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Is using Latisse for hypopigmentation permanent?

Cute349942May 5, 2024
I have some minor hypopigmentation and I have heard that Latisse+microneedling can be used to repigment. I'm looking into trying it but I'm intrigued to know if the results are permanent or is it something to do more continuously?

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