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I have dark underarms, what should I do? (photo)

desperategirl01Dec 30, 2013
it started i think when i was in grade 6 and now i'm a 3rd college. i have more ingrown hairs in my right underarm than in left. i also sweat a lot even with less activity. i plucked and seldom shave. I've tried many underarm whitening products but none of them works. i even consulted dermatologist but the product that they prescribed did not work also. i'am so desperate for years! what should i do?

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