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Will laser hair removal also lighten my freckles?

annam84Aug 23, 2018
I’v got pale skin, freckles and dark brown hair. I am starting laser hair removal on my legs and arms. I am getting six sessions for each area. They are using Cynosure Elite lasers, my question is will the laser also lighten the freckles on my arm?thank you in advance

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