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How Soon After a VI Peel Can I Shave my Beard Area?

mjordan33Feb 20, 2012
I am a 37 year old male with normal skin. I had a VI peel four days ago and I'm wondering when I can start shaving again. I'm in my second day of peeling.

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Dr. Sapna A. Patel, MD
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