal Treatments?

I had a full face Laser hair removal and the therapist accidently chipped away on top of my eyebrows. Will the hair come back? My eyebrows are dark...

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Delayed Hypopigmentation After Laser Hair Removal

I had laser hair removal on my lower legs with the Candela GentalYag (1064nm 18 spot size). I only had redness for a day afterward, no burns, no...

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I Think I've Been Burned on my Lips from Laser Hair Removal. What Can I Do?

I've had 5 laser treatments (full face) and my lips are now very dry, cracked and red above my upper lip and below my lower lip. I've been...

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How Much Hair Should Fall Out After Session of Laser Hair Removal (Bikini)?

I've had one session 2 weeks ago. It seemed like a really quick session. I've had a few hairs fall out - once they fall out, are they...

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Diode Setting for LightSheer on Bikini Area?

Is there a diode setting (pulse width, etc) on LightSheer which you believe would be effective for my skin on the labial portions of my bikini area...

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Can Laser Hair Removal Cause Excessive Sweating (Hyperhidrosis)?

I've been going through laser hair removal for more than a year now for my under arms-almost every 50 days -(my hair seem to be strong because after...

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Discoloration After Laser Hair Removal on African American Skin

Today I had my first laser hair removal session. Tonight I noticed about 1x1 inch of discoloration on the right side of my face and about a 2x0.5 inch...

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Burns from Laser Hair Removal

I recently got burns all over my legs from laser hair removal. It has been 3 weeks now and the scabs have fallen off and I am left with white like...

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Pimple with Puss Around Pubic Area 10 Days After Laser Hair Removal

Hello, This is my 2nd treatment for laser hair removal. The first treatment, nothing happened. But the second treatment, after 3 days, I got small red...

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Hypopigmentation on Upper Lip from Laser Hair Removal is It Most Likely Permanent?

Had laser hair removal and down the line noticed my upper lip paler than the rest of my face. It's been a while and it seems to not tan when im...

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Laser Burns on Bikini Line

Please help!! Worried---I recently had a bikini line laser session done and now I am left with burn scars. They are dark spots along the bikini line;...

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Close to 5 Weeks Healing Time on Laser Hair Removal Burn?

I had my 1st session of Laser Hair removal almost 5 weeks ago, & ONE side of my face is burned and still healing. The laser center claims that the...

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Laser Hair Removal Burns

I got my 9th treatment of laser hair removal and in an hour or so got dark brown dots on my face from burn. everywhere the laser touched, it left a...

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After Laser Hair Removal - When Can I Start Minocin Acne Treatment?

I Am Doing my Last Laser Hair Removal Treatment Tomorrow, when Can I Start my Acne Treatment (Minocin) ?

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Skin Darkening from Laser Hair Removal

I have had several laser hair removal treatments for facial hair, and have noticed that my face has been getting darker. Even though I am of a darker...

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Laser Hair Removal - Minimal Results After First Session

-i have had my first hair removal session 8 weeks ago -with ndyag laser. -i am skin type III - IV with dark hair -i saw remarkable results after one...

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Will I Have Scars and Discoloration on my Legs After Laser Hair Removal Burns? (photo)

I had laser hair removal treatment a week ago and now I have burns all over my lower legs. Will I have scars and discoloration on my skin? I'm...

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Glycolic Peels in Between Laser Hair Removal Treatments?

I have been getting pimples (including 3-4 deep ones) and whiteheads on my cheeks and neck, at the time when my hair is shedding. Almost all the dried...

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Sedation During Laser Hair Removal?

I want to get a Laser Hair Removal, so I want to know if I can be put to sleep during surgery and does the price include the whole body or certain...

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Is Hyperpigmentation Due to Alexandrite Laser Permanent?

I had a full-face Alexandrite laser treatment done for hair removal (skin type #3). After only 1 treatment I have patches of hyperpigmnetation on my...

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Laser on Chest Burned Around Nipples. Permanent Scarring?

I am very concerned for future scaring and permanant change in color around my nipples!

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Hyperpigmentation After Laser for Facial Hair

Hi I'm of asian indian origin with a very fair complexion. I got hyperpigmentation after laser treatment for facial hair. I've been using...

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How Serious Are These Hair Removal Laser Burns? (photo)

Im very worried, I had my legs done a week ago and the red spots i have after the treatment turned into brown. How serious are these burns? Are these...

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Hypopigmentation on Labia After Laser Hair Removal

After my first session( one week ago) i was left with 2 burns on my labia. after 3 days they scabbed and left w white mark they look horrible in real...

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If the Hair Hasn't Fallen out 17 Days After Laser, is There Any Chance That It Will?

I had my first laser hair removal treatment 17 days ago. The hair on my lip is gone; it fell out almost immediately. But the thick hairs on my chin...

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I Had Laser Hair Removal on my Chin and Was Burned Pretty Bad. After 45 Days the Color is Dark and my Skin is Not Even at All!!

I had laser hair removal on my chin and was burned pretty bad. after 45 days the color is still dark and my skin is not even at all!!I cant cover it...

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Can the Use of GoldBond on Skin Prior to Laser Hair Removal Cause Burns? (photo)

On my 6th laser hair removal session I believe I got burnt and not sure why. Session was not very painful but almost immediately after I was in severe...

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Is Hyperpigmentation After Laser Hair Removal Permanent?

Its been 4 weeks since treatment. At first the areas treated on my stomach were red, some faded but then there are several trip marks from where she...

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Brazilian Laser Hair Removal: Will Hair That Has Fallen out Grow Back?

Very embarrassing but I went for my 1st session of brazilian LHR and I was so busy worrying about the pain I stupidly forgot to tell them to leave a...

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Does Missing a Session of Laser Hair Removal Mean I Have to Start From the Beginning?

I had 2 sessions with the ndyag laser for bikini area and i usually go every 12 weeks but had to travel a couple of weeks. its been 16 weeks now and i...

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Darkening After Laser Hair Removal- Burn or Hyperpigmentation?

The machine they used was LHE Mistral?...While during the treatment the technician gave me an ice pack but continued with thye hair removal rather...

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Laser Hair Removal Burns, Will these be Permanent? (photo)

Hello, I had a laser hair removal treatment on legs almost 2 weeks ago, and I got burnt. I think the reason I got burnt was due to the high intensity...

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Treatment of Burn on Chin from Laser Hair Removal?

Hi, I had a laser treatment for hair removal for face in March'11.Right after the laser I got a boil on my chin and the doctor asked me to apply...

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How to Lessen the Appearance of Scars After Laser Hair Removal?

I am African-American and had laser hair removal on my sideburns at a dermatologists office. Now I have dark circle scars in the treated areas. Can...

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How Can I Treat Laser Hair Removel Burns?

Hello, i did a laser treatment a week ago with an IPL laser hair removel, on level 3. After the treatment, i noticed there were burns all over my legs...

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When Can I Do Body Scrub After Laser Hair Removal?

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Does Laser Hair Removal Above Upper Lip Cause Premature Wrinkling.

I have heard that it affects the glands and promotes smoker like wrinkles. I would also like to ask after each treatment and the following days do you...

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Age 14. Red Burns After Laser Hair Removal.

I did for my backand stomach laser hair removeable so it appear red burns so will it stay or will stay and i am just 14 so is it useless to laser...

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I Am Having Laser Hair Removal Treatments and Wonder How This Will Affect my Sweat Glands?

I am concerned that my sweat glands will be negatively affected especially since I am getting Laser Hair Removal done on multiple areas of my body....

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How Can I Grow Back Some of the Hair Removed by Laser?

I had laser done on the back of my neck/hairline (it used to go very far down my neck and looked gross). I'm a perfect candidate for laser because...

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Hirsutism? Lasers Didn't Help

I need some serious advice. I am female, 29yrs blue eyes natural mousey blonde hair eastern european decent not overweight regular periods no deep...

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Laser Hair Removal Burn Not Healing

I've been having laser hair removal procedures for some time with no problems. Last week during a Brazilian treatment the laser slipped and was...

Will These Burn Marks from LHR Heal Without Scarring? (photo)

I was on my 8th laser treatment when my treating MD increased the energy from 25J to 30J with a Gentlelase Alexandrite laser. I received burns on my...

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Hyperpigmentation After Alexandrite Laser Hair Removal Treatment

I had a full-face laser hair removal treatment done with Alex. laser about 2.5 weeks ago. About 5 days after the treatment I was exposed to the sun...

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Will These Burns from Laser Hair Removal Scar my Face Permanently? (photo)

Hi i had a laser hair removal treatment 2 days ago and have been burnt and i am scared that i am scarred for life on my face.I have had a few...

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Can a Person Dye the Blonde Hairs Around the Clitoral Area to Make Them Darker for Removal

I have been thru three sessions of laser treatment. During this time it seems the hair around the top of the vulva area around the clitoris...

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No Hair Regrowth - Should I Continue Treatments?

I've had 4 treatments and been coming in every 4 weeks for my face. Recently, I haven't had any regrowth. Should I wait until I do or continue...

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Laser Hair Removal - Is This Normal?

Please see my picture... Is this normal? It was 3 days after my first session of laser hair removal.

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How to Eliminate Underarm Scabs & Redness After Laser Hair Removal? (photo)

After my 4th Laser Hair Removal session for underarms, I noticed that there were alot more red dots /appearance of scabs than what I had experienced...

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After Laser Hair Removal - Looks Like Scars, Are They Permanent? (photo)

I got the Laser hair removal on my legs couple of days back. I still have some bumps on my legs, and they look like scars and blisters now. Am I at a...

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Plucking Hair Immediately After Laser Hair Treatment

Hi, doctor. i have few strays of hair on chin area. i do the laser at home and after treatment, i pluck the hair out immediately. Will it affect the...

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Hair Growing Back 2 Days After Laser Hair Removal - Normal?

Tow days after my laser treatment, I'm having the hair growing back (as if it was shaved). Is that normal? how can I remove the hair?

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How Long After the First Treatment Does Hair Start to Fall Out?

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How to Treat Post Inflamatory Hyperpigmentation from Laser Burns?

I had serious Postinflamatory Hyperpigmentation in perifollicular area after Laser Diode Hair removal on legs. Would TCA peel work? at what %? or...

Why isn't Laser Hair Removal Working for Me?

I've had 16 facial LHR treatments. They use Gentle Max. No reduction in hair growth yet. I have dark hair & medium skin. Test for hormones was...

Brazilian Wax After Laser Treatment

Would It Be Ok to Do Brazilian Wax After the Laser Treatment in Case All Hair is Not Dealt With?

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No Pain or Sensation During Laser Hair Removal - Is It Working?

I had my first treatment with Cutera laser and haven't feel any sensation or pain at all. I've heard I need to feel something so wondering is...

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First Session of Diode Laser Hair Removal Resulted in Blister on the Left Side of my Lower Lip.

The dermatologist has assured me this won't leave a scar but i am scared that it will. I am applying metafumeroate cream before applying my post...

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How Much Time Is Allowed To Lapse Between Each Hair Laser Treatment?

I had 3 treatments so far each spaced 8-9 weeks apart. I will need to travel in summer for 3-4 months or more. Will it affect my treatment progress if...

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Waxing/Shaving After Discontinuing Laser Hair Removal?

I have discontinued laser therapy after completing 10 sessions. Will the fine hair be stimulated to grow back thicker if i wax or shave it? Will the...

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Lightsheer Cause Wrinkles?

Does Lightsheer laser cause wrinkles if set on a high heat setting? I feel I have wrinkes on my forehead and under my eyes a little too. It was said...

Can I Wax After I Finished my 6 Sessions IPL Course? Will It Make Hair to Regrow?

Hi there :) I bought a 6 sessions IPL course. I know I don't have to wax before and inbetween treatments, and that shaving is the only thing I can...

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Are Laser Hair Removal Burns Permanent? (photo)

Hello I just had laser hair removal done on my legs and I have large red circles that feel slightly swollen and hot. I am a fitness instructor and...

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Will Laser Hair Removal Prevent Future Recurrence of Folliculitis in Male Genital Region?

I occasionally have bouts of folliculitis in the genital area (including scrotum, shaft, and pubic area). The folliculitis is triggered by having...

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Facial Hair Removal on Indian Skin- Not Working. Which Laser is Best?

I Had Laser Hair Removal Several Years Ago with a Lyra Laser- Hair Grew Back. I Now Had a Treatment with Gentleyag 3 Days ago.I am East Indian...

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After Laser Hair Removal....

I had laser a little over a year ago and now i feel like i have a lighter demarcrated line on my upper lip...is this permanent? I am skin type IV and...

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Im a Female Diagnosed with Hirsutism at Age 14; Will I Have This 'Condition' Forever?

I am now 35; before laser treatments I was super EXTREMELY hairy, LHR was/is a 98% succes and I am beyond happy with the outcome. I have been using...

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I Underwent Laser Hair Removal for my Underarms and I Got Burnt. Are These Marks Permanent? (photo)

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Is DepiLight Laser the Same As Lightsheer Duet?

I recently had a session of laser hair removal with a machine called DepiLight. Is this the same as the LightSheer Duet machine? I can't find much...

I Have Laser Burn in my Bikini Area, What is the Best Way to Care for this?

I've had bikini laser hair removal. First two sessions without any burns. The third session left brown areas and some blisters. the blister and...

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I Already Undergone 10 IPL Sessions for my Underarm Hair, What Are Other Laser Options?

But it only reduces for about 60% of my underarm hair and some fine hairs are growing still. I want to find other lasers that will totally eliminate...

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My Laser Hair Removal Treatment Left Red Symmetrical Dots, Looks Like Measles, Is This Normal?

The dots are all the same size, in even distance to one another (looks like the edges of the laser perimeters burned me perhaps), looks kind of like...

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Wanted 2 Reduce Hair Amount and Now Im Missing Hair on Certain Spots It Looks Awful

Im a very hairy guy and i just wanted to reduce hair amount. I did two sessions with this home removal laser because i just didnt want anybody to...

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Rashes After IPL Hair Removal, What's The Cause? (photo)

2 weeks ago I had an IPL for hair removal on my back. The IPL treatment felt quite burning and I felt that she did not take enough of the cooling gel...

Wrinkles and Pits on Skin After Laser Hair Removal Treatment

I have a skin type of 3 and had a single laser hair removal treatment of the whole face with Alexandrite 755 laser. After that I notice small pits in...

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What Should I Do About my LHR Tech?

My LHR tech prefers me to NOT shave before my appts to see my progress since I am having terrible results. (I am light- skinned with dark hair and...

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Why Is Hair Growing Back 1 Week After First Hair Removal Treatment?

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Post Coolglide - Hair has Not Shed

I had Coolglide Treatment on chin (I'm F, white, dark/coarse hair, burn then tan) & it doesn't seem to have worked. Had session 11 days...

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How Long Do The Burn Spots of Laser Hair Removal Stay on my Skin...I Am So Worried (photo)

I have done it before and never got such a problem...I am so afraid its gonna stay forever...this was my 5th time and only this time I got such a bad...

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Coolglide or Candela Gentle Yag for Dark Hair/skin

I've tried Coolglide for years and now I feel as though it is no longer working for me. I've recently had 2 treatments with the Candela Gentle...

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Can Laser Hair Removal Cause Acne?

I started breaking out really bad after beginning a laser hair removal treatment. After a few treatments I stopped but the acne stayed even 18 months...

Seeking Laser Hair Removal Burn Advice, Could this Become Permanent Scarring?

I have been receiving Laser Hair Removal treatments for about a year now on my genital area. The attached photos are from my 6th session I had last...

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After Laser Hair Removal my Legs Got Brown Spots and They Are Indented. What Should I Do?

4 weeks ago i had laser hair removal on my upper leg. I got very swollen. The swellin has gone put I have now everywhere brown spots which are...

I Have Scars from Laser Hair Removal from 2008, What Should I Do?

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Laser Hair Removal Burn with Blister & Scarring- What Can I Do?

I got laser hair removal done in my underarms two days ago. While one of the armpit recorded quickly the other one developed puffiness and redness...

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Will These Dark Spots and Dark Swollen Areas Scar? (photo)

I had my last hair removal session and after 4 days this is what my right underarm looks like (see attached photo). There are dark black spots and it...

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Long Time Gap Between Laser Hair Removal Treatment, Will This Effect The Outcome?

I m a 24 yr old indian.i had very thick facial hair and was undergoing laser treatment for the same and my under arm area..after about 10-12 sessions...

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Is It Protocol to Use Some Type of Gel Before Laser Hair Removal Treatment?

I got burned from a laser hair removal treatment about 2 weeks ago. I believe it was because the nurse performing the treatment didnt use any type of...

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Facial Skin Burn After Laser Hair Removal, Is It Permanent? (photo)

Hello, I am 25 year old male (Asian). I have a little darker skin and I received my second laser hair removal treatment. My skin got burned and it...

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I Started Hair Removal Sessions and I Recently Found out I'm Pregnet. Can I Continue?

I'm only doing hair removal on my face,now that i'm pregnet should i stop my sessions?

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How to Treat Burn Discolorations from IPL Hair Removal Treatment on Bikini Area?

I've gotten the laser hair removal treatment on my bikini area on Friday (today is Sunday) with the IPL machine. I am a light-skinned Asian and...

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Do You Think the White Spots Will Fade Away After Hair Removal? (photo)

Hello, It's been 2 and a half months after I got burn from FPL (fluorescent pulse light) for hair removal (on my first visit). My burns didn't...

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Side Effects of Laser Hair Removal on Back?

Had first treatment of laser hair removal on my back a week ago. All went fine but couple days in i noticed that my shirts cling a little bit to the...

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3 Laser Sessions for Facial Hair Done, Could Not Continue Because I Became Pregnant,what Should I Do Now?

I have had 3 laser sessions for my facial hair...but now i became pregnant and discontinued it ...since i read in many sites that its harmful for the...

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What Is The Difference Between Laser Hair Removal And LHE Removal?

Would Some One Plz Tell Me is LHE Hair Removal Better then Lazer Hair Removal

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Which is the Best Laser for Dark Fine Hair ?

I was going to a place for laser hair removal on my arms and abdomen where they were using GentleLase to treat me (the technician set it at level 14)....

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Why Could I Sense Bright Red Lights During my Hair Removal, Even Though I Was Wearing Protective Metal Eyewear?

I had my upper lip and chin done.

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Itching, White Spots and Infection Following Treatment, Is This an Allergic Reaction or Burn?

I had laser hair removal on my legs about four days ago. The day after my procedure my legs were itchy like crazy, swollen and covered with red white...

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After Laser Hair Removal, The Skin Won't Tan or Flush, Is This Normal?

Besides having laser hair about a yr ago and it not tanning ...why does it not flush or turn red when i shower like the rest of my skin or when im...

When Should I Stop Laser Hair Removal Treatments?

I'v been 10 times since Dec. 2007 for laser treatments and been using Light Sheer. First 8 sessions were after 6 weeks regularly and last two in...

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How Long Does It Take to Finsh Laser Hair Removal?

I was wondering how long it would take to finsh a t-shirt hair removal

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I Break out when I Do Laser Hair Removal, SHould I Consider VPL?

Hi, im fair olive skinne dwith dark brown hair. I use to go for laser hair removal (nd-yag) but after one week i break out into fine rash like pimples...

The Candela Alexandrite Treatments Didn't Work, What Other Options Do I Have?

Can a doctor tell me what do i have to do now ? I went to 10 laser candela alexandrite treatments and i still have hairs on my face..it is less than...

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Does Laser Hair Removal Caused Discolored or Darker Skin?

Im a woman ,i have made until now three laser session , after the third one i notice that the top area of bikini is discolored and become more darker...

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Laser Went Above Hairline, Will It Grow Back? 2 Treatments with GentleYAG.

I had two treatments done on the back of my neck, but I guess I wasn't very clear with the technician and it doesn't look very even now. I...

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GentleMax by Candela Laser Optimum Strength?

I signed up for 6 treatments for the full leg/bikini area and just had my first one that did absolutely nothing for me. My skin/hair combo is perfect...

What Medications Can Cause Side Effects with Laser for Hair Removal?

I have tried to have laser hair removal done and have had very bad side effect with blistering. I have been tested with all laser available and have...

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Laser Beard Removal Infection

Last time i got it done i broke out in alot of little bumps and it was very painful for a week. i went to my doctor cos it felt really uncomfortable....

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How Long Should Facial Laser Treatments Take to Work on Average?

I have been taking facial treatments for about 4-5 months now (every 3 weeks) and i think its shown minimal results if none at all. This last time i...

No Results After Many Laser Hair Removal Treatments, Should I Give Up?

Iam dark skin(indian) and had many laser hair removal treatments with cynosure(yag) and candela(yag). Over two years iam not getting any closer its...

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I Have a Really Bad Burn from Laser Hair Removal on my Stomach, Will It Scar and How Should I Treat It?

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I Have Some Pain in my Wrist Bone After Doing 6 Treatments of Laser Hair Removal Why?

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Laser Hair Removal Burns, Will this go Away or is it Likely to Scar? (photo)

I just had a session of laser hair removal a couple of hours ago and noticed some burn marks on my skin. They are defined lines all over my arms,...

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I Had Bikini Laser Hair Removal Done 5 Days Before I Found out I Was Pregnant, Im 4 Weeks. Did It Harm The Baby?

I had laser hair removal done about five days before i found out i was pregnant, im 4 weeks, also used hydroquine & tretinoin for 1 day on the...

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I Got Burned by VPL Laser; How To Minimize Scarring and Discoloration? (photo)

I got burned by a VPL Laser hair removal system and I would like to know how to treat it to minimize the scarring and discoloration. Should I go see a...

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Is Polka Dots on Treated Area Normal for Laser Hair Removal? Will This Cause Permnate Scarring? What Went Wrong?

I have polka dots all over where I was treated for laser hair removal. As time goes on they are slightly raising, changing color (from red to dark...

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I Am Black I Have Burn Face from Lazer Hair Removal, Will It Heal?

On my face on my cheeks left right and chin neck neck has a dark mark

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Waxing or Plucking or (Epilators) After 2 Months of Laser Hair Removal?

Would waxing or removing the hair from the follicle prolong the laser hair treatment? Is it ok to use epilators on the laser treated area if the...

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Is Hyperhidrosis Caused by Laser Hair Removal Reversible?

I have developed severe axillary hyperhidrosis after laser hair removal. It seems to be irreversible, since I tried the laser 2 years ago. Do you know...

Will the Scars Go Away From Laser Hair Removal On My Lower Back? (photo)

I got laser hair removal treatment on my lower back on March 12th and my back is severely burned. I have attached pictures below. Will the scars be...

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I Had Laser Hair Removal in 1997. Are There Any Known Long Term Effects from Those Treatments?

Back in 1997 when I was 18, I was taken to a doctor in philadelphia for facial laser hair treatment. The first couple of treatments, used a laser that...

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What Caused my Red Itchy Bumps/rash on my Legs After my Second Laser Hair Removal Treatment?

I had my second lower leg laser hair removal treatment 3 days ago. The first treatment, no issues. This treatment, I woke up thr next morning with...

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Is There a Reason That my Daughter Cannot Take Ampicillin While Receiving Laser Hair Removal?

My daughter takes 500 mg ampicillin daily for acne.The laser hair removal spa where she has an appointment said that she had to stop the ampicillin...

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Should I Discontinue Treatment After Laser Hair Treatment Allergic Reaction?

I recently had a laser hair removal treatment to my bikini & inner thigh area. The first treatment was great. The second treatment though I...

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Can I Try Agian to Use Laser to Remove Hair, Even Though It's Failed In The Past?

I have fair skin and dark hiar .2 years ago I done 8 treatment to remove hiar in my face but It didnt work .Now I want to try to remove hiar.Can I try...

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How Should I Treat Burns After Laser Hair Removal? (photo)

I had a laser hair removal treatment done two days ago, and these burns have been there since. I'm really worried right now and I have no idea how...

If the Hairs Aren't Falling out on Their Own Does That Mean It Didn't Work?

I had one session under my arms with the LightSheer Duet. I had spray tanned the night before, not knowing that can affect it. The staff and doctor...

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No Hair Growth After First Laser Treatment. When Should I Go Back?

I had my first laser hair removal treatment on my legs and arm pits 10 weeks ago and the hair still has not grown back. When should I go back for my...

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How Can You Treat the Insane Itching While Healing from a Laser Burn?

A few days post-laser hair removal burn. The area that got burned that is now healing, will get insanely itchy at times, where it even woke me up! A...

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Can Microdermabrasion Prevent Ingrown Hairs From Manual Hair Removal?

I have my facial hair manually removed (waxing, threading, tweezing). However, I then have a lot if ingrown facial hair causing acne-like cysts that...

Is 12 J of Fluency Enough to Achieve Permanent Hair Reduction?

Hi I have received my last laser treatment with a new laser the lightsheer HS, the top fluence level go up to 12joules, and I was wondering if it was...

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Had a Hair Lazer Removal on my Face Last Year. I Got Burned on Both Sides of my Cheeks Now I Have Huge Dark Spots.what Do I Do?

I had a hair lazer removal on my face last year and i got burned on both sides of my cheeks and now i have dark spots. the doctor told me they would...

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What if You Are Unable to Do All 6 Laser Removal Treatments in a Row?

I can only do 3 months of laser hair removal before I will be traveling for 5 months. Will my laser hair removal results be compromised if split the 6...

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Laser Hair Removal Burn On My Face, What Can I Do To Prevent Scarring? (photo)

I had my second laser hair removal session on Thursday evening and am afraid something went terribly wrong. I have all these burn rings all over my...

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No Results With Laser Hair Removal, Can You Wax and Go Back to Laser Hair Removal?

Can you start where you left off if youve been using laser hair removal(its made hair somwhat finer) and you wanna wax then do laser hair removal...

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Laser Hair Removal Scars on African American From Yag Laser. What Are My Options? (photo)

Hi, I had laser hair removal about a month ago the women used a yag laser and this was the damage. I have several burns on my face. I want to know if...

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Will Laser Treatment Stop Me from Getting Pregnant?

I am trying for a baby at the moment and just wanted to know if having laser treatment on my bikini, legs, bottom and underarms will stop me from...

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Proper Laser Hair Removal Burn Treatment?

If you've been burned after a laser hair removal treatment, e.g. laser OD, is there a proper general burn treatment, particularly to maximize...

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Skin Darkening After Laser Hair Removal on Dark African American Skin. Is It Permanent?

I just had my first laser hair removal treatment today, I am a dark skinned Aftican American and was told my setting was 6. When it first started, it...

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Will a Reduced Temperature For The Laser Reduce The Effectiveness?

Will reduced temperature of the laser effect the improvement in hair growth negatively? The Doctor reduced the temperature this time saying that the...

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Discoloration and Burns in Previous Session, Should I Discontinue Treatment?

Hello Doctor, Presently I am undergoing laser hair removal treatment for my face. Upon completing my second session I got severe burns in my lower lip...

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Can Laser Hair Removal Cause Area to Get Darker and Sprout New Hair Growth?

I'm getting laser hair removal on my side burns & chin area. I've noticed my chin area has become darker than the rest of my skin and...

Laser Hair Removal Burn - Permanent? Treatment? (photo)

I had laser hair removal on the back of my neck yesterday. I've gotten it before at the same clinic and everything has been fine. My skin seemed a...

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I Have Burns from Laser Hair Removal, Will These Scar? (photo)

I had brazilian laser hair removal and I was badly burned. I made her stop because the treatment didnt feel right as it was happening and Ive had...

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8 Laser Hair Rem. Sessions Didnt Affect My Hair Growth. I'm an Asian (pakistani) with Quite a Fair Skin, Do I Have Other Options

I've had 8 laser sessions and still i have hair on my face like before. WHAT SHOULD I DO?! It looks pretty pathetic since i have fair skin and...

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