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I have a black keloid scar and some scarring caused by tweezing. (Photo)

Eddy93Dec 27, 2017
Pls I have a Black Keloid Scar and some scarring caused by tweezing on my neck. I have tried using carotone to lighten up the scars but its not working...

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