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What will happen if you pluck a remaining hair after it has been lasered? Will that void the treatment that was performed? (phot

crystaldianeMar 23, 2018
I have stubble from the course hairs on my chin. I had the area lasered but the stubble remains and is unsightly. What happens if I pluck it instead of waiting for it to hopefully fallout? I’m trying to avoid shaving my face. If I pluck at this point will it void the treatment? I was told not to pluck at all anymore but the stubble is rough and unsightly. If it is still growing after 10 days shouldn’t I pluck it instead of letting it become obvious on my face? Why can’t treatments be closer?

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