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When to stop shaving and exfoliating before laser hair removal session?

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How many days before my first laser hair removal session should I stop shaving (so they can see how thick my hair is)/using scrubs and gloves to exfoliate/using hydroquinone creams? And what day is it the best to shave before my later sessions? And when can I start using scrubs/hydroquinone afterwards? Also how many days should I use fucidine and what should I stay clear of using?

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