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Is it safe to get laser hair removal on forehead below hairline?

char95Nov 10, 2015
Hi i am a 20 year old female and have an embarassing problem. I shaved my baby hairs a few years ago drunk and stupid and now a dark patch of stubble grows back, so i wanted to know if its safe to get laser hair removal on my forehead and how bad will it hurt also what are the risks. Thankyou for your time.

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Dr. Morris Westfried, MD
Dermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
Answered on Nov 12, 2015
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Dr. Mark A. Blair, MD
Dermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
Answered on Nov 11, 2015
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