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Threading caused tiny pimples all over my face. Any suggestions?

SatarupaNov 6, 2015
10 days back I did a full face threading and which I had this very tiny pimples that cannot be seen until u r really close but can be felt. Please help I never had pimples or any mark on my face not even during teenage. I want to regain my flawless skin.

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