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Can I use Microdermabration over my legs with Varicose/spider veins ?

morevi66Feb 3, 2016
Cai I use Microdermabration over my legs with Varicose/spider veins ? I have done it almost all over my legs but i am not sure if i can do it over varicose veins safely. Thank you

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