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Removing Scabs After IPL

9327anonAug 22, 2010
My face is still covered by very dark spots 2 days after IPL. I have a big presentation in 2 days. It is safe to remove half dried scab myself or scrub them ?

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Dr. Grant Stevens, MD
Dr. Grant Stevens, MD
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