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Hypopigmentation after laser hair removal (Photo)

February 13, 2024
Asked By:cathyyx17 in Los Angeles, California

I had my third Alexandrite laser hair removal session, and three days after that, my legs look like this. I also had it done for my arms, and I can slightly see white spots there too. Are these permanent?

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