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Can I do IPL after cool sculpting? Will it affect treatment results? (photo)

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3StepsAsianMar 22, 2014
I did cool sculpting for my upper arms a day ago. It's still sore today. I wonder if I can proceed with my IPL hair removal treatment for my arms in a month's time? :) Thanks!

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