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RF laser tripollar pose has left me with hyperpigmentation. What can I do?

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tashaj0407Dec 6, 2015
Hello I used the tripollar pose on my face about 3 times. When I now give myself a facial or use face bleach to lighten facial hair my face gets black patches. I guess this is the melanin arising? Please help how can I stop this from happening. I have Asian/Indian skin.

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