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Is it possible to be too aggressive, or is it ok as long as i wait longer in between sessions?

fufuflavorDec 17, 2016
Is it possible to be too aggressive, or is it ok as long as i wait longer in between sessions? I use a 40 needle derma stamp and prick my face about 700 times just on the cheeks. Thanks

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