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Alexandrite or Diode Lazer for thin and fine hair on light skin? (photos)

April 12, 2019
Asked By:GET1234 in Georgia, GA

Generally I am blonde, on legs and bikini have thin and fine hair, but both blond and half darker( not very dark, but long ones), my skin is light color. I want to decide which one is better for this type of skin : Alexandrite Lazer ( Candella Gentlelase Pro-U or Polylase LP) or Diode ( Soprano Ice Platinum) .

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