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Is the V beam laser safe to use in Indian skin?

Zain21Jun 18, 2016
hi i have red erythma from acne which has lasted for a few years my questions is can the v beam be used on my skin type. I have been to about 10 different docters all them have told it cant be done and that if i do get done i will be left with hypogimentation. So please do help guide me as to whether it is safe and the necessaery steps i should take thanks.

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