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How Long Should I Stay out of the Sun After Laser Hair Removal?

Tori_B
Hello, I received my first laser hair removal treatment for my underarms using the Alexandrite Candela GentleLase laser. The doctor advised me to avoid sun and to use sun block. I plan on using t-shirts with longer sleeves to cover up, but since it is summer how long do you think one has to wait before it is considered "safe" to have sun exposure.

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Dr. Anil R. Shah, MD
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Dr. Gregory Turowski, MD, PhD, FACS
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